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| Pre-Departure Guidelines for Kerala Jungle Visitors |
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- Total silence and discipline is required to spot wild animals
- Small groups are preferred
- Early mornings and late afternoons are the ideal time to visit forests
- Travelling alone is prohibited especially in the Elephant Reserves
- Do not wear colourful clothes or perfumes. Khakis, browns and greens are best suited
- Always carry drinking water, tea/coffee, snacks etc.
- Seek the assistance of a forest guard while going into the forests
- Do not disturb or tease animals
- Trekkers are advised to use jungle boots to ensure safety
- Carry a first aid kit with medicines for common ailments
- Avoid smoking
- Radios and tape recorders are to be avoided
- Do not litter the surroundings
- Respect animals and their habits
- Do not remove anything from the Sanctuary
- Carry a note pad, flash light, road maps, bus, train and airline time-tables
- Do not try to explore unfamiliar things
- Be careful during boat rides. Don’t do anything that will rock the boat or endanger lives
- Do not expect to see animals all the time. Be patient
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Pre-Departure Guidelines for Visitors to Sanctuaries in Kerala |
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- Maximum size of visitors group for trekking will be 9
- Guests shall not bring pets, i.e. dogs, cats etc. inside any park or reserve
- Do not collect any form of fauna or flora from any sanctuary or park
- Be aware of the negative aspects of insensitive behaviour, such as taking photographs of people without their consent or failure to observe local customs
- Do not interfere with scientific research, facilities or equipment
- Be aware of your capabilities and the dangers posed by the trip
- Dress codes to be followed
- Do not damage plants – for example by walking, driving, or landing on extensive moss beds or lichen-covered areas
- Keep noise to the minimum to avoid frightening wildlife
- Do not bring non-native plants or animals into the park
- Be aware of the location of areas that have been accorded special protection and of any restrictions regarding entry and activities that can be carried out in and around the area
- Be aware of applicable restrictions and regulations of the site
- Do not damage, remove or destroy historic sites or monuments, or any artifacts associated with them
- Please ensure that necessary permission is obtained before visiting
- Maintain a safe distance from all wildlife
- Do not stray from group
- Do not disturb any animal by making noises, flashing lights or making any sudden movements that may frighten animals
- Do not chase animals
- Be aware that too much noise disturbs the wildlife and can antagonize other visitors
- Do not damage vegetation or any fencepost, gate or signpost in the park
- Be aware that plant damage can be irreplaceable resulting in loss of feeding and breeding grounds
- Do not remove flora and fauna. Removal of these seriously disrupts the ecosystem and is illegal
- Do not buy animal products as souvenirs as this encourages further plundering of these species
- Always remain inside your accommodation at night
- Be aware that the animals are wild and can be dangerous
- Do not remain in the parks or reserves between 7 pm & 7 am unless accommodation is provided
- Do not discard any foodstuff or litter the land and water bodies
- Do not hand-feed fish and animals
- Do not feed, touch or handle birds and animals; do not approach or photograph them in ways that may cause them to alter their behaviour
- Take special care when animals are breeding or moulting
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Inorder to savour the natural beauty of South India, we have designed the following tour packages for the discerning travellers |
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