Forest Hill Golf & Country Club Resort

What Forest Hill Golf & Country Club Resort does

Forest Hill Golf & Country Club Resort is an integrated luxury eco-tourism and residential real estate destination operated by WWICS Resorts Private Limited (part of the WWICS Group) on a 2,000-acre site in the Shivalik foothills near Chandigarh, Punjab, adjacent to the 10,000-acre Sukhna Wildlife Sanctuary. The core platform is a 12-hole championship golf course designed by WATG and European Golf Design, paired with a Golf Academy and an 18+ member reciprocal club network across India. Around this anchor, the company layers multiple revenue streams: luxury accommodation (Acacia and Acqua Villas, Lakeshore Cottages), branded stays managed by The Ultimate Travelling Camp (TUTC) and Taj/IHCL's amã Stays & Trails, adventure and recreation (jungle safaris, equestrian via The Ranch/Equiduo, helicopter charters, zip-lining), event hosting (weddings up to 2,000 guests, corporate events), wellness retreats (with Vivekananda Health Global, S-VYASA, and Art of Living/Sri Sri Well Being), and residential real estate (Greenhavens, Secret Valley, Fairview, Fairwood, Golf Links CHD Estates and Villas priced Rs. 3-6 Cr). The business model is hybrid: recurring hospitality and membership revenue (Rs. 50,000 + GST annual golf membership) plus high-ticket one-time real estate sales with StayVista-managed rental income guarantees. Distribution is multi-channel: direct sales, reciprocal club referrals, hospitality partner platforms, online booking, and event-driven acquisition including tournaments, Sunburn music events, and AP Dhillon concerts. The company's go-to-market targets HNWIs, NRI investors, corporate clients, destination weddings, and golf enthusiasts across Northern India.

Name

Forest Hill Golf & Country Club Resort

Legal name

WWICS Resorts Private Limited

Website

https://foresthillresort.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2001

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Forest Hill Golf & Country Club Resort is a 2,000-acre luxury eco-tourism and residential real estate destination near Chandigarh, India, offering a championship golf course, branded stays (Taj/TUTC), adventure activities, wellness retreats, weddings, and Rs. 3-6 Crore farmstay and villa ownership to HNWIs, corporates, and NRI investors.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Luxury Resort and Golf Club Hospitality

NAICS

Golf Courses and Country Clubs (71391), Hotels (except Casino Hotels) and Motels (72111), Recreational and Vacation Camps (except Campgrounds) (721214)

SIC

Hotels, Rooming Houses, Camps & Other Lodging Places (7000), Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900), Hotels & Motels (7011)

akta.pro primary industry

Luxury Golf Resorts (THAGACAH)

akta.pro secondary industries

Mountain & Alpine Lodges (THAGAIAE), Luxury Farmhouses, Country Houses & Vineyard Estates (THAMAEAG)

Keywords

• Luxury resort hospitality
• Championship golf course
• Eco-tourism destination
• Wedding event venues
• Adventure recreation activities

Headquarters

HQ city

Mohali

HQ country

India

HQ region

Asia

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Resort Accommodation and Stays: Luxury cottage rentals including Acqua Villa and Acacia Cottage with pool, managed by TUTC and amã Stays & Trails (Taj Hotels). Revenue from overnight stays, dining, and recreational activities.
2. Membership Fees: Permanent individual, corporate, annual club, and annual golf memberships. Annual golf membership at Rs. 50,000 + 18% GST with free course access, 10 professional coaching sessions, and 15% F&B discount. Lifetime memberships included with property purchases.
3. Real Estate Sales: Sale of farm-stay cottages (Greenhavens, Secret Valley Farms, Fairwood Farms, Fairview Farms), villas (Golf Links CHD), and estate plots. Properties priced from Rs. 3 Crores to Rs. 6 Crores with rental pool options for investors.
4. Event Hosting: Venues for weddings (Le Jardin, The Wildflower, Aquascape), corporate events, conferences, product launches, pre-wedding shoots, and music/video productions. Venue rentals from Rs. 2.5 lakhs to Rs. 9 lakhs per day.
5. Adventure and Recreation Activities: Revenue from adventure activities including jungle safaris, fishing, boating, hiking, biking, horse riding, archery, ATV rides, camping, bird watching, and zip-lining experiences. Activity charges range from Rs. 300 to Rs. 3,500 per person.
6. Wellness and Health Services: Partnership with Vivekananda Health Global, S-VYASA University, and Sri Sri Well Being for yoga, meditation, Ayurveda, naturopathy, and wellness programs.
7. Helicopter Charter Services: Agusta 119 Koala Helicopter operations including joy rides, tourism charters to Shimla/Manali/Dharamshala, emergency medical flights, wedding entries, film shoots, and VIP transport.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels7 records

Marketing channels12 records

Core offering

Forest Hill Golf & Country Club Resort operates an integrated luxury hospitality, golf, and lifestyle resort across 2,000 acres in the Shivalik foothills near Chandigarh. It sells overnight cottage and villa stays, a WATG-designed 12-hole championship golf course, golf memberships and coaching, wedding and corporate event venues, adventure and equestrian activities, helicopter charter services, wellness retreats, and premium residential farm-stay cottage, villa, and estate real estate.

