TOFTigers News & Traveller Blog

Read about TOFTigers news, events and the blogs, destinations and issues that affect your budget, your travels, your conscience and your wanderlust.

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Dec 23

The Winners and Runners Up for TOFTigers Wildlife Tourism Awards 2023

December 5, 2023:  TOFTigers, in collaboration with the esteemed Sanctuary Nature Foundation, organized the 6th TOFTigers Wildlife Tourism Awards at Bikaner House, New Delhi. The awards ceremony, theme "Recognizing and Rewarding the Good Work," served as a platform to honour outstanding contributions to sustainable and responsible tourism in the Indian subcontinent. The event brought together state tourism officials, businesses, service providers, photographers, community enterprises, wildlife enthusiasts that have demonstrated a profound commitment to conservation through exceptional wildlife tourism initiatives.
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Nov 23

TOFTigers signs MOU with Green Destinations for Destination Management.

We are thrilled to announce a significant development in our ongoing commitment to conservation and the promotion of responsible tourism. TOFTigers has recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Green Destinations, a global leader in sustainable destination management.
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Glimpse from the last TOFTigers Wildlife Tourism Awards

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Nov 23

The Stage is Set for TOFTigers Wildlife Tourism Awards 2023

TOFTigers is excited to unveil the rescheduled dates for the 6th TOFTigers Wildlife Tourism Awards 2023 to December 5, 2023, at the distinguished Bikaner House in New Delhi. As a prelude to the awards, we are also hosting TOFTigers Sustainable Tourism B2B Travel Trade Show. This year’s theme is “Recognising Responsible Wildlife Tourism”. The awards serve to recognize and reward the top performers in the nature tourism industry, including individuals, businesses, service providers, and community enterprises, who have demonstrated a deep commitment to sustainable practices and responsible tourism in the Indian subcontinent.
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Oct 23

Empowering Guides, Preserving Nature: Celebrating the Success of our 12-day Training Program in Sariska!

TOFTigers, in collaboration with Utsav Camp, Sariska, SAMPAT Foundation, and HATS, proudly announces the successful completion of a 12-day Guide Training Program on September 29, 2023.
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Sep 23

Important Announcement

We've faced unexpected challenges and sponsor commitments, leading us to reschedule the awards ceremony and B2B Travel Trade Show to December. Your support is vital as we strive to secure funding for this extraordinary event. Stay tuned for further details and mark your calendars to celebrate excellence in wildlife tourism this December!
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Sep 23

TOFTigers Wildlife Tourism Awards 2023: Celebrating Excellence in Sustainable Wildlife Tourism

The TOFTigers Wildlife Tourism Awards is an exciting initiative that recognizes and applauds excellence in wildlife tourism –aligned with unwavering commitment to foster responsible and sustainable travel. These awards spotlight individuals and organizations that have exemplified a profound dedication to the preservation of wildlife and their habitats, while simultaneously offering discerning and ethical experiences for travelers.
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Aug 23

How important is G20 Presidency for Indian Tourism

Cauvery Wildlife Sanctuary, located in the Chamarajanagar district, Karnataka, will very soon welcome visitors with jungle safaris. The safari routes will be in Gopinatham, inside Cauvery WS, the birthplace of the infamous slain bandit Veerappan.
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TOFTigers Wildlife Travel Awards

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Jul 23

6th TOFTigers Wildlife Tourism Awards 2023

We are thrilled to announce the 6th TOFTigers Wildlife Tourism Awards 2023, in association with Sanctuary Nature Foundation. Join us as we celebrate the outstanding contributions of individuals, businesses, and communities in the field of nature tourism.
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Jun 23

Workshop on Sustainable Tourism and Best Practices in the Hospitality Industry hosted by TOFTigers & Chhattisgarh Tourism

TOFTigers has partnered with the ADAVI ALERT FOUNDATION for their upcoming event: 'EYE FOR WILD':2 day PAN INDIA event in Bangalore along with photography contest & exhibition. This contest aims to bring a sense of awareness about extremely serious issues that affect wildlife and conservation.
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May 23

TOFTigers has an Ambassador !!!!!

TOFTigers is delighted to introduce Jai Sharma as TOFTigers’ Youth Ambassador. He is 12 years old and has an insatiable curiosity towards animals and their habitats. He is passionate about conservation and advocacy and has raised awareness about environmental issues.
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Want to stop poaching?  Walk with the Pardhi in India
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November 27, 2019

Want to stop poaching? Walk with the Pardhi in India

Want to stop poaching?  Then walk with ex poachers instead.  “The Pardhi community of central India have historically been outlaws,...

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From Extinction to Attraction – how nature travellers are helping to save India’s wildlife
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October 23, 2019

From Extinction to Attraction – how nature travellers are helping to save India’s wildlife

From Extinction to Attraction Nature Tourism's role in the rise in India's Tiger population From Outlook Traveller cover article by...

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5 things we learn from the 2018 Tiger Census in India
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August 21, 2019

5 things we learn from the 2018 Tiger Census in India

Great news  - Many of its best tiger (and most well visited) reserves are increasingly being well managed. Estimated at...

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TIGERS CENSUS NUMBERS UP : TIGERS NOW WORTH FAR MORE ALIVE THAN DEAD
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July 28, 2019

TIGERS CENSUS NUMBERS UP : TIGERS NOW WORTH FAR MORE ALIVE THAN DEAD

ALL INDIA TIGERS CENSUS NUMBER UP : TIGERS NOW WORTH FAR MORE ALIVE THAN DEAD With Today's publication of the All...

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TOFTigers approach to Elephant-backed safaris
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July 1, 2019

TOFTigers approach to Elephant-backed safaris

TOFTigers publishes its approach to the issue of Elephant-backed safaris in nature tourism First published in 09 March 2017 -...

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Tiger expert Valmik Thapar ‘Future of Indian Wildlife depends on Wildlife tourism.’
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June 13, 2019

Tiger expert Valmik Thapar ‘Future of Indian Wildlife depends on Wildlife tourism.’

Valmik Thapar speaking at the TOFTigers Wildlife Tourism Awards in 2018, highlights the value of tourism, and a format in...

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May 30, 2019

Imagine Travel host an evening with tiger expert, Dr Raghu Chundawhat in aid of TOFTigers

Imagine Travel hosts a evening in aid of TOFTigers with tiger expert Dr Raghu Chundawhat.

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Tourism’s Huge Potential For Conservation
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May 19, 2019

Tourism’s Huge Potential For Conservation

Tourism’s Potential For Conservation When well-managed, tourism, unlike most industries, can create a thriving economy that is not dependent on...

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It’s the economy stupid?
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May 17, 2019

It’s the economy stupid?

(Article first published in Sanctuary Asia April 2019. Download here) Can India afford not to save its tigers? Julian Matthews...

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May 2, 2019

Netflix’s new David Attenborough series Our Planet shows us what tourism’s future might be

Netflix’s new David Attenborough series Our Planet shows us what tourism’s future might be Read More

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