Vol 2 | Issue 6 | Jan 2018
Spotting the Spotted spectre while on foot
Kabini, 2nd July 2017 6.40PM, Dammanakatte range – After returning from the forest department safari, Photographers Amith Bhavikatti & Kalyan Chakraborty were at the parking area of the camp, when they were signalled by a couple of local villagers known to them.On following them for a
Bangalore Bicycle Championships The Bangalore Classic Road Race
It was really early on 16th July 2017, Sunday morning that we drove towards Century Sports Village, the starting point of Bangalore Bicycle Championships – Bangalore Classic Road Race. The Facebook page for the event said the elite and masters Categories were a mind blowing – 132
World first hydrogen-powered and zero-emission passenger Train
World first hydrogen-powered and zero-emission passenger train named as Coradia iLint was unveiled in Germany. The first of its kind ecofriendly train has been developed by French rail company Alstom.The Coradia iLint only emits excess steam and condensed water into the atmosphere.
STAND UP PADDLE RACING
Whether its a fun race, an epic downwinder or a grueling endurance race, there’s a style of Stand Up Paddling for everyone. Even if you’re new to the sport, Stand Up Paddling clubs all over Australia are keen to get you racing.When someone mentions SUP,
Ignoring nutrition can undo months of marathon training
Running long distances comes naturally to us.According to biologists, endurance running has played an important role in our evolution. The human body stays cool by sweating rather than panting, giving us the ability to run distances that would overheat other animals, making us better hunters. So,
Pench – The Land of Mowgli, Revisited
Down the memory laneA trip back in time for me…as this was the forest where I was blessed with my first decent tiger sighting, and also some classic images of a tigress on a rock! I can never forget 8th of March, 2007
In Focus – Madhya Pradesh – The Heartland of India
Madhya Pradesh – the heritage heartland of India. The Central province of India, known as Madhya Pradesh is blessed by nature, abundant in biodiversity, steeped in history and alive in terms of Culture. For those who like to live it up on the edge and go beyond the ordinary to explore the best of the jungles, a holiday in Madhya Pradesh is definitely a treat for them. The varied flora and fauna that the dense jungles offer a traveller makes Madhya Pradesh the gateway to a life changing experienc
World Wildlife Fund inaugurates frog exhibition in Delhi
To build awareness on the need for conservation of frogs and highlight their role in the natural world, World Wildlife Fund (WWF) India has inaugurated a first of its kind exhibition for frog lovers- FrogFest. The exhibition has over 400 amphibians from individuals...
3 rescued orphan rhino calves from Kaziranga get new home in Manas
GUWAHATI, Jan 7 - Three female rhino calves that were rescued during the devastating floods that had hit Kaziranga National Park in 2016, and subsequently hand-raised at the Centre for Wildlife Rehabilitation and Conservation (CWRC) – jointly run by Wildlife Trust of...
Career in Adventure Tourism
It is the UN’s Year of Sustainable Tourism for Development!It’s well known that Sustainable tourism andadventure tourism are intimately connectedAre you a smitten by wanderlust, crave for things that give you an adrenalin rushNot sure??
Awesome Assam
Assam… Lush green Tea estates, Kaziranga, Rhino, Brahmaputra and the vivid colors of traditional dresses of the land…smiling faces, bright in the sunshine. These are the first images that one can picture when someone says Assam.The land of the mystical forests, The largest of the seven sisters…Assam has much, much more to offer… Assam is virtually a buffet catering to vivid tastes of the modern day tourist…Assam is well known for its Tea & Silk. The first oil well in Asia was drilled here. Assa
The Fastest Indian On A Motorcycle!