Product overview

Forest Hill Golf & Country Club Resort is a luxury wilderness retreat and eco-tourism destination spanning 2,000 acres in the Shivalik foothills near Chandigarh, adjacent to the 10,000-acre Sukhna Wildlife Sanctuary. The integrated resort operates as a platform-plus-modules architecture centered around a 12-Hole Championship Golf Course and Golf Academy (designed by WATG and European Golf Design), complemented by diverse accommodation options including Acacia Villa, Acqua Villa, and farm-stay properties (Greenhavens, Secret Valley Farms, Fairview Farms), event and wedding venues (Le Jardin, The Wildflower, Aquascape), adventure activities (jungle safari, equestrian at The Ranch, zip-lining via Flying Fox), wellness retreats in partnership with Vivekananda Health Global and S-VYASA University, and real estate ownership opportunities through Estates and Villas at Golf Links CHD. The resort also offers FHR Studio Nights entertainment programming, helicopter charter services, organic farming experiences, and various club membership tiers. Less than 20% of land is allocated for construction, emphasizing sustainable development.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Greenhavens: A pristine 400-acre private hillside estate with luxury cottages offering 2-5 bedroom farmstay options starting at Rs. 3 Cr, located near Village Masol.
• Secret Valley Farms
• Fairwood Farms
• Fairview Farms
• Acacia Villa
• Acqua Villa
• The Ranch Forest Hill
• Le Jardin
• The Wildflower
• Aquascape

Products and services

• 12-Hole Championship Golf Course A 12-hole themed championship golf course designed by WATG and European Golf Design, set in the Shivalik foothills near Sukhna Wildlife Sanctuary, featuring tight well-bunkered greens, lakes, sand bunkers, and an undulating layout. Built for resident members, resort guests, and visiting golfers.
• Golf Academy and Range Professional golf coaching programs for beginners and advanced players with certified instructors, a driving range, and chipping and putting practice areas. Annual golf members receive 10 complimentary professional teaching classes.
• Annual Golf Membership Year-long golf membership providing unlimited course access without green fees, free driving range usage (Rs. 100 per bucket), 10 professional teaching classes, and a 15% F&B discount, priced at Rs. 50,000 + 18% GST.
• Luxury Cottages and Lakeshore Villas (Acacia Villa, Acqua Villa) Overnight luxury stay offerings including Acacia Villa (two-bedroom with private pool and garden) and Acqua Villa (one-bedroom lakeside retreat), managed under the TUTC and amã Stays & Trails (Taj Hotels/IHCL) brands with colonial furniture, en-suite bathrooms, teak wood wardrobes, and curated wilderness experiences.
• Le Jardin Wedding and Event Venue Private event space with 360-degree views of the Shivalik range, fairy-tale gazebos and cabanas, accommodating around 350 guests, with rental charges of Rs. 2.5 lakhs per day.
• The Wildflower Wedding and Event Venue Nature-inspired event venue symbolizing individuality and organic charm, accommodating around 2,000 guests, with rental charges of Rs. 4 lakhs per day.
• Aquascape Wedding and Event Venue Open-air lakefront venue with flocks of birds in the background, accommodating up to 350 people, with rental charges of Rs. 9 lakhs per day including venue, decor, and exotic fresh flowers.
• Helicopter Charter Services Charter services offering joy rides, helicopter safaris, tourism transfers to Shimla, Manali and Dharamshala, emergency medical flights, wedding and ceremony entries, film shoots, and VIP transport via an Agusta AW 119 Koala helicopter.
• The Ranch Forest Hill (Equestrian Centre) Equestrian facility offering horse riding lessons in show jumping, dressage, and eventing, jungle safaris on horseback, corporate workshops with horses, hippo-therapy, and horse boarding and sales, managed in partnership with Equiduo.
• Jungle Safari Experience Guided wildlife safari experiences in 4x4 vehicles that allow guests to spot wild boar, fox, barasingha, blue bull, sambar, jackal, wild goat, and porcupine, priced from Rs. 1,000 to Rs. 3,000 per person based on package.
• Golf Residences (Farm-stay Cottages, Villas, and Estates Real Estate) Integrated residential real estate offering across multiple branded projects — Greenhavens (Rs. 3 Crores+), Secret Valley Farms (Rs. 4 Crores+), Fairview Farms (Rs. 6 Crores), Villas at Golf Links CHD (500–605 sq. yards), and Estates at Golf Links CHD (1,250 sq. yards–1 acre+) — with lifetime Forest Hill Golf & Country Club membership included and optional StayVista-managed rental income.

