5 Reasons Why Wildlife Tourism Is Increasing In India
India’s multitude of biosphere reserves, national parks and conservations reserves makes the country the most beautiful places on this planet and is home to bewildering variety of animals. As per the recent statistics, the wildlife tourism in India is increasing at a pretty good pace. From conservation initiative to vibrant flora and fauna, there are multiple reasons for tremendous increase in tourist footfall. Through this article, we will enlighten you about several factors behind the mounting rate of wildlife tour, mentioned below are the top five reasons. Have a look.
Innovative Initiatives
Activation of the wildlife conversation programmes is one of the reason that justifies the budding wildlife tourism in India. In the 20th century, tiger population was around 1, 00, 000 which dropped to 1411 in the year 2008. But now the country is celebrating huge success story as year by year tiger population is increasing. Project Tiger, Project Elephant and Crocodile Conservation Project are the dedicated organizations in India that are walking an extra mile to save the animal population in India.
Authorities of three National Parks — Nagarahole, Kanha and Ranthambore collect funds every year for the conversation purpose. The study also showed that tourists are willing to re-visit and ready to pay extra as the entry fees. The funds thus collected are then utilized for the welfare of the wildlife dwelling in different parks and sanctuaries. In addition to the financial help, wildlife tourism also promotes awareness about fauna and flora species.
India is the home of Tigers
Tiger population is one thing India can take pride in, as the country is the home to the largest number of tiger population that can see anywhere else in the world. The most elusive animal to sight in India is Tiger and its best spotted in the jungles of Uttarakhand, Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh and West Bengal.
Amidst the marshes, mangroves and dense forest of India rests the wild cat. As per the facts stated by WWF, India is the home of the largest tiger population in the world. Nothing can capture the imagination of tourist more than a tiger safari. Itinerary of every tourist is incomplete without a visit to iconic jungles of India. People from all over the world come to India just to see the carefree and wild side of the wild cat and to enjoy wildlife safari.
Vibrant Flora and Fauna
Asiatic lions, Bengal Tigers, One-horned, red panda, Nilgiri marten, Lion-Tailed Macaque, Nilgiri Tahr and Indian Fruit Bat are some of the rarest species that can be seen only in India. National parks and wildlife sanctuaries of India offers a unique and natural habitat to some of the most bizarre animals. These rare species form major tourist attraction during wildlife expedition
The credit for the astounding beauty of National Park shouldn’t be only given to animals but also to the flora. Sunderbans National Park and the Valley of Flowers National Park in India are a part of UNESCO world heritage sites and are a delight for botany lovers as well. In fact, Sunderbans National Park is recognized as one of the largest Mangrove forests. India is globally is known for showcasing plethora of natural beauty. If nature is your passion, you will be thrilled to see a vivid range of flora in all our wildlife sanctuaries and natural parks. Be it tropical forests like mixed deciduous, Southern tropical dry deciduous or even evergreen forests, the dense foliage will excite any nature lover. Also, plants like rosewood and teak can be found in abundance.
Enchanting Jungles
Jungles in India are exceptionally beautiful. There are landscapes, greenery, forests, trees, everything that a nature lover can ask for in their favourite destination. Some of the jungles in India like Ranthambore and Bandhavgarh were once the hunting ground of the yesteryear emperors. Some of these parks are so beautiful that they have captured the mindset of many writers. Jungles of the central India served as a backdrop for the Rudyard Kipling’s phenomenally successful novel Jungle Book. Inside the forest, you can see many forts that speak about the past of India. Central India, Madhya Pradesh is mainly known for the most enchanting and beautiful jungles in India.
Infrastructure development
With the outcome of many hotels, guest houses and eco-tourism villages, jungles of India are becoming the favourite haunt for the tourism. Nowadays, people go to national parks and wildlife sanctuaries not only to look for animals but also to seek relaxation, far away from the hustle-bustle of the city. A lot of foreign celebrities are also known to visit there, which has fuelled the interest among local travellers.
What is the thing that attracts a tourist to a country? Is it the land or region? It is the unique infrastructure. National parks and wildlife in India are completely safe to go on a safari like jeep safari in Corbett National Park and are well maintained by the Indian tourism. All places are easily reachable and have proper railways, roadway and airways connectivity.
From tourists to students to corporate, nowadays everyone is attention is shifting to wildlife for a relaxing holiday. It’s a right fact that Wildlife tourism is gaining momentum in India. With points mentioned above we have proved the statement. As a tourist and citizens of India, we should promote wildlife tourism as much as possible. If you ever interact with travellers, tell them about how beautiful your country is. Participate in conservation drives and promote wildlife tourism as much as possible. Also you can have a look at some facts that you can tell people about wildlife tourism.
· Sonepur in Bihar hosts world’s largest animal fairs in the world.
· The world’s largest mangrove forest is in Sunderban (West Bengal)
· There are more than 500 wildlife sanctuaries and 13 reserves in India.
