The Kikar Lodge. Nestled in the Shivalik foothills at the northern periphery of the State of Punjab, The Kikar Lodge is India's First Private Forest Reserve spread over 1800 acres of forest, a secluded haven of luscious green splendour.Named after the Kikar tree resting on top of a nearby hill, The Kikar Lodge is a perfect place for those who want their Holiday or Corporate events to be that of tranquil luxury combined with the thrill of adventure and excitement. Just two hours from Chandigarh, The Kikar Lodge offers a rare opportunity to discover wildlife in their natural habitat. Set your adrenaline levels spewing high, walk through nature trails, lounge near the pools, de-stress with a healing massage or enjoy a quiet evening around the amphitheatre or shack.

By Road:

The Kikar Lodge is located 320 Kms from Delhi via Panipat, Ambala, Chandigarh.
From Chandigarh it is 70 Kms via Mohali and Ropar. On arrival at Ropar (do not take the right turn to Manali), cross the Satluj Barrage, at the end of the barrage, turn right and continue for 27 Kms to Nurpur Bedi. The Kikar Lodge is about 3 Kms from Nurpur Bedi (follow signages)

By Rail:
The nearest Station is Anandpur Sahib (about 14 kms or 20 min drive). The Kikar Lodge is about 70 Kms from the Chandigarh Station (1hr 30 min drive).

By Air:
The nearest well connected Airport is Chandigarh which is well connected from all metros.

Deluxe Cottage
Designed with teak wood floors and warm clay tile this spacious cottage is designed with a private sit out area Partially carpeted the tastefully decorated air conditioned room has rich decor comprising a king size bed a wardrobe and an arm chair to rest on A mini bar is also provided in this room

Deluxe Cottage (Single Occupany)
Designed with teak wood floors and warm clay tile this spacious cottage is designed with a private sit out area Partially carpeted the tastefully decorated air conditioned room has rich decor comprising a king size bed a wardrobe and an arm chair to rest on A mini bar is also provided in this room

Forest View Cottage
Overlooking the forest area this spacious cottage is designed with teak wood floors and a private sit out area Partially carpeted the tastefully decorated air conditioned cottage has rich decor comprising a king size bed a wardrobe and an arm chair t o rest on

Lake View Room
This room offers the breathtaking view of the lake and is designed with teak wood floors and a private sit out area Partially carpeted the tastefully decorated air conditioned room has rich decor comprising a king size bed a wardrobe and an arm chair to rest on

Luxury Tent (Double Occupancy)
The tastefully decorated air conditioned tents are laid out in a discreet cluster and reflect the serenity of the surroundings Complete with all the modern amenities the rooms are a redefinition of comfort

Luxury Tent (Single Occupancy)
The tastefully decorated air conditioned tents are laid out in a discreet cluster and reflect the serenity of the surroundings Complete with all the modern amenities the rooms are a redefinition of comfort

Pool Side Cottage

Offering the view of the pool this spacious cottage is designed with teak wood floors and a private sit out area Partially carpeted the tastefully decorated air conditioned room has rich decor comprising a king size bed a wardrobe and an arm chair to rest on A mini bar is also provided in this room

Family Suite
This double occupancy accommodation is designed with an en suite bathroom and a verandah that leads to a private garden area The decor includes a queen size bed an arm chair and a sofa set

Suite (Single Occupancy)
This single occupancy accommodation is designed with an en suite bathroom and a verandah that leads to a private garden area The decor includes a queen size bed an arm chair and a sofa set

Anandpur Sahib :

Anandpur Sahib is a city in Rupnagar district in the state of Punjab,India. Known as “the holy City of Bliss,” it is a holy city of the Sikhs and is one of their most important sacred places, closely linked with their religious traditions and history. It is located on the lower spurs of the Himalayas surrounded by picturesque natural scenery, with the river Sudej forming a shimmering and shiny blue border on the south west barely four miles away.Anandpur Sahib was founded in the year 1665 by the ninth Sikh. Guru, Guru Tegh Bahadur, near the ruins of an ancient place, a. Makhowal. On May 13, 1665, Guru Tegh Bahadur went to Bilaspur to attend the mourning for Raja Dip Chand of Bilaspur State. The Dowager Rani Champa of Bilaspur offered to give the Guru a piece of land in her state. The land consisted of the villages of Lodhipur, Mianpur and Sahota. Here on the mound of Makhowal, Guru Tegh Bahadur raised a new habiiation. The ground was broken on 19 June 1665, by Baba Gurditta Jj. The new village was named Chakk Nanak after the Guru’s mother, Nanaki. The place later came to be known as AnandpurSahib.

