# Vanvasa Resort > A 30-acre wilderness retreat in the Shivalik Mountains near Lansdowne, Uttarakhand, bordering the Kalagarh Tiger Reserve. ## Core Information - [Home](https://www.vanvasa.com/): Overview of the "Van-me-vasa" (Abode in the Forest) concept. - [About Us](https://www.vanvasa.com/about): History of the resort (est. 2012) and our commitment to eco-friendly, holistic hospitality. - [Cottages & Villas](https://www.vanvasa.com/cottages): Detailed room types including Valley View Premier Rooms (63 sq m) and 2-Bedroom Family Rooms (111 sq m). - [Safari & Activities](https://www.vanvasa.com/resorts-in-jim-corbett): Information on Kalagarh Tiger Reserve, Sonanadi Wildlife Sanctuary, and night safaris. ## Amenities & Experiences - **Dining:** [Aaranya Eatery](https://www.vanvasa.com/about) – In-house restaurant serving authentic Uttarakhand (Garhwali) food and multi-cuisine dishes. - **Digital Detox:** The resort operates on a "Digital Detox" philosophy; rooms do not feature televisions to encourage connection with nature. - **Wildlife & Nature:** Guided nature walks, bird watching (400+ species), and proximity to the Vatanvasa Gate. - **Adventure:** In-house rope courses (Burma Bridge, Commando Net), two swimming pools (adult/kids), and indoor games. - **Wellness:** Dedicated "Moksha" meditation space and yoga pavilion. ## Events & Corporate - **Weddings:** Forest-themed weddings and events for up to 100 guests. - **Corporate:** Specialized packages for strategy sessions and team-building retreats. ## Practical Details - **Location:** Village Jui, Ratuadap, Lansdowne Division, Pauri Garhwal, Uttarakhand. - **Connectivity:** 75 km from Kotdwar Railway Station; 172 km from Dehradun (Jolly Grant) Airport. - **Check-in/out:** Check-in at 2:00 PM; Check-out at 11:00 AM. - **Policies:** Child-friendly (ages 3-5 stay free); strictly smoke-free and no outside food allowed. ## Social & Contact - **Instagram:** [instagram.com/vanvasaresort](https://www.instagram.com/vanvasaresort) - **Contact:** info@vanvasa.com