Play equipment on the open lawn at Aranyasun in Masinagudi

Experience

Family Experiences

Enough to keep children happily occupied, and enough space to let them be gloriously bored.

Masinagudi is a joy with children, largely because it asks so little organisation of you. The best parts are the unscheduled ones — a garden to run around, a campfire at dusk, animals spotted from a jeep, and a river valley to drive out to when the afternoon cools.

For Younger Children

Garden and lawn space at Aranyasun, a play area at both properties, and short drives rather than long safari days. A two-hour safari is about the limit before the novelty runs out.

For Older Children

Give them the binoculars and a bird list. Theppakadu, the Moyar valley and the drive up toward Ooty all hold attention.

A Few Practical Things

Pack insect repellent, warm layers for the evenings and a torch each — children love having their own. We do ask that little ones stay with an adult outdoors after dark: the boundary between our garden and the forest is drawn on a map rather than on the ground.

Meals

Both kitchens are small and cook to order, which is good news if you are travelling with a picky eater. Tell us in advance about allergies, favourites and timings and we will look after everyone properly.

Kept Current Timings, distances and access in this landscape shift with the season and with forest department decisions. We keep this page current, and we are always happy to confirm the latest position for you before you travel.

Where to stay