The Tamara Coorg is where the magic’s at. Wilderness, panache, hospitality… As unlikely a mix as it may sound, it all syncs at The Tamara Coorg.
A narrow winding road. Trees guarding the undulating landscape. The wind whistling across a dark forest land.
And then.
Lights shimmering.
Signages leading the way.
Smiling faces saying “Namaste” and leading you up to a platform where you (finally) sigh, look around, and sink into an indulgence that’s worth long flights and (at times nerve-wracking) drives.
Welcome to The Tamara Coorg.
Where sustainability and hospitality join hands.
Where guests’ satisfaction is a keyword.
Where a ‘a break from the routine’ really comes to life.
A room with a view at The Tamara Coorg
If solitude, silence, and selective company is your thing, then you are in the right place. Throw in a luxurious ambience and a thoughtful team, and you have the perfect mix. As a buggy (much like a golf cart) drives you to your room, crickets chirp along the way and the fragrance of wildflowers wafts across. The serenity makes you savour the moment, even though you want you take it all in.
You step into a haven. Of peace, tranquillity, and an old-world charm laced with modern amenities. Wooden beams underfoot and overhead, tempting couches, a welcoming bed, and a balcony with rattan furniture welcome you as your eyes rest upon treetops, shaded lanes, and little floral pockets. A cool breeze calms you as you gaze across the magnificence of nature and just inhale. And exhale all the worries you may have.
As you flip on the switches, in your head you are switching everything else off. You are transported to a world where nature and serenity is all that matters. You simply give in to that feeling… And soak in the moment as you savour the famous Coorg coffee and sense your feelings coming alive.
The Tamara Coorg Trails…
Alive is what you feel as you huff and puff your way through the trails —courtesy Mahesh — the next day. As you troop through winding paths banked by exotic plantation, you gain an insight into varieties of bananas, pepper, and other vegetation that make you pause, and marvel at the bounty of nature. As leaves whip across your face and branches make you bend, you learn about coffee beans and betel nuts (in the same breath) even as you take in the unfolding scenery.
Set high in the hills, the trails take you through coffee and cardamom plantations spread across 180 acres. With brand new friends — and newfound knowledge — the walk throughs in the heart of the hills is an experience that stays with you forever. From coffee beans and green peppers to varieties of flowers and leaves, the tactile knowledge literally finds its way in your pocket as you ferret away buds, seeds, and leaves to study later.
With the fear of leeches (on the cardamom trail) to the constant conundrum of which area to really focus on, the hikes at The Tamara Coorg are an adventure that tomes can be filled up with.
…The foodie trail at The Tamara Coorg
And being filled up is what’s on your mind as you wind down after an exhaustive trek. That’s when you appreciate the Kodava cuisine, which tempts you with staples including Pandi Curry, Paputtu, and Noolputtu, among others. This is when you hotfoot to The Deck, the restaurant where all your culinary needs are met, and then some.
From a Continental — and local — breakfast to regular meals, the chefs at The Tamara Coorg ensure that your tastebuds are tingling with happiness after every meal. The pork dishes, curry or dry, are exemplary. And the breakfast menu — from scrambled eggs to salads and cold cuts, with dosas, chutneys, and fresh fruits on the other end of the spectrum — is curated to prepare you for the day ahead.
For your sundowners, ensure that you befriend Somanna, who will concoct the best cocktails ever that’ll keep you benched at the bar for longer than the live band (on weekends) can keep up with. Though to be fair, the live band — with its mellifluous tunes — accompanied with spirited diners is a different side of The Tamara Coorg… One where nostalgia rules and retro music finds its groove.
Get in touch with yourself with The Tamara Coorg spa treatments
Whether it’s an oil massage or a Swedish massage with aromatic oils, a spa experience at The Tamara Coorg is one that really undoes your knots. Cocooned in a quiet space, with soft music and the gentle hands of a trained masseuse, a day spent at The Elevation Spa is a day spent well. The award-winning spa and spa treatments transport you to a space that reverberates with rejuvenation and relaxation. As the oil seeps into your skin, the worries skip out of your being…
Picture this: Birds chirping, leaves rustling, and water gurgling, as you lie supine while expert hands soothe away your tight shoulders and stiff nerves. That’s the entire experience at The Tamara Coorg. Welcome to rejuvenation amidst nature!
Overall rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐.5 (Max: 5 stars)
Address: The Tamara Coorg, Kabbinakad Estate, Yevakapadi, Napoklu, Madikeri, Karnataka 571212 | Rooms & Suites: 56 cottage-style villas | Tariff: INR21,000 onwards | Contact: 08071077700 | Website: thetamara.com | Food: 8/10 | Drinks: 8/10 | Service: 9/10 | Decor: 9/10 | Vibe: 9/10
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