Bangalore based biker Balaji Mohan rides from Arunachal Pradesh to Kutch in just over 66 hours!!!The biker rode from Tezu in Arunachal Pradesh to Koteshwar in Gujarat covering 3733.50 kms in 66 hours and 37 minutes. Adding yet another
India BAJA Rally -Sanjay Razdan
Off-road racing’s biggest name, Dakar, was brought into India in 2017 through its “Dakar Challenge” label. In one of the most exciting new developments in motor sports in India, the India Baja rally-raid in its 2017 edition is now one of the Dakar
THE DESERT STORM
Way back in 2003, Maruti Suzuki Desert Storm put its first step into the undulating dunes of Thar Desert in Rajasthan. The race back then consisted of Xtreme format, where man and machine were tested to limits and one had to cover the stages
Wildlife SOS Celebrates World Environment Week
Wildlife SOS is a non-profit organization established in 1995 by Kartick Satyanarayan and Geeta Seshamani with the primary objective of rescuing and rehabilitating wildlife in distress in the country. Wildlife SOS works to build lasting partnerships
The Birdman of Chennai
photo credit: odditycentralThis man feeds thousands of parrots everyday, and he does it for loveSekar, a camera mechanic from Chennai who doesn’t have pets of his own, but loves thousands of birds, just the same. Sekar, popularly know as the ‘Birdman’ in Royapettah area,
Rehabilitation Centre for Birds – Shuka Vana
Sage and seer, His Holiness Dr. Sri Ganapathy Sachchidananda Swamiji, the Founder of Avadhoota Datta Peetham, Mysore, India, is recognised far and wide for his extraordinary vision and compassionate heart.Sri Swamiji has established Shuka Vana (Parrot Park),
Indian Conservationists win Green Oscar
Adventure & Wildlife team congratulates The Whitley Award Winners – Sanjay Gubbi & Purnima Barman for their outsanding contribution in their conservation efforts.Two Indian activists on Wednesday won the Annual Whitley Awards,
Greater flamingos extend stay in Pulicat
Naturalists surprised, say a study is needed on the movement of the birdsThe extended stay by greater flamingos at Pulicat Lake has surprised naturalists and bird lovers.The migratory birds usually stay between September and March in the part of the lake that falls within Andhra Pradesh limits.
HIROBO-HX-1 Single-Seat Helicopter
A JAPANESE COMPANY with plenty of experience making small, remote-controlled electric helicopters is building a human-sized version.Hirobo unveiled its single-seatelectric helicopter at a technology expo in Japan and hopes to make its first flight for next year.
No rights in critical tiger habitats
The National Tiger Conservation Authority issued a notice to states two weeks ago asking officials to
suspend granting of rights to tribals and other forest dwellers under the Forest Rights Act in all critical tiger habitats.“In the absence of guidelines for notification of critical wildlife habitats, no rights shall be conferred in critical tiger habitats,” said
Thailand – the last stronghold of Indo Chinese Tiger
Thailand was the first country in the region to deplete its forests to such an extent that, by the 1980s it had banned logging. It was also among the first to establish national parks, but initially these were also badly stressed by illegal logging and hunting.
The Prince of Bandipur is no more
photo credit: Amith BhavikattiThe tiger that was found dead in the Kundakere range of Bandipur National Park on Sunday has been identified as the big cat that brought down a gaur in a video that went viral on social media in 2013.Incidentally, the same tiger went by the monicker ‘Prince’ and was usually found in the tourism zone though its territory extended beyond it.
Conservation
In a village called Markanja, an ordinary farmer is on a mission to conserve as many breeds as he can Mangifera indica is indigenous to the Indian subcontinent; domesticated over 2000 years ago; it is now also cultivated in east Asia, Africa and the Americas.
Bangalore University Staffer sets record!!!
The Bengalurean covered the Golden Quadrilateral and beyond up to Arunachal PradeshForty-three-year-old R Chiranthana, who covered the entire country on his bike last year, has entered the India Book of World Records and World Records India.
Achievers Corner – Minaram Gogoi
Minaram Gogoi of Assam’s Nameri National Park wins Zeiss Wildlife Conservation AwardMinaram Gogoi knows a thing or two about flying, although he had never been on a plane until last month. When the 35-year-old boarded a flight from Guwahati to Delhi to receive the Zeiss Wildlife Conservation Award in March,
A sojourn to Valparai! The Ghat Section, I adore !!
The traveler in me craved for a much needed short, simple, and a worthy trip… that’s how I just decided to go to Valparai in the month of August, 2016 with my friends. An interesting little hill station specked with tea plantations all over was the ideal getaway.
