Note :

Animals sightings are a matter of chance, be Patient

Please do not litter the surroundings

Treat the Tiger Reserve Area/wilderness area with respect.

Give way to animals first

Appreciate the colour and sounds of nature.

Dress in colours that blend with the natural environment.

Take pictures, but without disturbing wildlife.

Respect local customs.

Keep a reasonable distance from wild animals, and do not provoke them.

Dispose waste responsibly: carry back all non-biodegradable litter, and leave campsites litter-free before departing.

When in a vehicle, remember wild animals have right of way.

Keep to the speed limit, don’t use the horn, and do not startle animals.

Do not talk loudly or play loud music.

Do not get out of the vehicle or approach wild animals.

Do not approach animals closer than 15 m or disturb them while they are resting

Do not take away flora and fauna in the form of cuttings, seeds or roots.

Do not feed wild animals

Do not stop the vehicle not more than 5 minutes in the reserve

Do not light fires, or smoke inside protected areas. Accidental forest fires cause irreparable damage

Carrying of guns, fire arms, inflammable materials are strictly prohibited, as per the provisions of the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972, and is punishable by law.

Obey the instructions of staff and guides.

Rules:

Minimum 4 persons required to conduct the program in a group. If the group is less than 4 persons the balance amount should be paid at the ticket counter at Boat Landing, Periyar Tiger Reserve, Thekkady

Kindly report 15 minutes prior to the commencement of the program.

Children below 8 years are NOT allowed for this program

Park Entry & bus charges will be extra

Starting location - Boat landing