Aman-i-Khas Night One – Contributing Writer Jen Bianco

After our camel ride, we arrived on a hilltop where Bijay had a small picnic table set up. We enjoyed a traditional sundowner (safari’s version of happy hour, usually in a picturesque setting) and took in the view of the pink hued valley below. It was a lovely spot to have a Kingfisher beer and snack on some bite-sized fried chicken.

We returned to the Aman-I-Khas by jeep, and the resort was glowing with lanterns and the firepit was ablaze. It’s such a beautiful place– the ambience is exotic, chic, and intimate.

When we got to our tent we found a hot bath already drawn. I must say that the word  “tent” does not do the accommodations at Aman-I-Khas justice. The suites are more like canvas pavilions, with high vaulted ceilings and distinct areas for lounging about, a sitting area, bathroom and bedroom. The bells and whistles are all there too– strong wifi, plenty of hot water, ample electrical outlets, heated floors and a king side bed complete with heated blankets.

Posh as it is, there is something special about sleeping under canvas. The sounds of nature here are different and intriguing, and you feel so close to them tucked away in your tented palace. We weren’t all that hungry and it was so comfortable we contemplating calling it a night, but when I heard some music in the distance, I decided to check it out.

Three local musicians were playing live on the lawn between the restaurant and the guest library. They added to the already special atmosphere here.

We made our way to the dining pavilion to have a bite. One course each was enough for dinner, with both the lentil soup and chicken korma were delicious.

After dinner we were ready for a good night’s sleep. What an incredible first day.

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