Tiger trial

Periyar Tiger Trail
The Forest department of Kerala initiated a unique project in Periyar. Former Poachers are given the chance to secure their families an honest income, by guiding travellers as well-informed leaders through the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary. A combination with three beneficiaries: The first is of course the nature. The various flora and fauna does not only lose their direct threat by the illegal trade with protected animals and plants, it is now actively protected and retained by the former intruders. Furthermore the guides. People who, out of misery, tried to live from the exploitation of nature, are now able to use their knowledge in a respected occupation to protect nature.And last but not least, the guests. Finally it is you who profits from the deep knowledge of the guides and the intact natural beauty.For those who want to immerse into the exciting nature in Periyar the three-day-long hiking trip is recommended. A first “taste of the wild” is possible with only one overnight as well. The hiking starts at 8 o'clock in any case. Your first day begins with a trek to the insides of the Sanctuary. On the paths of the poachers or following animal´s tracks you are winding your way into the wilderness. Native birds as well as wild pigs, giant squirrels, Indian goats, perhaps even a herd of elephant cross your sight. In the afternoon you reach your first camp. Near a water place the tents are pitched and you can recollect the impressions of the first stage during a freshly prepared, vegetarian lunch. Afterwards you can once again go deerstalking to see sambar deer and other animals on the grasslands. When you have seen enough, you will come back to the tents, where dinner is already waiting for you. If you only wanted to catch a first glimpse your way back to civilisation will start today after breakfast. Through the misty hills and accompanied by innumerable bird voices you slowly re-emerge from the adventure. Around 11 o'clock you reach the starting point. For all those who want to immerge a bit further, the day begins with hot tea/coffee served in the sleeping bag and an investigation walk before the breakfast. In the dawn the chances to discover also shy animals are high. Your guides know, where they have to search for them. After breakfast your trek continues through the woods towards the next campsite. Enjoy the view over the lake and your lunch, before you are going again for deerstalking. After proving what you’ve learned from your guides so far, you can watch them preparing the dinner or simply enjoy the starlit sky. Let the nocturnal sounds of the jungle lull you to sleep, and freshly start your way back the next morning. You can slowly leave the exotic meetings and discoveries behind and around 11 o'clock you are back to civilization again. This elaborate program for the long-term protection of the 777 km² large protected area, limits the number of participants of the Periyar Tiger Trail to 20 persons per week and a maximum of 5 persons at the same time. Thus it is prevented that the positive effect of the project is nullified. Apart from the protection of nature, high attention is also paid to the safety of the guests. The guides are equipped for emergencies and provided with modern communication facilities. A guard provides security in the night and nothing protects more effectively than the experience of the former poachers in handling wild animals. If you are interested in a unique nature experience, the Periyar Tiger Trail is just perfect for you. You should however be physically fit for a five hours walk without luggage.
For those who prefer the amenities of a hotel to the starlit sky, there is the possibility to undertake half-day trips into the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary aswell.
Deer-stalking with poachers. Sambar Deer, elephants, tigers. Three days in Periyar. You care for the alternative