Woods At Sasan

Woods at Sasan

Design Forward, Ecolodge, Luxury Amenities

Focus on your wellbeing at this secluded Indian forest retreat, and reconnect with yourself using time-honored Eastern wisdom.

Nestled in a lush mango orchard in the Sasan Gir forest in Gujarat, India, Woods At Sasan offers gently nourishing wellbeing through a slow, sustainable, nature-immersed lifestyle that is deeply connected to the land and its culture.

Designed to nurture biophilia, the pared down and eco-conscious architecture blends into the forest backdrop, and features independent Stays with private gardens, offering a rare experience of quietude and self-exploration.

With the best of traditional Eastern healing techniques, options of Ayurveda-based Sattvic diets, and engaging local experiences, Woods At Sasan is a wilderness retreat removed from the frenetic pace of urban environments, inviting guests to relax, unwind and discover joy.

Amenities at Woods At Sasan

38 calming and luxurious suites with contemporary Indian design

Calming interiors and decor featuring hand-dyed khadi linen and elegant furniture custom-made from reclaimed wood

Outdoor decks with forest views, perfect for taking a moment to pause

Four on-site restaurants with seasonal menus and foods sourced from local farmers

100% natural, PETA certified and vegan toiletries

Acres of bamboo thickets, mango orchards and woods to amble around and relax in

What to know about Woods At Sasan

hotel address

Gujarat, India

closest airport

Diu Airport (1 hour flight from Mumbai), Keshod Airport & Rajkot Greenfield International Airport.

from airport

1.5 hour drive

About the Location

Woods At Sasan sits in the bountiful Sasan Gir, known as the land of Asiatic lions and home to a host of wildlife. There is full privacy and zero distractions from the outside world in this peaceful area of lush and biodiverse Indian wilderness.

Highlights & Activities

Spot lions on an immersive jungle safari

The Asiatic lion is a rare and majestic creature found in the Gir National Park. Spot these beautiful beasts roaming free during an adventurous safari into the jungle canopy.

Try your hand at pottery

Challenge yourself to a class of hand-thrown pottery creations, expertly guided by a local ceramics master.

Watch the sun set and the stars rise in the heart of the forest

Make use of the hotel’s telescope to experience the beauty of star-gazing up to clear skies that are unaffected by the disturbing light pollution of large urban areas.

Learn about the traditional Siddi Dhamaal dance

Experience the infectious high energy and impressive beauty of the traditional Siddi Dhamaal dance, performed by local community members.

Go from garden to table with the ultimate culinary experience

Learn about Woods At Sasan’s regenerative agriculture practices and immersion in the natural world with the team’s expert horticulturist. Then taste the unique flavors of fresh produce that’s sourced from the hotel's gardens and are served directly onto your plate.

Founded with a deep respect for its surrounding forest, Woods At Sasan honors life in India’s natural world and the local community and wildlife that live in unison with the land.

Woods At Sasan has no single-use plastics; water bottles are always glass, all food packaging is made from corn starch and sugarcane, and carry bags are made from banana fiber paper. All toiletries are packaged in paper only.

Woods At Sasan is designed in keeping with Biophilia, applying natural patterns to evoke subconscious connection to nature. The retreat is built using locally sourced, non-toxic, reclaimed and reusable materials to minimize concrete use and reduce carbon footprint.

Woods At Sasan’s cuisine follows sustainable food practices; menus change with the seasons and feature locally-grown vegetables, organic foods and mindfully sourced meat, fish and poultry. They also offer vegan and Keto diets for interested guests. They do not do not air-freight in any produce.

The Woods At Sasan team has created a mobile Community Library that is stocked with over 2,300 books and travels to over 13 local villages to offer reading materials to rural villagers. The hotel’s Community Development team has also planted over 4,000 trees in over 21 villages surrounding Woods At Sasan to promote the preservation and conservation of native species in the local area.

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Hotel Location

Woods At Sasan

Hotel Address

Gujarat, India

Closest Airport

Diu Airport (1 hour flight from Mumbai), Keshod Airport & Rajkot Greenfield International Airport.

Travel Time From Airport

1.5 hour drive

RT+ Membership Perks

Receive $99 travel credit towards a 3 night minimum stay as a RegenerativeTravel+ member and choice of one of the following: Sound Healing Therapy, Private Barbeque Dinner or Village Tour