A tragic end to an illustrious Racing Career
One of India’s most prominent racers in the domestic arena, Ashwin Sundar had been in the professional car racing circuit for over a decade.A former national champion across different categories, Ashwin Sundar had first made his mark in the sport by winning the 2002 MRF National Go-Kart Championships (U-17 age group) as a 13-year old,
3 Friends from Bangalore conquer The Mongol Rally in a Tata Nano!
13 countries. 18200 kms. 17 unsuccessful sponsor meetings. 48 days on the road. 5 mountain ranges. 3 river crossings.. ONE
Tata Nano! An adventure of a lifetime!!!It all started as with a whatsapp message from Bhairav Kuttaiah a criminal lawyer
In conversation with Priyank Kharge
Priyank Kharge, the Honourable Minister for Tourism, Government of Karnataka,answers the questions of our editor Dr.Simha Shastry about the current scenario of Adventure & Wildlife Tourism and Policies in the state in a one on one interview.A&W: Sir, Adventure and Wildlife tourism sector is growing at a fast pace across the country and so inKarnataka as well. What are the offerings from the tourism ministry for the enthusiasts?Priyank Kharge: We as the department of tourism, we have broken up th
ATOAI elects the office-bearers & Executive Committee team for 2016-2018
New Delhi: 19/12/2016- ATOAI held its Annual General Meeting and Elections on 17th December at The Park Hotel, New Delhi.The office bearers & Executive Committee team of the Adventure Tour Operators Association of India (ATOAI)
ATOAI Tourism Certification Program Skilling Madhya Pradesh Initiative
New Delhi: 15/12/2016- ATOAI organised an 8 day Workshop on Skill Development in Adventure Tourism(Adventure, Water Sports and Nature related) from 7th to 14th December in Hanumantia, Indira Sagar Dam
AIRLANDER 10
The largest aircraft currently flying uses innovative technology to combine the best characteristics of fixed wing aircraft and helicopters with lighter-than-air technology to create a new breed of hyper-efficient aircraft.
Fuelling Your Marathon
Marathons or long distance running is designed to test the human capabilities when it comes to athletic performance and the challenges associated with these are probably as tough as the sport itself.
Madhya Pradesh Travel Mart 2016
The three day M.P. Travel Mart, 2016, was inaugurated by the Chief Minister, Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan, onOctober 15, 2016, at 9.00 a.m. Shri Chouhan distributed awards to winners under the M.P. State Tourism Awards Distribution programme.
Awesome Assam
Guwahati, 24th December 2016: Adding to the festivities of Christmas, Dr Himanta Biswa Sarma, The Honourable Minister of Tourism, Government of Assam, today unveiled key elements of the Government’s Roadmap towards transforming Assam
M P Travel Mart 2016 Awards
The Honourable Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan distributed awards in the mega
event Madhya Pradesh Travel Mart 2016 held in October 2016 . A total of 30 awards were given in 22 categories.
Adventure Tourism in Karnataka
Karnataka offers multiple adventure activities that are as diversified as its landscapes whether it’s on land, in the sky above, upon the hills or even under the sea. There are plenty of options for adventure in Karnataka. Hardcore Thrill seekers can satiate their appetite for adventure by indulging in skydiving and for the ones looking for a leisurely activity, there is cycling. From the Nilgiri mountains to spotting endangered animals in the famed national parks and from its vast coastline t
Amittrajit Ghose Wins The Coveted MRF 42nd K1000 RALLY 2016
Bengaluru, 18th December 2016: Amittrajit Ghosh and Ashwin Naik pulled out all the stops to win the coveted MRF 42nd K1000 Rally 2016 in Bengaluru with an overall time of 00.51.40.2. This is the second time that the Team Mahindra
Road Trip to Ladakh
Intro“The world is a book… and those who do not travel, read only a page’’– St. AugustineAll regular travellers, will agree to this wonderful statement, which was penned over 1500 years ago. I’m glad that we brothers, decided to finally execute our
Akbar Ebrahim Elected President FMSCI 2017-18
At the FMSCI Annual General Meeting of 2016,held in Chennai on 12th December 2016 ,Mr. Akbar Ebrahim was elected as the President of FMSCI and Mr.J.Prithiviraj elected as the Vice-President.The 43rd Annual General Meeting of the
We Jumped off a plane!!
