The Kurumba Village Resort is a rare aromatic arena; far from spicing with mere words, they have established fifteen self-sufficing cottages amidst a spice haven where nutmeg, cloves and pepper abound. These spice trees were originally introduced to the Nilgiris by the English. They have consciously enriched the "spice sanctuary" with other enchanting trees such as Jacaranda and Spathodia. They also have Jackfruit and Rosewood trees.
The name of the Resort simply reflects their desire to retain whatever is available of their ancient heritage. Of the five ancient tribes of the Nilgiris (Todas, Kothas, Kurumbas, Irulas and Badagas), the Kurumbas were (and are) closest to being in tune with the beauty of nature. The invigoratingly clean air of the Kurumba Village Resort is to be breathed to be believed!
In keeping with the life style of the ancient Kurumba folk, the accommodation is provided well equipped cottages and suites.
Cottage
The Cottages are airy and exotic with their Kurumba-tribal-styled thatched cottages, which are pyramid shaped, have bright interiors with pristine color and thatch-work roofs. Every room has its exclusive balcony with ornamental railings made of areca-nut wood. There are king size beds surrounded by intriguing Kurumba artifacts and painting, on the arches and walls.
Suite
The suites are large in area approximately 1000 square feet . The
bedrooms are with king size beds and have large french windows with
simply fantastic views. Earthy colours are predominant.
Jacuzzi Suite
The jacuzzi suites are above 1000 square feet with a large living room
having your personal dining table.The bedroom has a king-size 4 poster
bed with large french windows leading to a spacious balcony. The
bathrooms have their own private jacuzzi.
DiningIn a large Restaurant with 30-feet-tall thatched roof and enticing ceiling, they serve a multi-cuisine spread. There are expert chefs to cater to your culinary tastes.
Conferences
The Kurumba Village Resort is synonymous for providing the right blend of service, luxury and quiet efficiency.
Indoor activities
- Board games
- Carom Board
- Pool table
- Table Tennis
- Badminton
- Library
Outdoor activities
- Golf
- Swimming pool
- Trekking
- Water Park
- Tea Estate tour
- Visit to Ooty
- Visit to Coonoor
- Boating
Apart from these, you can also go for an educative and aromatic Spice Plantation Tour held at the resort. It starts with a trip to the forest that lets you admire the
flora and fauna. On your return to the resort that is amidst a serene
spice plantation, you?re guided on a spice trek where the focus is on
the growing, harvesting and maintaining of spices likes nutmegs, cloves
and pepper creepers that grow in abundance in and around this valley. (Timings: 8:00 - 9:30 AM or 4:00 - 5:30 PM)
The dreamland is situated adjacent to the ghat road between Ooty and Mettuppalayam in the area known as Upper Burliar. The resort could also be reached by one of the most romantic of vehicles: The Nilgiri Mountain Train except that you reach Coonoor and travel by road for 12 kms.
Getting to the Kurumba Village by road
- Coonoor: 14 kms
- Ooty: 34 kms
- Coimbatore: 56 kms
- Salem: 221 kms
- Kochi: 249 kms
- Mysore: 257 kms
- Bangalore: 335 kms
- Chennai: 547 kms
- Hyderabad: 958 kms
- Mumbai: 1321 kms
The travel time between Coimbatore and the resort is 80 minutes by road.