Bento Corbett Woods Resort Dhela, Ramnagar

If a piece of heaven has to reside somewhere, it is here, in these very woods, in Jim Corbett. It’s like unlocking a door and stepping into pure wilderness. Time seems to have stopped still here as you find yourself soaking in the lap of nature. The breath-taking panoramic view of the forests, miles of varying shades of green stretching ahead, the sighting of exotic birds and animals, one can simply go on and on.

Here, nature has unfolded it’s magic and even the first rain showers, feels electric, like something you have never witnessed before. Within minutes, the landscape changes; the grey clouds hobble against one another, the birds waiting at tree tops call out to their mates and the trees dance to the rhythm of the wind. When the sky opens up, fat, torrential droplets of rain falls in a single sheet, filling up the rivers, soaking everything that comes in its way. But it’s a wonder and soon within minutes the sky has cleared and everything around looks so freshly bathed, ready to pose in all its finery.

Stay at this quaint, cozy little nest called Bento Corbett Woods had its own distinct allure. The resort has maintained its old, rustic charm, of classic elegance and polished beauty, which has withstood the test of time. Sharing its boundary with the national park which is a sanctuary to a multitude of wildlife species, there always lies a possibility of coming across some rare sightings. Here, it is not uncommon to spot a family of deer’s near the river bed or a majestic elephant taking a casual stroll peeping beyond the fence to watch at his onlookers. Late nights when the sky is lit up with an abundance of stars and you have only the forest sounds for company, there is every likelihood of hearing the famous Royal Bengal Tiger call. A white owl stands guard at the railing, swinging his head sideways, his honey golden eyes capturing every movement in the dark.

Early mornings, the melodious chirping of the birds, fills you up with a music so unadulterated and pure that it feels like a balm to your tired soul, erasing all the worries.

The best way to enjoy this place is to allow it to grow on to you. The key is to unravel, piece by piece of yourself and surrender to the mystic beauty of nature, which enthrals and captivates your senses in every possible way.

The magnificence of Bento Corbett Woods, is its understated beauty and serene surroundings which becomes a keepsake of a memory for a lifetime.

Although, You return to the city life, a piece of soul is still left behind in the woods. It summons you to come back soon. To unwind to rejuvenate and to become one with nature.