Nestled on Megha Hill amidst dense forests, Gajlaxmi Palace offers a unique heritage homestay experience where wildlife meets royal luxury. The palace holds special character, carefully building up a sheltered environment around all living creatures, offering undisturbed harmony with nature.
This royal retreat, home to Kumar Saheb Jitendra Pratap Singh Deo and Kumarani Navneeta Singh Deo, provides guests with authentic jungle experiences including guided nature walks, wildlife viewing at the region's only waterhole, and encounters with elephants, deer, civets, and occasional leopards. The palace features the preserved skin of a man-eating tiger that claimed 83 lives before being shot by the royal family.
Guests enjoy organic farm-to-table cuisine with influences from both Odisha and Rajasthan, reflecting the hosts' royal heritage. The palace offers exclusive access to tribal villages, forest trails, and wildlife photography opportunities. Located just 90 minutes from Cuttack, Gajlaxmi Palace provides the perfect escape into nature while maintaining royal comfort and hospitality.
🎯 Activities at the Palace
- 🐾 Jungle Nature Walks - Guided forest trails with wildlife spotting
- 🦌 Wildlife Viewing - Early morning visits to the region's only waterhole
- 🏹 Royal Hunting Stories - View preserved man-eating tiger and hear tales
- 🌱 Organic Farm Tours - Explore kitchen gardens and sustainable farming
- 🔥 Bonfire Evenings - Stargazing with royal hosts sharing local legends
🗺️ Nearby Attractions
- 🏞️ Megha Hill Trekking - Summit hikes with forest panoramic views
- 🏘️ Tribal Villages - Cultural immersion with local communities
- 🌊 Waterfalls - Seasonal cascades during monsoon months
- 🐘 Elephant Corridors - Wild elephant spotting opportunities
- 🦅 Bird Watching Points - Over 150 species in surrounding forests
