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On the banks of the River Tungabhadra is Hampi, an erstwhile seat of power and capital of the once mighty Vijayanagar Empire. Ruins of a lost empire and monuments that are still standing are a mute testimony of an era bygone. Musical pillars and the stone chariot at the Vittala Temple Complex and the renowned Virupaksha Temple that dominates the sky scape are some highlights of this rock-faced site where even stones spawn stories.
Just 15 Km from Hampi is the Daroji Sloth Bear Sanctuary that boasts of a healthy population of sloth bears. The rugged terrain is ideal for these animals that feed off wild fruits, termites and honey and take refuge in caves and crevices. The Sloth Bear Heritage Resort set in rustic natural environs adjoining the sanctuary strikes a chord with nature. At Hampi, one can taste a heady concoction of adventure and awe inspiring creations garnished with heritage trails and nature walks.
20 comfortable twin-bed cottages equipped with modern amenities are spread across the 33-acre property dotted with shrubs and rocky outcrops. Apart from an air-conditioned bedroom and a spacious attached bath, each cottage has porch that offers spectacular vistas of the undulating landscape.
The cottages have donned the colors of the earth and blend seamlessly with the pristine natural setting. Their thatched roofs help in keeping the interiors cool. The resort shares a fence with the adjoining Daroji Sloth Bear Sanctuary. Special efforts have been taken to preserve the natural scrub vegetation and grasslands that attract birds.
There are various number of activities in Sloth bear resort
1 Night and 2 Days
Day 1
12 noon Check-in, welcome drink
01.30 pm Lunch
03.00 pm Tea/coffee/juice
03.30 pm Jeep Safari to Daroji Wildlife Sanctuary
05.30 pm Visit to the Vittala Temple complex
07.30 pm Screening of a documentary film
08.30 pm Campfire followed by dinner.
Day 2
06.00 am Wake up call, tea/coffee
06.45 am Early breakfast
07.30 am Leave for Hampi
08.00 am Visit Hampi including the Virupaksha Temple, Hemakuta Hill, Monolithic Lakhsmi Narasimha, Krishna Temple, Badavilinga and Hampi Bazaar
10.30 am Return to resort
11.00 am Check-out
2 Nights and 3 Days
Day 2
06.00 am Wake up call, tea/coffee
06.45 am Early breakfast
07.30 am Leave for Hampi
08.00 am Visit Hampi including the Virupaksha Temple, Hemakuta Hill, Monolithic Lakhsmi Narasimha, Krishna Temple, Badavilinga and Hampi Bazaar
09.30 am Visit to the Zanana Enclosure and Hazara Rama Temple
01.30 am Lunch
3.00 pm Tea/coffee/juice
3.30 pm Jeep Safari to Daroji Wildlife Sanctuary/ Visit to the Royal Enclosure and Malyavanta Hill for sunset
Day 3
06.00 am Wake up call, tea/coffee
06.30 am Nature walk/guided trekking
08.30 am Breakfast
09.30 am Visit to the ASI museum in Kamalapura
11.00 am Check-out
Note:
1. Outdoor camping on the banks of the Tungabhadra, folk music and dance performances can be arranged on request at an extra cost.
2. Breakfast and lunch can be arranged at exclusive outdoor locations in the vicinity of Hampi on for groups of 10 or more guests on request at the time of reservation.
3. Guides who are well versed in the architecture and can converse in English, Hindi and French can be engaged at an extra cost.