Avoiding danger is no safer in the long run than outright exposure. Life is either adaring adventure, or nothing. – Helen KellerI’m so happy that my 12 year old daughter already understands these enlightening words, and has never shied away
Endangered Lion-tailed Macaque
The Lion-tailed Macaque has a mane of hair and a tail that makes it look like a lion. It is endangered as its forest habitat is being turned into farmland to sate the needs of ever expanding human civilization. The Lion-tailed Macaque lives in
6 tiger reserves worth Rs 1.5 lakh crore, says valuation study
India has 47 tiger reserves covering over 2% of the area and approximately 10% of the recorded forest area.In a first of its kind exercise, India has conducted economic valuation of six of its tiger reserves and placed their value at Rs 1,49,900 crore.
Tales from the Jungle
Bettada RaniIn Bandipura a huge female known as the Bettada Katte female lives in the hilly regions of Moolapura. Since this region is located close to the forest camps,she has been noticed by several forest
Pickleball in India: The game that gives life
“My reason for living is pickleball.”This is one of the first things Sunil Valavalkar tells me. Despite working full time as a director at GTL Ltd., India’s largest network services provider, he is also the founder of AIPA, the All India Pickleball Association.
Wildlife of Karnataka
The state of Karnataka in South India has a rich diversity of flora and fauna. It has a recorded forest area of 38720 km2 which constitutes 20.19% of the total geographical area of the state. These forests support 25% of the elephant population
PickleBall
Well the name may not ring a bell, but it sure is an intriguing name for a fairly new international sport to hit the Indian shores.Pickleball originated in the mid 1960’s on the Brainsbridge Island of the coast of Seattle. It was started as a simple
Treks,day hikes and bush-craft
The allure of the mountains is difficult to overcome, especially for those living on the coasts or the plains. Some prefer to unwind in the salubrious confines of a resort tucked far away on a mountain top amid a thick forest of fir and spruce,
Nation-wide Jumbo Census to begin next month
The 7th all-India synchronised elephant census that will begin next month is expected to throw light on the migration patterns of the pachyderms as wildlife biologists have identified at least half a dozen new places across the country where the
Bangalore Drag Fest 2016
A lovely morning at Taneja Aerospace Airstrip cloudy and sun was not harsh, made the event enjoyable. Team 45 organised event about 40 kms from the city had lots of enthusiasts and professionals from the racing fraternity
MACHLI – A tribute to the Queen mother of Tigers
Machali (Hindi for “fish”; code name: T-16; c. 1996 – 18 August 2016), also known as Machli or Machhli, was a Bengal tigress who lived in Ranthambore National Park in India. She played a key role in the regeneration of the tiger population in the park in the early 2000s, and was celebrated with titles such as Queen Mother of Tigers, Tigress Queen of Ranthambore, Lady of the Lakes, and Crocodile Killer. She was considered India’s most famous tigress, and on her death was considered the world’s o
Amidst the tea plantations,above the clouds
Passion Corner – Photography- Dananjai RaviPhotography sure did start out as a hobby for me. Over the years anyhow I only grew overly passionate and moved on to make it a profession. All said, I only like portraying what is real and that is something I shall stick to for the years to come.’ – Dananjai Ravi“Photographer (By passion and pride).” is what Dananjai Ravi describes himself as. and he adds “Photography, indeed has been a passion for quite some time now but the decision to make it a prof
Tiger!!Tiger!!!
Tiger (Panthera tigris),our National animal, is the largest of world’s big cats and this magnificent animal, with its distinctive orange and black striped and beautifully marked face. There are nine Subspecies of tigers that include the Bengal Tiger
Wings Around the World
At some stage in their lives, most people have fantasized about flying and many have dreamt about travelling the world alone. Few however have been bold enough to combine the two and believe they could fly solo around the earth. No one
Wildlife in Madhya Pradesh
No of National Parks 9 No of Tiger Reserve 6 No of Wildlife Sanctuaries 25 Forest Area 95,221 Sq. kms Protected Forest Area 10,862 Sq.kms Bandhavgarh was the first places in India where the majestic white tiger, Mohan was found. Madhya Pradesh is also known as the...
Tiger spotted above 12,000 ft
The tiger was seen in a picture shot from a camera fixed in Askot Wildlife Sanctuary in March this year. (Uttarakhand forest department)Forest officials have sighted a royal Bengal tiger at an unusually high altitude of above 12,000 feet in the Himalayas,
An Introduction to Tigers
The tiger (Panthera tigris) is the largest of the four big cats, and one that is very fascinating to people all over the world. Tigers are fierce predators with a calculated intelligence that makes them one of the leaders out there in their natural...
