Aman-i-Khas
Ranthambore

Aman-i-Khás is one of Ampersand's Top 10 Hotels in Rajasthan and Top 10 Safari Lodges in Asia.

Aman-i-Khás is an exclusive wilderness retreat on the edge of Ranthambore National Park, surrounded by the starkly beautiful Aravalli Hills. Intimate and exquisitely understated, it is the smallest of the Aman properties and among the most atmospheric; a place where Mughal grandeur meets the wild heart of Rajasthan.

The camp comprises just ten luxurious sleeping tents, inspired by the elegant travelling tents of the Mughal era. Each spans a generous 108 square metres, its soaring six-metre canopy draped in fine cotton and divided into three areas for sleeping, dressing and bathing. The interiors are refined and tranquil, a king-size bed flanked by twin writing desks, an airy dressing area with twin vanities and ample storage and a bathroom with a deep soaking tub, separate shower and loo. Outside, a private deck provides an ideal spot to sit and absorb the rhythm of the surrounding wilderness. All tents are air-conditioned and can be heated during the cooler months.

In addition to the guest tents, the camp includes a dining tent, lounge tent and spa tent. The dining tent serves refined Indian cuisine alongside a selection of Western dishes, made with fresh vegetables and herbs from the camp’s own organic kitchen garden. Free-range eggs come from the resident hens, and a small animal area with rabbits offers delight for younger guests. The lounge tent houses an excellent collection of books covering everything from Indian wildlife and birdlife to the region’s rich history and culture. The spa tent offers two treatment areas with twin massage tables and there is also an outdoor barber for a traditional shave and facial massage. A stepwell-inspired swimming pool completes the picture, a peaceful spot to cool off between safaris.

At the centre of the camp is its heart, the open-air firepit, where guests gather each evening under the stars to share stories of tiger sightings and the day’s adventures. Aman-i-Khás offers a rare kind of luxury, not flashy or excessive, but thoughtful, deeply immersive and restorative. The camp intentionally forgoes modern distractions like televisions and telephones in favour of a more natural rhythm, encouraging connection with the land, the wildlife and fellow travellers.

Please note that Aman-i-Khás is closed annually from 1st June to 30th September during the monsoon season.

To my mind, the greatest reward and luxury of travel is to be able to experience everyday things as if for the first time, to be in a position in which almost nothing is so familiar it is taken for granted.
Bill Bryson