Quantifiable outcome

• Visible ecological transformation expected within 5 years through rewilding initiative
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

31 partnerships are on record, tiered core, major and minor.

• AfforesttcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 19 May 2026Large-scale native rewilding and habitat restoration initiative across 2,000-acre landscape. Project involves removing invasive species, planting native trees and shrubs, and restoring natural water systems through lakes, trenching, and retention features. Aims to position Chandigarh-Shivalik region on national and global eco-tourism map.
• The Ultimate Travelling Camp (TUTC)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerTUTC manages boutique luxury wilderness cottages at FHR with colonial furniture, en-suite bathrooms, teak wood wardrobes, and hot showers. Provides skilled chefs, storytelling from specialists, and fire-lit evening experiences.
• amã Stays & Trails (Taj Hotels/IHCL)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerIndia's first branded homestay product by Indian Hotels Company (Taj brand) operating and managing luxury cottages and accommodation units at FHR, bringing world-class hospitality standards.
• WATG (Wimberley, Allison, Tong & Goo)coreTechnology or IntegrationWorld-renowned hospitality design firm responsible for designing Forest Hill Resort. Has delivered over 400 built projects worldwide including AYANA Segara Bali, Chedi Katara, and Nayara Tented Camp Costa Rica.
• European Golf DesigncoreTechnology or IntegrationGolf course design firm with three courses voted best new course in Europe and two in top 100 courses worldwide (Linna Golf Finland, Antalya Golf Club Turkey, San Domenico Golf Italy). Designed FHR golf courses.
• Luxury FrontiersmajorTechnology or IntegrationArchitecture, interior design, procurement, and project management firm specializing in luxury hospitality experiences. Projects include Naviva Four Seasons Mexico, Nayara Tented Camp Costa Rica, and Camp Sarika by Amangiri USA.
• Sapna Thanawala / Starc ArchitecturemajorTechnology or IntegrationArchitect collaborated to create and design villas and cottages at FHR. Known for Isprava Villas, bringing unique design aesthetic for luxury villa residences.
• Vivekananda Health Global & S-VYASA UniversitycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership to offer India's biggest health and wellness retreat. Includes Naturopathy, Ayurveda, Physiotherapy, Aromatherapy, Energy Medicine, yoga courses (online and residential) by NAAC A+++ accredited university.
• Sri Sri Well Being | Art of LivingcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership to establish India's largest health and wellness centre. Offers yoga, meditation, Ayurveda, acupuncture, naturopathy, osteopathy, personalized diagnostics, and Sattvic Restaurant cuisine.
• Four Seasons CateringmajorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerRenowned catering service provider for weddings, corporate events, and special occasions at FHR. Uses finest ingredients, state-of-the-art kitchen setup, and 20+ years experienced hospitality professionals.
• Wedding Venues by AmaltasmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDream wedding destination partnership offering customized celebrations amidst nature with sweeping panoramas of Shivalik Hills.
• The Ranch (Equiduo)majorStrategic or Co-development PartnerExclusive equestrian destination offering Horse Riding School, Excellence Centre, Jungle Safari on Horseback, Sports Horse Breeding, Horse Themed Parties, and Mind/Body Wellness Programs. Trained 50+ horses and mentored 150+ riders producing national medalists.
• Flying FoxminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorLeading adventure sports company specializing in zip-lining experiences through forest canopy, offering thrilling aerial adventure for resort guests.
• SunburnmajorGTM or Marketing PartnerOne of Asia's largest music festivals collaborating with FHR to provide unforgettable music experience combining natural beauty with high-energy festival performances.
• Book My ShowminorGTM or Marketing PartnerConcert and event ticketing platform offering concert living experience within FHR venues, providing range of packages for music lovers.
• StayVistamajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorProfessional property management for Fairview Farms villas offering guaranteed rental income of Rs. 4 lakhs/month, managed short-term and holiday rentals within resort ecosystem.
• WildflowemajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRenowned wedding planner and décor specialist for Forest Hill Resort, offering curated concepts and bespoke designs for weddings and events.
• The Palms Golf Club & Resort, LucknowminorOthersReciprocal club arrangement within Sushant Golf City. 18-hole golf course in tranquil green surroundings.
• Coorg Golf LinksminorOthersReciprocal club arrangement. Founded in 1987 on plateau and hills with tanks, surrounded by lofty hills of Karnataka.
• Poona Club Ltd, PuneminorOthersOne of oldest and most prestigious clubs in India with 131-year history dating to 1886. Founder patrons included Aga Khan, Maharajas, Sir Dorab Tata.
• The Tollygunge Club, KolkataminorOthersFounded 1895, ranked amongst top 20 clubs in the world. Spread over 100 acres with 220-year-old clubhouse.
• Jayachamarajendra Wadiyar Golf Club (JWGC), MysoreminorOthersReciprocal club on 110 acres within Mysore Race Club premises. Grown from handful of golfers in 1985 to 850+ members.
• Lucknow Golf ClubminorOthersReciprocal arrangement. Only civilian golf course east of Delhi and west of Calcutta. 1500 members with high social standing.
• The Belvedere Golf and Country Club, AhmedabadminorOthersReciprocal club. Largest lifestyle club in Gujarat spread over nearly 100 acres within Adani Shantigram township.
• Naldehra Golf CourseminorOthersReciprocal arrangement. Oldest golf course in India at 2,200 meters altitude in Himachal Pradesh. 18-hole course under Himalayan Cedar.
• CGA Golf Range, ChandigarhminorOthersChandigarh Golf Association facility. 6-acre unique golf facility with academy, flood-lit driving range, 9-hole pitch and putt course.
• Oxford Golf Resort, PuneminorOthersReciprocal arrangement. Winner of 'Best Course in India' for 4 consecutive years. Championship 19-hole course over 150 acres.
• Kodaikanal Golf ClubminorOthersReciprocal arrangement. Private membership club with 18-hole par 71 course in Tamil Nadu.
• Karma Lakelands Golf Resort, GurgaonminorOthersReciprocal arrangement. Eco-friendly golf resort awarded 'Eco-Friendly Golf Course 2016 (India)' by Golf Digest.
• Panchkula Golf ClubminorOthersReciprocal arrangement. 18-hole course over 135 acres with view of Ghaggar river and Shivalik Hills.
• East Point Golf Club, VisakhapatnamminorOthersReciprocal arrangement. Founded circa 1884, Andhra Pradesh's premier golf club and social club.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Jaypee Greens Golf & Spa Resort: Greater Noida integrated resort with an 18-hole championship Graham Cooke-designed golf course, spa, residences, and event venues. Comparable luxury golf + residential + wedding business model in NCR region.
• Karma Lakelands Golf Resort: Eco-friendly luxury golf resort near Gurgaon operating a championship course, villas, and members club. Most direct comparable in India: similar eco-golf positioning, member-driven revenue, and resort-living real estate on the NCR corridor.
• Oxford Golf Resort: Pune-based championship 19-hole golf resort, multiple-award-winning course, member club, and event venue. Already listed as a reciprocal club of FHR; mirrors the India-wide chain-of-clubs play.
• The Oberoi Sukhvilas Spa Resort: Luxury Oberoi resort in the Chandigarh Shivalik foothills focused on wellness, weddings, and leisure. Most direct regional competitor in the same luxury wilderness wedding/corporate event market.