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MASAI MARA MAGIC
INTRO‘There’s more to see than can ever be seen, More to do than can ever be done… There’s far too much to take in here, More to find than can ever be found…’Lion King fans may recall these moving lyrics from the Elton John song ‘Circle of Life’. And I was humming the same track, while experiencing goose bumps on my first ever Mara trip. To absorb the myriad life forms that these vast grasslands exhibit, is an experience beyond words. The mesmerizing motion of thousands, sometimes lakhs of
Prime Minister Inaugurated 3rd Asia Ministerial Conference on Tiger Conservation
The three-day Asia Ministerial Conference on Tiger Conservation was inaugurated by the Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi on April 12, 2016. This is the third such conference on tiger conservation.The Environment Ministry held a meeting as a prelude to the 3rd Asia Ministerial Conference (3 AMC) on Tiger Conservation. The meeting was attended by the representatives of four Tiger Range countries (TRCs) – Bhutan, Indonesia, Malaysia and Russia, besides senior officers of the Ministry, including
Achievers Corner – Anita and Jagat Nanjappa
Known for their grit and determination,Jagat & Anita Nanjappa once completed a rally despite having a flat rear tyre with Anita having to sit on the petrol tank of the bike for a distance of 70 kilometres (43 mi) to reduce the weight on the flat tyre.Jagat and Anita Nanjappa are a well-known couple in the sport of motor racing in India. They belong to the Kodava community and are natives of Kodagu district of Karnataka. They have participated and won many motorbike and car rallies in India. Jaga
Black panther The phantom of the forest
What’s a Black Panther, Really? Many of us have mistaken that Black Panthers are a species of its own, it’s not a separate species, but rather any big cat with a gene that produces dark pigment.Melanistic leopards are commonly called Black
Goa International Sailing Week 31 MAR-3 APR, 2016
Vcloud Luxury and Marine Solutions come together to host the first Goa International Sailing Week to be held from March 31 to April 3, at Morjim, Goa.This edition of the annual regatta includes sailing through popular classes of boats like sailboards,
Photography
”Photography is a tempting hobby, once the passion craves in we go all out for it.”
It all started with a few common friends doing regular visits of the forests and parks in South India, the Bandipur National Park being the most visited park, a few trips with these amateur photographers and the passion kicks in.Foremost is to enjoy what we do. Just seeing the animals and their behaviour , the forests, trees , birds , water bodies in a pristine level is exciting enough, I spent almost 6 months en
FUELING RIGHT FOR AN ENDURANCE SPORT
Endurance sport is a cardiovascular exercise that is performed for an extended period of time (Rogers & Roberts 1997) which involves complex integration of multiple physiological functions. In an endurance sport/activity, the food that you provide to fuel your body directly determines your performance.This is true for any sport but especially significant in an endurance activity considering longer training duration and developing an energy system to meet the demand of the sport to sustain repeat
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Himalayan Healing
IntroA magical walk through mystic lands – lush green meadows, dotted with hundreds of sheep; gurgling brooks frozen midway, only to resurface few metres away, the melodious sound of which you’ll fondly recall; majestic mighty mountains with snow-capped peaks, towering pine and deodar forests dwarfing everything and everyone around; free flowing winds filling you up with pure oxygen that’s never experienced in choked cities; not to forget the beautiful rainbow shimmering over the horizon as the
WORLD 10K RUN – BENGALURU
The TCS World 10 k Run Bengaluru – An annual running event which brings out the world’s best athletes, hardcore running and fitness enthusiasts together to run through the beautiful city’s streets. Participants turned out in thousands to take
Tribute to Veenu Paliwal (1972–2016)
Veenu Paliwal (1972–2016) a well-recognized Indian motor biker from Jaipur, Rajasthan. Known as the “Lady of Harley” (Dunes Harley-Davidson) and “HOG Rani”.She once noted that her inspiration was her father since childhood,
The Trumpets of Corbett National Park
Nestled in the foothills of Himalayas, Jim Corbett National Park is one of the oldest national parks of India. It is situated in the Nainital district of Uttarakhand and is known for its diverse flora and fauna. The flora encompasses a wide spectrum of grasslands and trees. The fauna consists of well preserved tigers, due to which it is called a tigers paradise.However, Corbett is not only about Tigers! It is also home to a huge population of elephants, reptiles, leopards, boars, deer, etc. and
Adventure tourism and Sustainability
Some observations from the Indian perspectiveWe live in a resource crunch time, where demand is way-too high than the supply could actually meet. The biggest challenge is not the lack of solutions it is rather non-practice of a culture
India Bike Week
India Bike Week (IBW), touted as the country’s largest biking festival, kicked off on February 19 and 20 with a high note at Arpora village in north Goa with thousands of biking enthusiast from India and abroad participating in it. It’s been a
Take a ride
Good luck is a residue of preparation. Preparing for a motorcycle trip is, by far, an activity that is best described as “to each his own”. In my experience, motorcycle travellers prepare based on past learnings. If you faced heavy rains out of nowhere in your last trip, you are pretty much going to make sure you carry rain gear on your next. So plan well but don’t plan all. It sure helps to travel light. Here is a list of things to look out for, based on my experience and observations. I am su
MY PATH TO FIND CHI…
I stared across the length of the Zambezi River wearing my red helmet and a life jacket wrapped around my upper body. The nonchalant winds of an October morning brushed my face and the sun bright above my head.
