SUJÁN Sher Bagh

A classic tented camp, Sher Bagh has a main dining area and a canvas-roofed bar for on-tap G&Ts and Bloody Marys. Guests gather at the campfire for evening drinks, jungle gossip, and alfresco thali dinners; the chefs will often make an appearance to cook on the traditional clay oven too. Food is sublime (both Indian and continental options are available) and many of the ingredients come from the pretty organic gardens and the nearby Sher Bagh farm. There’s also a lovely spa under the shade of a fig tree for reviving tired tootsies and a swimming pool for mid-afternoon swims.

The 10 luxury tents are spacious and gorgeous, each a white-canvas cocoon from the wilds outside. Plush carpets, soft linens and dark-wood chairs and tables are stylish and charming; there’s 24-hour electricity and air-conditioning, and all have en-suite bathrooms. For something extra special, the two suites are truly romantic. Pukka Sahib come complete with a netted veranda, a private jacuzzi and alfresco shower, whilst Burra Sahib has its own pool and a private butler. Sigh...

Tigers, tigers and more tigers. Activities are geared around looking for the elusive cats and twice daily game drives are always available and with all the trimmings (picnics, binocs and blankets depending on the time of day and even camera equipment if required). Ranthambore is also home to over 350 species of bird, plus, keep eyes peeled for deer, peacocks, eagles and monkeys. A jaunt to the hilltop Ranthambore Fort will reveal spectacular views of your surroundings, and if you’ve got any time to spare, join an informal cooking class with the chefs – always fun!