Broad incumbents

• ITC Grand Bharat: ITC Hotels' flagship NCR luxury property with golf, residences, and convention facilities. Larger incumbent operating at similar price points with brand-wide distribution through ITC Hotels.
• Aman New Delhi / Amanbagh: Ultra-luxury hospitality brand with properties serving HNW/NRI demand in similar segments in India. Sets the upper benchmark for branded luxury experiences and member/residence programming in the same geography.
• Four Seasons Tented Camp Golden Triangle (Chiang Rai): Ultra-luxury branded tented camp operating in a wildlife buffer zone with similar conservation-plus-luxury positioning. Referenced via design lineage at FHR (WATG, Luxury Frontiers); closest international analog to FHR's TUTC/partnership thesis.

Emerging players

• Nayara Tented Camp Costa Rica: WATG/Luxury Frontiers-designed luxury tented camp set in a wildlife-rich setting. Closest internationally on design DNA and conservation-adjacent experiential luxury narrative.
• Sujan Jawai / SUJAN Luxury Hotels: Indian luxury operator with wilderness lodges combining tented suites, wellness, and safari programming. Comparable scope of mid-journey sustainable luxury positioning in the Indian market.

Regional players

• Wildflower Hall Shimla (Oberoi): Luxury hill resort in Himachal Pradesh offering premium wilderness stays and weddings in a similar Shivalik/Himalayan zone. Competes for the same luxury wedding and NRI leisure spend FHR taps via helicopter access to Shimla/Manali.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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