Achievers Corner – Vol 1 – Issue 3
A young woman … Attacked by thugs.. Thrown off a running train… Amputated left leg… Bones of right leg held together by a rod… and a near impossible dream of climbing the highest mountain in the world…In a small district 200 kilometres outside of Lucknow called Ambedkarnagar. Arunima “Sonu” Sinha was born in 1988, Her father an engineer in the army and her mother a supervisor with the health department. Naturally athletic as a child, she loved cycling and playing football & was a national level
Achievers Corner
Billed as the most dangerous race in the world, about 61 people have died, either participating or watching as spectators, over the past 37 years!What makes Dakar so dangerous? The rally pits drivers not only against each another, but also against
Achievers Corner
Two young men,Deepak Kamath and G.H Basavaraj planning their journey of a lifetime for four years, and that too on a motorcycle. Back in 1994, it appeared to be impossible but their dream to travel around the globe came true and how. Read on.During their 119 day journey, this legendary duo covered a distance of around 42,038 km over six continents. This was when there was no access to mobile and satellite phones, GPS or any other space age technology.The expedition was called The Yezdi Castrol C
ADVENTURE & WILDLIFE MAGAZINE LAUNCH
Adventure & Wildlife, a bi-monthly magazine was launched on 6th April 2016 by the Hon’bleMinister of Medium and Heavy Industries and Tourism, Sri. R V Deshpande in the august presence of Akshay Kumar, President,
Tribute to Zafar Futehally
Zafar Futehally was born in Andheri in 1920. The family lived at Gulshun, a property bought from Homi Mody in 1918. This land was mortgaged by his father to establish N. Futehally & Co., one of the first Indian companies to deal in the export of cotton to and import of textiles from Japan. In 1924 the family moved to Kobe in Japan to run the company branch and returning to India only in 1927.He studied economics at St. Xavier’s College in Bombay. Graduating with a BA in economics and political s
India’s tiger population sees 30% increase
There are only 13 countries with tigers in the wild and six of them have seen an increase in their numbers. 2,226 as India’s tiger count it was fantastic as it was 30 per cent more than the last count. This is 70 per cent of the world
Diving Into the Blues
Planet Earth, is recognized as the “Blue Planet” for the obvious reason that more than 70% of its surface is covered in water. It not only covers a majority of the surface of the earth but also harbours majority of earth’s life forms. Though
THE JUNGLE BOOK & THE POWERFUL TIGERNOMICS OF SHER KHAN
Tigermania is not new. It’s been around for millennia. Hindu gods have ridden them for eons, and humans have been alternatively worshipping or terrorised by them throughout human history. The difference today is that in today’s islands of wilderness, the remnants of India’s great forests, many have learn to live with them nearby, even tolerate them, effectively exploiting them for monetary gain.A lot has changed since Rudyard Kipling penned his famous set of stories entitled the Jungle Book in t
Yana- Nature’s wonder, Trekkers’ paradise
Sokkidre Yana,Kasidre Gokarna …..As the above local proverb says, if you are adventurer you must visit yana once. Yana is a village located in forests of the Uttara Kannada district of Karnataka, India which is known for the unusual rock formations (Karst) or (Asteroid). It is located in the Sahyadri mountain range of the Western Ghats,The two unique rock outcrops near the village are a tourist attraction and easily approachable by a small trek through 0.5 kilometres (0.31 mi) of thick forests f
Bangalore Walks
This is where we do the things that need doing. Out of love. It’s our little way of saying Thank You to the city we love.And to all you wonderful people who support us and our Beloved Bangalore by joining our walks and tours
TOURISM, THE ROPE THAT BINDS
India is a multi-destination country with a variety of tourist attractions and facilities. It is the second largest net foreign exchange earner by way of invisible experts. Tourism creates more job than any other sector for every rupees invested.
