The Location – A Wild, Historical Haven in Gujarat

Situated near the quaint Abhapur village and a short drive away from Ahmedabad, Polo Forest is an ideal destination for a weekend escape, away from the stressful hubbub of the cities. Sprawling across 400 sq. km of lush landscape, the natural haven is home to dense deciduous forests, the pristine Harnav River, the majestic Harnav dam, diverse wildlife, and more. While its paradisiacal ambience provides a quintessential ambience to enjoy a picnic or camping, Polo Forest also takes you back in time through its various heritage attractions, including the 15th-century Sarneshwar Temple, the ancient Jain Temple, and more.

The Property – An Eco-Friendly Paradise in the Wild

Spread across 5 acres of verdant area, close to the immaculate Harnav River, The Fern Sattva Resort, Polo Forest indulges you in an unparalleled jungle staycation near Ahmedabad to help you rejuvenate your body, mind, and soul. As you experience pure bliss amidst the soothing burble of the river and euphonious birdsongs, the sumptuous forest resort keeps you close to the modern comforts by featuring opulent cottages, high-end facilities, a serene spa, elegant dining venues, and more.

Your Room – Traditional Cottage with Modern Luxe

WinterGreen Cottage - 37 sq.m

Thoughtfully designed with a natural theme and eco-sensitively constructed, the Winter Green Cottage perfectly blends in with the natural environs to keep you close to nature while pampering you with contemporary luxury. The spacious cottage keeps you comfy amidst its air-conditioned, classic ambience by featuring a cosy king bed or twin beds, an en-suite bathroom, a wide range of modern amenities, and a private balcony offering breathtaking vistas of the lush garden or mountains.

WinterGreen Premium Cottage - 37 sq.m

Set on the first floor with sustainable, classic-themed interiors, the Winter Green Premium Cottage enlivens your luxurious stay in Polo Forest by offering unrivalled views of the lofty mountains or the verdant garden. As you relish the spectacular natural vistas, the air-conditioned cottage immerses you in an impeccable sojourn by featuring a snug king bed or twin beds, a lavish bathroom, and a myriad of plush amenities.

Your safety is of utmost priority to us. Which is why we are bringing you certified getaways to make sure your stay is safe and worry-free. Properties that tick all the boxes of our 12-point safety checklist get the Safe Getaway stamp while the rest are self-certified and follow their own set of protective measures.

• Physical distancing of at least 6 feet to be followed as far as feasible.
• All guests and employees are required to wear face shields/masks.
• Every staff member and guest is required to follow proper hand hygiene such as frequent washing of hands and use of alcohol-based sanitizers. Both measures are facilitated by the hotel.
• There is sufficient provision of hand sanitizers in guest rooms and public areas.
• Guests are required to provide their travel history and medical records at the time of check-in and the same has to be looked into and maintained. ID and self-declaration form is provided by each guest at the reception.
• Luggage is disinfected before being sent to the room.
• Room service or takeaway is facilitated and encouraged.
• Regular and effective sanitation within the premises is maintained with particular focus on lavatories, drinking and handwashing stations/areas.
• Frequently touched surfaces such as doorknobs, elevator buttons, handrails, benches, washroom fixtures, etc. are cleaned and disinfected on a regular basis.
• Deep cleaning of all washrooms is ensured at regular intervals.
• Thermal screening of all guests and employees before they enter the property is compulsory.
• Regular staff training is initiated for maintaining social distancing norms, hand hygiene and respiratory etiquette.

Valid for travel from 13/07/2021 to 30/09/2021

Surcharge: No high-season surcharges apply for this deal so that you can enjoy the insider prices across the travel period!

FABcredits: FABcredits cannot be redeemed on this deal, as the prices already have the best discounts we could offer.

Blackout Dates: There will be dates on which this deal will be unavailable. Dates for these have been marked on the booking calendar under blackout dates.

Availability: To confirm your dates of stay at purchase, click on 'Book Now' and select your preferred package. Use the calendar to browse and select the available dates. Dates with a surcharge and blackout dates are identified.

Change of Date: 1 change in dates is permissible at no additional charge, provided that the change is made at least 30 days before the original arrival date and provided that the hotel has availability on the newly requested dates. The final decision regarding date changes is at the sole discretion of the Hotel and the Hotel reserves the right to decline a change in dates, should availability not exist on newly requested dates.

Partial pre-payment options are available for certain deals. For further information, please do not hesitate to contact our Travel Concierge team, by Email (travelconcierge@fabgetaways.com) or by phone (+919099061000).

Hotel Cancellation Policy: All cancellations will be completely free and qualify for a 100% refund, provided it is done at least 7 days prior to the check-in date. Past that, any cancellation, including a no-show on the day of arrival, will incur a full payment.

Each package is valid for two adults

Maximum Guest Capacity: The maximum room capacity is two adults and one child (aged below 12 years) or 3 adults.

