Hampi Heritage & Wilderness Resort
Road, Kamalapura, Hospet Taluk,
Bellary - 583276 Karnataka, India
Phone : 94492-44567
Summary
Situated on the river Tungabhadra, Hampi embodies the historic might and glory of the Vijayanagar Empire. The centuries old ruins and temples at this site silently speak of the exquisite prowess that the Vijayanagar kingdom had reached in terms of science, culture and art. The numerous temple complexes adorning this medieval township, of which the Virupaksha and Vittala temples are the most fascinating with their elaborate stone chariots and musical pillars, are simply one aspect of its wonder.
At a short distance of 15 km from Hampi, there is the Daroji Sloth Bear Wildlife Sanctuary which is home to a sizeable population of the Indian sloth bear. The uneven landscape provides the best environment for the sloth bears as they often take shelter in the caves here and venture out to feed on ants, termites, fruits and honey.
The Sloth Bear Resort adjacent to the Daroji Sanctuary is nestled in this ragged terrain. Between the medieval ruins of Hampi and the natural wonder of Daroji, one can experience an exhilarating mix of awe and adventure at the resort.
Historic Spots
Our resort is the perfect base camp to explore the nearby regions of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Hampi. On the whole, the heritage site is classified into our areas: the Sacred Center, the Royal Center, the Urban Core, and finally, the Suburban Sires. Moreover, the UNESCO heritage site at Pattadakal, Aihole and Badami are also within a day’s tour from the resort.
The legendary Kishkinda of the Ramayana is identified with the village of Anegundi, right across the Tungabhadra near Hampi. This village survived the ravages of time and is replete with archaic houses, canal networks for paddy irrigation, and a host population that is well-known for its hospitality, warmth and local folktales.
Board And Lodge
The 33-acre spread of the resort offers twenty cottages with twin-beds and a host of modern amenities. Besides the air-conditioning and the spacious royal baths, each cottage has a sit-out area that offers a breathtaking panorama of the rocky hillsides at sunset.
These thatched roofed cottages cool down the rooms inside and blend in with the surroundings effortlessly. The resort also shares a border with the Daroji Sanctuary next to it. The proprietors constantly strive to preserve the natural growth of scrubs and small plants in the campus along with the grasslands that draw in a variety of birds to the area.
Services Offered
The resort has several experienced local guides that offer tours to Hampi for our guests. For those who prefer to go out on their own, the front desk provides maps, bicycles and guidebooks on request. The cycling/jogging track that runs along the border of the property is also accessible by all guests at all times.
The in-house restaurant offers a choice of the best continental, Chinese and Indian dishes a’ la carte. The restaurant, along with its bar, is open for all.
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Price
| Price in ₹ ( INR ) | ||||
| Accomodation | Weekday | Weekend | ||
| Standard Cottage | 3720.00 | 4370.00 | ||
| Executive Cottage | 5270.00 | 6195.00 | ||
| CP Plan [Only Room - with Complementary Breakfast] | 1860.00 | NA | ||
| Package Includes: Stay, Buffet Lunch Dinner & Breakfast with Jeep Safari to Daroji Wildlife Sanctuary, Hampi sightseeing (Holy Enclosure), Forest Entry Fees & Campfire. | ||||
Weekend Tariffs applicable for following period :
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| Day Visit | 2420.00 | 2420.00 | ||
| Package Includes: Welcome Drink, Visit to Zoo, Buffet Lunch, Daroji Bear Safari, Evening Tea / Coffee . | ||||
Itinerary For Standard Packages
| DAY - 1 | |
|---|---|
 01.00 PM |
Check in with welcome drinks |
| 01.30 PM |
Lunch |
| 03.30 PM |
Jeep safari to Daroji Bear Sanctuary |
| 06:30 PM |
Tea/ coffee/ snacks |
| 07.30 PM |
Wild life movie/ campfire |
| 08.30 PM |
Dinner. |
| 09.30 PM |
Return to room for rest |
| DAY - 2 | |
|---|---|
| 6:30 AM |
Wake up call |
| 8:00 AM |
Breakfast |
| 8:30 AM |
Hampi sightseeing (Holy Enclosure) |
| 01:30 PM |
Lunch |
| 03.30 PM |
Hampi sightseeing (Royal Enclosure) . |
| 06.30 PM |
Tea/ coffee/ snacks |
| 07.30 PM |
Wild life movie/ campfire |
| 08.30 PM |
Dinner |
| 09.30 PM |
Return to room for rest |
| DAY - 3 | |
|---|---|
| 6:30 AM |
Wake up call |
| 8:00 AM |
Breakfast |
| 8:30 AM |
Anjanadhri hill- birth place of Lord Hanuman (Trekking with naturalist optional) |
| 01:30 PM |
Lunch |
| 03.30 PM |
Tunga-Bhadra dam visit |
| 06.30 PM |
Tea/ coffee/ snacks |
| 08.30 PM |
Dinner |
| 09.30 PM |
Return to room for rest |
| DAY - 4 | |
|---|---|
| 06:30 AM |
Tea/ coffee |
| 08:00 AM |
Breakfast |
| 09:00 AM |
Nature walk/ trekking |
| 10:30 AM |
Check out |
Note
- For interested guests, an outdoor camp on Tungabhadra riverbank can be set up for an extra amount, accompanied with folk music and dance performances.
