Best eco-friendly stays in India for the conscious traveller

We are not doing our planet Earth a favour by treating it right. Instead, we are doing ourselves a favour because preserving the planet is preserving our kind. The more we treat the ecosystem right by conserving energy and natural resources, the better it is for our survival. Fortunately, we see a definite rise in the number of travellers wanting to travel sustainably, making a conscious effort to leave as little carbon footprint behind as possible. And where there is travel, there is hospitality.

There are a good number of eco-friendly stays in India who don’t just support the sustainable way of living, but are also inspiring travellers to embrace the sustainable lifestyle by being an example themselves. Here are five best eco-friendly stays in India that are not only travellers’ favourite, but are also inspiring.

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Located on the bank of Ken River, Sarai at Toria is blending into nature that surrounds it. The open grassland, rammed earth mud cottages, occasional meeting with the forest denizens, indigenious flora, use of solar power for all the electricity needs, use of natural resources for pest control, zero plastic bottles, all these will allow you to get to know nature a little better.

Being sustainable is also being conscious about preserving traditional culture. And that’s exactly what Nimmu House is doing. Surrounded by fruit orchards and a beautiful view of Nimmu village, the property is big on using natural light during the daytime, thus saving a lot on power consumption. The use of solar panels, use of local methods and materials to build the property is all contributing to the preservation of local culture. Also gives visitors an authen local experience.

The resort is located in Palani Hills, surrounded by dense vegetation. The resort ground is a part of the elephant migration route, so a greater part of it is left untouched. Leaving nature as it is, is definitely a good decision because here at Elephant Valley, guests have the privilege to be in the company of the elephants and many species of birds. From organic farms and coffee plantations to villas all made out of reclaimed wood and solar panels, Elephant Valley is doing everything right by nature.

This wellness retreat is a big believer in preserving nature, and they do this by utilising more of nature. From going out in nature for meditation, yoga and long walks to utilising organic produce from the property, from rainwater harvesting to using natural products for construction, SwaSwara is serious about going the sustainable way. Though spread across a total of 26 acres, the property utilises only 11 acres, leaving the rest of the land undisturbed.

One of the finest hospitality providers in India, and the best in Corbett, Aahana the Corbett Wilderness helps its visitors to live a sustainable lifestyle by showing how to. The property’s award winning waste water management system, encouraging plantation in and around the property, utilising locally sourced produce and restricting the use of single-use plastic only as essentials (during Covid-19 pandemic) is indeed inspiring. Spread over a sprawling 13.5 acres, Aahana has an extensive green cover. This is done in order to support the local flora and fauna. Over 200 species of birds call Aahana home.