Your Stay in Nature’s Quiet Heart

A Quiet Stay in the Forest

Rest, Simplicity, and Mindful Living

Gorukana Eco Wellness Centre offers a quiet forest stay in the BRT Tiger Reserve (BR Hills), where life follows a gentler pace and the days unfold in a calm, unhurried way. Surrounded by greenery, open spaces, and coffee and pepper plantations, the setting encourages simple living, quiet reflection, and a closer connection with the natural environment.

Spread across eight acres, the campus rests among silver oaks entwined with pepper vines and stretches of coffee that shape the hills of this region. Built with natural materials and simple eco-friendly design, the cottages and treehouse blend gently into the land, offering a quiet place to stay, slow down, and experience a more mindful way of living.

Whether walking quiet trails, sitting by the lake, or simply doing nothing at all — time at Gorukana moves at its own unhurried pace, where rest and a deeper connection with nature come naturally.

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Cottages: Cozy Wilderness Living

Balcony with view

The cottages at Gorukana are built in harmony with the surrounding landscape, featuring thatched roofs, stone-clad exteriors, and rustic wooden interiors that reflect a simple, eco-friendly style. Each cottage is named after local wildlife, inspired by the biodiversity of the BRT region..

Designed for Families and Small Groups: A queen-sized bed with an upper wooden loft that accommodates additional beds, making the space comfortable for families or small groups sharing a quiet stay in natural setting.
Private Balcony with Scenic Views: The balcony opens out to views of plantations, hills, and greenery across the campus, offering a quiet place to sit, unwind, and take in the surroundings.
Airy Design with Natural Light and Ventilation: High sloping roofs, tall glass windows, and natural ventilation keep the cottages comfortable in the hill climate, in keeping with the eco-friendly design of the campus. Skylit ensuite bathrooms bring in natural light, while clean, simple fittings provide everyday comfort.

High sloping roofs, tall glass windows, and balcony sit-outs open the cottages to light and greenery, creating airy spaces that feel calm and unhurried.

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Tree House: Elevated Tranquility

Wide openings and the raised sit-out keep the space airy and open, with the sounds of birds, wind, and leaves becoming part of the stay. Located at the far edge of the campus, the Treehouse offers a stay raised above the ground, and surrounded by trees with open views of the hills greenery, and the lake below. Set apart from the cottages, it offers a sense of seclusion and a natural stillness within the BRT landscape.

Elevated Among the Trees: The space includes a queen-sized bed with an attached outdoor-style bathroom and toilet, designed to keep the stay close to nature while maintaining basic comfort. Wide openings and the raised sit-out keep the space airy and open, with views of the lake and the sounds of birds, wind, and leaves becoming part of the stay.

With its elevated design and open surroundings, the Treehouse remains bright, airy, and closely connected to the trees and water below, creating a calm and unhurried space for those who value quiet, privacy, and time close to nature.

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Balcony with lake view

Life at Gorukana

Mindful. Simple. Natural.

A stay at Gorukana is a simple way of living, close to nature — in harmony with the natural surroundings of the BRT Tiger Reserve. The campus is quiet and eco-friendly by design, encouraging rest, reflection, and a slower rhythm of life.

Natural Surroundings: The campus is set among plantations, trees, and open land, and insects, frogs, or small reptiles may occasionally be seen in and around the rooms. This is part of the natural environment we live in and care for.
Simple Living & Natural Comfort: The cottages are naturally ventilated and do not have air conditioning. Built to stay in balance with the climate of the hills, the spaces remain airy and comfortable without excessive use of energy.
Simple Meals, Fresh Ingredients: Meals are prepared using fresh, local ingredients and served in a simple, home-style manner, reflecting the centre’s focus on wellbeing, balance, and sustainable living.
Low-Distraction Stay: There are no televisions in the cottages, and mobile network connectivity is limited, creating a quiet, low-distraction environment that encourages time away from screens and closer connection with nature.
Quiet & Smoke-Free Campus: To maintain a peaceful atmosphere, the campus is smoke-free and alcohol is not permitted.
The stay is best suited for those who are comfortable with a simple, nature-based setting rather than a luxury resort experience.