Hola Mahalla :

is a Sikh Olympics event which begins on the first day of the lunarmonth of Chet inthe Nanakshahi calendar. It most often falls in March and sometimes coincides with the Sikh New Year.
The event lasts for a week, and consists of camping out and enjoying various displays of fighting prowess and bravery, followedby kirtan, music, and poetry.The event concludes with a long, military-style procession near Takht Sri Keshgarh Sahib, one of the five seats of temporal authority of the Sikhs.

Khalsa Heritage Complex :

Built on a 100-acre site, the Complex has been conceived as two functionally integrated sets of buildings. The Western complex forms the gateway for the town. It houses functions that respond directly to the needs of the people — changing exhibit galleries; a two-level research and reference library centered around a great reading room open to vistas of water gardens to house rare archival materials,books, joumals as well as audio visual resources; and a 400-seat auditorium to host seminars and cultural events.
A 165-metre bridge from the Western complex provides pedestrian access to the Eastern complex, the Khalsa Heritage Museum, that comprises permanent exhibit galleries on 5(1) years of Sikh heritage along with museum facilities to rival any world-class museum. A series of reflecting pools create a seven-acre water body between the two complexes. Arcaded walkways and gardens on either side gently cascade towards the serene pools. Public facilities and a cafeteria are located at the base of the bridge overlookingthis vista.

List of Nearest places, attractions near The Kikar Lodge - Nature Retreat, Ropar

• Patiala   Distance from The Kikar Lodge - Nature Retreat, Ropar    80Km
• Dharmashala   Distance from The Kikar Lodge - Nature Retreat, Ropar    120Km
• Chandigarh Airport   Distance from The Kikar Lodge - Nature Retreat, Ropar    70Km
• Anandpur Sahib   Distance from The Kikar Lodge - Nature Retreat, Ropar    30Km
• Shimla   Distance from The Kikar Lodge - Nature Retreat, Ropar    180Km
• Naina Devi   Distance from The Kikar Lodge - Nature Retreat, Ropar    55Km
• Manali   Distance from The Kikar Lodge - Nature Retreat, Ropar    280Km
• Delhi   Distance from The Kikar Lodge - Nature Retreat, Ropar    250Km
• Palampur   Distance from The Kikar Lodge - Nature Retreat, Ropar    190Km

1. Pheasants Nest

A multi cuisine air-conditioned restaurant which offers delectable Indian, excellent Continental and Chinese cuisine. It provides a choice of Buffet, a’la carte Menu, as wall as a Kiddies Menu. You wouldn’t want to miss out on the splendid food at offer here!

Watering Hole
The bar has a nice retro Australian feel to it, where one can lay back and enjoy a drink while over looking from a window as the sun goes down and the lights from the shack shimmer on the pool. You can also avail Happy Hour from 5pm-7pm.

Conference Hall
With a seating capacity of 40-60, corporate clients can have fruitful seminars in the hall equipped with projector facilities followed by team building exercises in the outdoors.

The Den
A place to relax, read a book, or hear soft music. This area can also be used as a private dining for a family or small group on request.

Serenity
The Forest Spa offers various treatments which can be enjoyed individually or as a couple.

Swimming pools
The Kikar Lodge has two large swimming pools along with a small kiddie-pool. One of the swimming pool also has the facility for water polo.

Children’s play area
While the adults take a dip in the pool, there is a play area nearby with swings & slides where the children can enjoy themselves under the watchful eyes of their parents.

Shack
Music streams in from one corner of the shack, where you can sit out and enjoy a cool drink, have snacks and enjoy the view of the pool and green gardens, especially in the summer. Or just sit back and enjoy the cold amidst the wilderness along with a bonfire burning close by.

Amphitheatre
This area is used for bonfires, candlelit dinners near the pool or even Corporate Group speeches.
Parking lot
There is ample space for those who would like to bring their own vehicles to the resort.

30 Luxury Cottages
You could opt for a cottage cluster should you be travelling in a group. Of the 30 Luxury cottages, 4 are family suites. Each of our cottages are fully furnished with modern amenities such as telephones, individual geysers, fire extinguishers, tea kettle in rooms and are equipped with room heaters for the winters and air conditioners for the summer season.