12th ATOAI Annual Convention
The picturesque Hanuwanthiya Island, located in the reservoir of Indira Sagar Dam , a 4 hours journey by road was the venue for the 12th ATOAI Convention from 12th to 14th February 2016. On reaching the efficient team of ATOAI transported us to
Can We Stop The Ecological Demise?
For quite some time now, the topic of environment is being widely debated and discussed. Obviously because the neglect of past decades and unimagined outcomes of the industrial processes of the last century are not only becoming manifest but are
Conservation-Sparrow Man Opens His Home and Heart To Birds Struggling To Survive
Edwin JosephWhile most of Bengaluru wakes up to the blaring of vehicle horns and screams from push-cart vendors, Edwin Joseph starts his day on a different note. The 64-year-old rises every morning to the cheery chirps of more than 200 sparrows
Coorg Valley
Edited from TOFTigers Good Wildlife Travel Guide 2016Driving through the verdant forests of any of the four sanctuaries of Coorg on a misty morning with the calls of the resident wildlife and bird-life in full song, is an experience unlike any other. The
Game Changers recognised at 2016 ATOAI Convention
The 2016 award winners of the Adventure Tour Operators Association of India (ATOAI) Convention, which was held from 12 – 14 February in Hanumantiya in Madhya Pradesh, are as follows-Best Adventure Travel Website – Adventure Nation, Gurgaon
The Balloons Are Coming!
Pollachi is where’s it all happened this January. We were in for a unique visual treat thanks to the Hot Air Balloon festival. A balloon festival of this nature is a new concept to most of us Indians. Elsewhere in the world countries like Mexico, USA, Belgium,
Sharmilee – The Queen Of Bijrani Zone, Corbett National park
“The book of nature has no beginning, as it has no end. Open this book where you will, and at any period of your life, and if you have the desire to acquire knowledge you will find it of intense interest, and no matter how long or how intently you study
Aghanashini River Bank
ASYMPHONY & SPECTRUM FOR BIRDING -December 2015 ‘Self possessions are always undermined and other’s possessions seem better’, this proverb best suits my thoughts when it comes to the flora and fauna in my own native place, Uttara kannada
From Bust to Boom
Julian Matthews, TOFTigers, says good things are happening in the magical wild kingdom of Ranthambhore.Decade ago in 2005, the Rajasthan state government declared an emergency; a red alert on the state of tigers within its borders.
storyform check
The morning sun was beating down hard as we made our way back to the Kisli parkgate, but it had been a few hours well spent. The four of us had had a quietbut delightful drive through the meadows and malevolent sal forests of theSurhi range of Kanha, where statuesque barasingha abounded and the salheartwood borer beetle Hoplocerambyx spinicornis, was doing its best to kill wholegroves of trees. The trip had been a revelation. Seldom can I remember a drive withsuch a sense of ‘wildness’ seemingly
Themorning sun was beating down hard as we made our way back to the Kisli parkgate, but it had been a few hours well spent. The four of us had had a quietbut delightful drive through the meadows and malevolent sal forests of theSurhi range of Kanha, where statuesque barasingha abounded and the salheartwood borer beetle Hoplocerambyx spinicornis, was doing its best to kill wholegroves of trees. The trip had been a revelation. Seldom can I remember a drive withsuch a sense of ‘wildness’ seemingly
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Nature’s gift to mankind is amazing! with innumerable resources, among the natural resources plant kingdom is unique. Flowering plants within the plant kingdom attracts all living beings for various mutual benefits. There are
