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ECOTOURISM
Ecotourism is:
"Responsible travel to natural areas that conserves the environment and improves the
well-being of local people." (TIES, 1990)
Ecotourism is about uniting conservation, communities, and sustainable travel. This means that those who implement and
participate in ecotourism activities should follow the following ecotourism principles:
minimize impact
build environmental and cultural awareness and respect
provide positive experiences for both visitors and hosts
provide direct financial benefits for conservation
provide financial benefits and empowerment for local people
raise sensitivity to host countries' political, environmental, and social climate
Sustainable tourism is: "Tourism that meets the needs of present tourists and host regions while protecting and enhancing
opportunities for the future."*
"Sustainable tourism development requires the informed participation of all relevant stakeholders, as well as strong political
leadership to ensure wide participation and consensus building. Achieving sustainable tourism ... requires constant monitoring
of impacts, introducing the necessary preventive and/or corrective measures whenever necessary. Sustainable tourism should
... ensure a meaningful experience to the tourists, raising their awareness about sustainability issues and promoting sustainable
tourism practices amongst them." (World Tourism Organization, 2004)
Sustainable development implies "meeting the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to
meet their own needs" (World Commission on Environment and Development, 1987)
Responsible tourism:
MAJULI
Majuli is the largest fresh Water mid-river deltaic island in the world. It is situated in the upper reaches of the river
Brahmaputra in Assam within the latitude of 26045’ N – 27012’ N & longitude of 93039’ E – 94035’ E with mean height of 84.5
Mt. above MSL. This landmass, with a population of 1.6 Lakhs, majority being tribals, has a very rich heritage and has been the
abode of Assamese Vashnavite culture with tremendous option for spiritual and Eco-tourism. The island is a bio-diversity
hotspot and has rich ecology with rare breeds of flora and fauna.
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Majuli at a Glance
The largest Mid-river Deltaic island in the World with a population 0.16 Million
It is the Abode of Assamese Vaishnavite Culture religion preserve in the Vaishnavite Monasteries called Sattras, a
National Classical Dance form of India the Sattriya Dance evolve in the Sattras of Majuli.
A visible living tradition of men and nature relationship evolved over centuries by a protracted process of assimilation
of diverse ethnicities.
Located in South Asia.
Situated in India's North Eastern State of Assam.
It is a Sub-division of District Jorhat of Upper Assam.
This island is in the middle of the Brahmaputra, India's most tempestuous river, which is 2880 Km. long from its source
to destination and bay of Bengal.
It is located 1100 Km from the mouth of the river Brahmaputra in Tibet.
Its land mass extends for a length of about 80 KM along east-west direction.
It lies between latitudes 26045' N and 27010' N and longitudes 93040' E and 94035' E and covers an area of about 880
sq. Km.
The average height of this island above mean sea level varies from 85 to 95 meters.
Majuli Island experiences annual Flood and Land Erosion.
A bio-diversity hotspot with a very unique assemblage.
The Island has a tremendous potential for Spiritual, Cultural and Eco-tourism.
The Cultural and National uniqueness of Majuli’s Heritage is presently undergoing scrutiny and consideration for
declaring it as World Heritage site as Cultural landscape by UNESCO.
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Courtesy- www.majuli.org
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RANGAGORA
DIBRU-SAIKHOWA NATIONAL PARK, TINSUKIA, ASSAM, INDIA
(a) We have tied up with a number of local people/NGO of the tourist spots as competent guides on our own initiative. They
shall be with the tourists all along to explain the local history, culture, resources and characteristic features of the spots.
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(b) We have ensured that excessive expenditures do not mar the pleasure and fun of the tourists. The local people at the
tourist spots shall render service heartily with responsibility. The expenditures to be borne by the tourists for
professional service of these local people shall be minimum.
(c) Willing tourists shall get all the necessary information in advance from our office through website, e-mail,
correspondence and over phone.
(b) Be familiar with and have a sense of respect towards the geography, history, tradition and culture of the spots you visit.
(c) Never buy from the spots that you visit rare animals, birds etc and objects or artifacts made of limbs of such animals.
This precious act of yours shall be of great help towards preservation of endangered species.
(d) Please do not move anywhere under any
circumstance without our guide.
(g) Decide a convenient day for your tour and please make
necessary bookings in advance.
DIBRU-SAIKHOWA
The Govt. has recognized, Dibru-Saikhowa is a reserve
forest, a Sanctuary, an Important Birds Area (IBA) a National
Park and a Bio-sphere Reserve. However, its importance is
not confined to that. In fact, Dibru-Saikhowa is endowed with
such characteristic features and potential that it is likely to be
one of the most important tourist spots in the world one day.
It is a National Park on a river island which is the most
famous wet land in India. It is the only National Park in India
where eight rivers flowing from various directions have met.
On the other hand many naturalists claim that Dibru-
Saikhowa is the largest river island National Park (340
Sq.mtr.) in the world. Many channels from these rivers again
intersect one another in the heart of the dense forest of Dibru-Saikhowa, adding to the natural beauty of this National Park. The
Kalomi Nullah is the main attraction among these channels. The starting point of the Borluit or the Brahmmaputra proper at the
lower part of this National Park which is the confluence of the Dibang, the Siang and the Luit rivers, is the most attractive place
for the tourists. Besides its flora and fauna, especially Salix tree, Orchids, River Dolphins, Wild Horses, Marsh Babbler, Falcated
Teal, Jerdon’s Babbler, Black-Breasted Parrot Bill, White Winged Wood Duck, Bengal Florican, Giant Chenga Fish etc. In fact,
Dibru-Saikhowa is a bird watcher’s paradise. About 500 species of various migratory and local birds have been sighted here till
now as per record. It needs to be mentioned that Dibru-Saikhowa is the only National Park in India which houses wild horses.
