It is expected that the tourists visiting VTR will observe decorum and respect the tranquility and sereneness of nature.

PARK RULE

Desirable:

  • Wild animal sightings are matter of chance, be patient and enjoy the wilderness of forests.
  •  Total silence and discipline enhances the chance of animal sighting.
  •  If anyone sights any wildlife don’t shout just indicate others by hand.
  • Dress in colours that blend with the natural environment.  Khakis, brown and green outfits are the best suited for forests. Don’t wear colourful clothes
  •  Appreciate the colour and sounds of nature. Don’t use strong perfume.
  •  Trekkers are advised to use jungle boots to ensure safety.
  •  Carry drinking water.
  •  Give way to Animals first. When in a vehicle, remember wild animals have right of way.
  •  Carry a first aid kit with common medicines.
  •  Respect animal and their habitat.
  • 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.
  • Keep to the speed limit, don’t use the horn, and do not startle animals.
  •  Strictly follow the gate timing
  • Obey the instructions of staff and guides.

Strictly Prohibited and don’ts:

 

  • Do not talk loudly or play loud music.
  • Don’t litter the surroundings.
  • Beyond gate timing strictly not allowed.
  • As per State Government Policy, Consuming alcohol or visiting VTR under the influence of alcohol is strictly prohibited.
  •  Don’t disturb or tease animals.
  • 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.  Smoking and carrying inflammable materials is prohibited to avoid forest fire.
  •  Playing music and musical instrument is prohibited during trekking and safari visit.
  • Carrying guns, fire arms, inflammable materials are strictly prohibited, as per the provisions of the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972, and is punishable by law.
  •  Carrying & consuming eatables while in forests is prohibited.

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