- Breakfasts and lunches can be served at special outdoor places in the campus for guests who have a group of more than ten people. A request must be made for this at the time of accommodation.
- Multilingual guides who are fluent in French, English and Hindi, and who are well-informed of the architectural history of the region, can be arranged for at an extra price.
Getting There
The Sloth Bear Heritage Resort is located in Kamalapur at a distance of 365 Km from Bangalore and Goa (Madgaon) and 415 Km from Hyderabad.
By Road: From Bangalore you can reach Kamalapur via Nelamangala, Tumkur, Chitradurga and Hospet. Take NH4 from Bangalore to Chitradurga (199 Km) and NH13 from Chitradurga to Hospet (135 Km). 12 Km from Hospet is Kalamapur. Once at Kamalapur, turn right at Ambedkar Circle towards Kannada University Road leading to P.K. Halli.
By Rail: Hospet and Munirabad are the nearest railheads. Pickup and drop facilities are available at an extra cost.
Note
- Tariffs are per person per night on twin-sharing basis.
- Transfers to & from our resorts are not included in the tariff.
- Single occupancy charge at 30% of the tariff per night.
- Tariff for Children (accompanying parents) between 5 and 12 years is 50%.
- Tariff May be changed without prior notice.
Things To Do
- The original capital of Vijayanagara Kingdom, Anegundi, is about 40 kilometers away and has several historical sites too.
- At about 2 and a half hours from Hampi are several historical sites, one of which is Pattadakal.
- About 2 hours from Hampi is Aihole, the first capital of the Chalukyas, with several historical temples and other structures.
- You will reach Gajendragad under two hours from Hampi. Kalakaleshwara Temple and the historic fort are its prime attractions.
- About two and a half hours from Hampi is Badami, which stands ode to the Chalukya architecture and is perhaps most famous for its cave temples.
- If you are willing to travel the distance, it will take you 3 hours to reach Bijapur which is home to some of the most beautiful Mughal architectural structures, like the Gol Gumbaz.
- If you are not in the mood to travel a lot, visit Hospet which is just about 12 kilometers from Hampi. It is home to some ancient temples like Sri Jambunatha Temple that take you back to the mythological era of Ramayana.
- Just over half an hour from Hampi is Tungabhadra Dam. Enjoy the spectacular view of never-ending expanse of water here.
How To Reach
The Sloth Bear Heritage Resort is located in Kamalapur at a distance of 365 Km from Bangalore and Goa (Madgaon) and 415 Km from Hyderabad.
By Road: From Bangalore you can reach Kamalapur via Nelamangala, Tumkur, Chitradurga and Hospet. Take NH4 from Bangalore to Chitradurga (199 Km) and NH13 from Chitradurga to Hospet (135 Km). 12 Km from Hospet is Kalamapur. Once at Kamalapur, turn right at Ambedkar Circle towards Kannada University Road leading to P.K. Halli.
By Rail: Hospet and Munirabad are the nearest railheads. Pickup and drop facilities are available at an extra cost.
Reviews
Average Ratings
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4.5
from Mumbai, India
Recommended
for Everyone
Posted Sept 10, 2014
We enjoyed very much our stay at Dandeli. The location and surroundings are perfect. We were also impressed with the way Govt. of Karnataka is taking measures to retain and maintain the forests of Dandeli.The food was good too. The activities were also timed well and the staff is also well trained. We also thought the karwar location is perfect and the activities there were fun too..!! Also the food was good.
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5.0
from Bangalore, India
Recommended
for Everyone
Posted Sept 10, 2014
Location, Ambience, Reception and Food are all pretty good. The greenery, weather & maintenance are all good. The Tribal Dance program was different and amazing. A pleasant stay for unwinding self.
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