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Another attraction of Dibru-Saikhowa National Park is two forest villages inside the National Park, viz. Laika and Dodhia – of the
Mishing Tribe. The ethnic diversity, lifestyle and cultural tradition of other ethnic tribes such as the Mottocks, the Morans, the
Sonowal Kocharis and the Nepalis are also quite attractive for interested tourists. Dibru-Saikhowa has immense potential as a
flood tour spot since most of the areas of this National Park remain under flood water during the rainy season. The number of
picnickers that come to Dibru-Saikhowa during winter is the highest in Assam. This National Park is situated at a distance of 8
kilometers from Tinsukia – the hub of trade and commercial activities in Upper Assam. The nearest airports are Mohanbari
(Dibrugarh) and Nadua (Chabua) – 30 kilometers and 20 kilometers respectively from Tinsukia.
This package is arranged during the period October to March every year. This is the best time for the bird watchers in Dibru-
Saikhowa. This is also the best season for trekking since the rivers, channels dry-up during this period. This package is for
those who intend to savour the local culinary delicacies in the midst of scenic beauty of wilderness without causing any damage
to nature; for those who want to have a view of the flora and fauna of the National Park and those who want to be familiar with
the tradition, culture and history of the local people. Such tourists are served breakfast in the early morning and are taken on a
guided tour to Maguri-Motapung Beel (IBA) for watching the migratory as well as local birds. After the lunch at the Eco-Camp,
the tourists are taken for trekking inside the National Park. On return journey they are shown river dolphins at the Dolphin Point.
They are then taken for a river cruise on country boats along the river Lohit to have a glimpse of the spectacular sunset of
Dibru-Saikhowa which is followed by camp fire at the Eco Camp.
Each and every tour of Dibru-Saikhowa National Park during the period from April to September is adventurous. Most parts of Dibru-Saikhowa
remains inundated with flood water during this period and rowing through the innumerable channels and nullahs during this period is an
invitation to adventurous pleasure. Watching various birds and orchids rowing through the lines of Salix trees, taking food on changs
(temporary raised bamboo platforms), enjoying the wild natural beauty
from the Kalomi Camp are other attractions of this package.
1. Educational Tour
2. Group Picnic
3. Adventure Tour – (a) Tracking, (b) Rafting, (c) Swimming, (d) Wild-life
watching, (e) River Cruise, (f) Flood Tour
4. Ethnic-Pilgrimages – Historical Places Tour
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Expenditure:
For Native Tourists, the expenditure of these tours is Rs. 475/- per person, which includes food, entry fee into the National Park and Ferrying
across rivers. For foreign tourists be rate charge same except an entry fee which is extra.
For camera, however, extra fees have to be paid EXTRA
Cottage Charges
For one night stay including dinner & breakfast Rs. 3,200/- for group of 1-5 persons
For nature activists and students, there is provision for concession @ 20% to 50%.
Cottage charges: For one night stay including dinner & breakfast : Rs.3,200/- for a group of one to five persons and Rs.4,200/-
for group of six to ten persons. (PRICES ARE SUBJECTED TO CHANGE)
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N.C.Hills ............
Some call it a Magic land......
Some call it a Green Paradise......
& some, the God's Picture Book..
Each place of the district has something celestial & amazing to offer......
Journey through this land means to stir up your mind & kindle your imagination.........
Let's discover this wonderland ....
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UMRANGSO:112 km from Haflong & 224 kms from Guwahati .The huge Hydel plant has come up under North East
electric Power Corporation(NEEPCO) with dams in the Kopili river.
Near Umrangso, there is a Hot spring( GARAMPANI),the water of which is believed to have medicinal value.
Where to stay : NEEPCO Guest House, P.W.D. Guest House,D.C.'s I.B., & other Guest Houses of Cement factories.
the birds in flight as well as those perching on the trees and bushes near the light sources. However,
contrary to the popular belief, birds do not commit suicide. Under circumstances not yet fully explained,
these birds get caught in the fog and wind, get
disoriented and seek solace of the light sources
put out by the villagers. They hit against trees
or other objects and get injured in their flight
towards the light source. The villagers hit the
hovering birds with bamboo poles or catapults
to bring them down
The unusual behaviour of the birds seems to occur due to the peculiar weather conditions at Jatinga. There
also appears to be a correlation between the breeding period of the birds and the Jatinga phenomenon.
Studies also reveal that the flight of water birds to Jatinga may be attributed to heavy rains and floods and
submergence of their natural habitat in the surrounding areas. It has been observed that there was a high
congregation of birds at Jatinga during 1988 which happened to be a year of high floods. Renowned
ornithologists Dr. Salim Ali, Dr. S.Sengupta, A. Rauf etc have carried out researches on this subject.
However, no single hypothesis comprehensively explains the Jatinga mystery till date. The problem
deserves deeper scientific study from various angles.
North Cachar Hills. . . . . . a heaven to the senses where one touches the sweetest dream with one’s fingers,
mountains float in the distant sky and the clouds descend to lie
below one’s feet. . . . .
Whether you
travels by road or take the quaint train over the century-old
track, the scenes that unfold in an unending procession
seem like picture-postcards, crafted by gifted hands that
understand something of the pristine beauty of nature. The
towns and villages that come into view through the rolling
mist and the clouds that float around blend so beautifully
with the emerald-green landscape that the visitor begins to
wonder how this paradise survived so long against the
march of progress.
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Tel-(Kaziranga) : 91-3776-262420
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