Lakes & Leopards Hideaway

Arrive at Udaipur Airport and meet your private chauffeur waiting with a luxury SUV. A short drive leads you to your lakeside palace hotel, where you are welcomed with rose petals, garlands, and chilled champagne. After check-in, relax in your lake-view suite. In the evening, embark on a sunset boat cruise on Lake Pichola, gliding past the Lake Palace and Jag Mandir as the water reflects hues of gold and crimson. End the day with a fine dining experience on a rooftop terrace, the lake shimmering below and live classical music enhancing the evening.

Wake up to a leisurely breakfast overlooking the lake. Begin your private guided tour of City Palace, a sprawling royal residence with ornate courtyards and museums. Visit Jagdish Temple and the gardens of Saheliyon Ki Bari, where fountains and marble pavilions recall royal leisure. Lunch is arranged at a boutique heritage café. In the afternoon, explore Udaipur’s bustling bazaars, accompanied by a personal shopper to curate textiles, jewelry, and miniature art. Evening at leisure — perhaps a private spa session or cocktails by the lake before dinner at the palace restaurant.

After breakfast, depart for Jawai — a scenic 3-hour drive through Aravalli hills and rural Rajasthan landscapes. On arrival, check into your luxury wildlife camp, where ensuite tents and villas combine wilderness with elegance. After a light lunch, relax at the camp pool or lounge with panoramic views of rocky hills. In the evening, set out on your first leopard safari, guided by an expert naturalist who takes you into the granite hills where leopards roam free. As the sun sets, enjoy sundowner cocktails served amidst the wilderness. Return to camp for a gourmet outdoor dinner under lantern-lit skies.

Rise early for another exclusive safari drive, maximizing your chances of spotting leopards, wolves, hyenas, and migratory birds. Your guide shares insights into the harmonious coexistence of wildlife with the local Rabari herdsmen. Return for a champagne breakfast at the camp. Later, embark on a cultural walk to nearby villages, meeting Rabari families and learning about their pastoral lifestyle. Afternoon at leisure — enjoy yoga with a view, a spa treatment, or simply relax by the pool. As evening falls, head to a dramatic granite hilltop for sunset cocktails, followed by a farewell wilderness dinner with fire torches and folk music.

After a leisurely breakfast, your chauffeur drives you back to Udaipur Airport for your onward journey. VIP assistance ensures a smooth departure. Carry with you memories of lakeside romance and thrilling encounters with Rajasthan’s wild leopards.