Extra Guest Policy: Where applicable, an extra adult can stay at a surcharge of INR 1200 per night (basic package) and INR 1700 per night (VIP upgrade), with an extra bed and the inclusions available in the package, payable directly at the resort.

Child Policy: A child (aged between 0-6 years) may stay free of charge. Where applicable, a child aged between 7-12 years may stay at a surcharge of INR 1200 per night (basic package) and INR 1700 per night (VIP upgrade), with an extra bed and the inclusions available in the package, payable directly at the resort.

Check-in: 12:00 PM
Check-out: 11:00 AM

The package cannot be split.

No connecting rooms are available.

Offer only available for consecutive nightly stays.

Dining inclusions do not include beverages (unless otherwise stated).

Menus are subject to change without notice.

Please note that full terms and conditions apply - refer to https://www.fabgetaways.com/terms-and-conditions

Services

Cycle Tours: Pedal around the lush environs of the resort to explore the rustic and serene ambience of the Polo Forest on your own with enthralling cycle tours offered by the resort.

Temple Tours: Discover the fascinating heritage of the Polo Forest by visiting the various primordial temples hidden amidst its dense green cover with intriguing temple tours arranged by the resort.

Forest Tours: Explore the diverse flora and fauna of the Polo Forest that houses a variety of medicinal plants, leopards, sloth bears, and over 275 species of birds with a naturalist by setting out on a guided forests tour offered by the resort.

Free Wi-Fi: Stay in touch with your family, friends, and colleagues even during your secluded nature escape in the Polo Forest by accessing the high-speed internet connection available at the resort.

In-Room Dining: Savour your favourite delicacies amidst the cosy privacy of your cottage in the Polo Forest with the impeccable in-room dining services offered by the resort.

Outdoor Dining: Spend some intimate moments with your loved one while relishing your favourite culinary delights amidst the serene wilderness of the Polo Forest with a tantalising outdoor dining experience offered by the resort.

Facilities

Spa: Satiate your soul and senses amidst the nirvanic wilderness of the Polo Forest with a wide range of reinvigorating therapies and massages offered at the resort’s serene spa.

Swimming Pool: Immerse yourself in the blissful serenity of the Polo Forest to feel rejuvenated by taking a refreshing plunge in the azure waters of the outdoor pool at the resort.

Gymnasium: Resume your fitness regime even during your nature retreat in the Polo Forest by working out with state-of-the-art fitness equipment at the resort’s exquisite gymnasium.

Games Room: Indulge in some memorable indoor recreational moments during your nature stay by playing a wide range of games available at the resort’s well-equipped games room, including chess, carrom, table tennis, billiards, and more.

Yoga Deck: Stretch your sore muscles to relieve all your physical and mental stress amidst the tantalising wilderness of the Polo Forest by practising some relaxing Yoga poses at the resort’s spacious Yoga deck.

Library: Dive deep into the world of words during your nature escape by picking up your favourites from an extensive collection of intriguing books to read amid the blissful tranquillity of the Polo Forest at the resort’s exquisite library.

Souvenir Shop: Encapsulate the ecstatic memories of your nature staycation in the Polo Forest to take them home and cherish later by availing various magnificent products available at the resort’s splendid souvenir shop.

Dining: Embark on a fascinating culinary journey while staying amidst the serene ambience of the Polo Forest by savouring a wide range of oozing delicacies and beverages served at the resort's elegant dining outlets.

• Banyan Tree: Tickle your taste buds during your nature escape with a wide range of delectable Indian, Chinese, and Continental delicacies prepared using locally sourced ingredients at the resort’s signature restaurant, Banyan Tree.
• Riverview Grill: Savour the mouth-watering flavours of a wide range of barbeque delights while relishing the spectacular views of the lush mountains and the Harnav River at the resort’s exquisite restaurant, Riverview Grill.

By Air

Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport, located 141 km (approx. 3 hours) away in Ahmedabad, is the nearest airport to the resort. It has excellent flight connectivity with the availability of direct flights for Ahmedabad from major Indian cities, such as Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Hyderabad, Bengaluru, and Kolkata.

By Rail

Himmatnagar Railway Junction, located 64 km (approx. 1.5 hours) away, is the nearest railhead to the resort. The railway junction has decent rail connectivity with a regular influx of trains from various cities, including Ahmedabad and Udaipur.

By Road

State Transport and private buses regularly ply for Vijaynagar, located 21 km (approx. 30 minutes) away from the resort. From there, you can take a taxi to reach the resort in Polo Forest. You can also drive to the resort via a 3-hour (136 km) route from Udaipur, a 3-hour (150 km) route from Ahmedabad, a 5-hour (256 km) route from Vadodara, an 8-hour (418 km) route from Surat, a 10-hour (530 km) route from Jaipur or a 13-hour (682 km) route from Mumbai.

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