| 1. |
Use designated
routes, campsites and resting places to reduce trampling
and other negative environmental impacts. |
| 2. |
Respect local culture and traditions,
use home stays, locally owned hotels/lodges or campsites
as much as possible to support the local livelihood. |
| 3. |
Avoid/minimize using firewood.
Use common space for heating. Opt for alternatives
to minimize deforestation. |
| 4. |
Maintain cleanliness and hygiene.
Use the litter box locally available. Carry back
your own garbage while traveling through ecologically
sensitive areas. |
| 5. |
Encourage to place mobile toilets
at a considerable distance (at least 50 m.) from
sources of water, riverbanks and springs while camping
along the riversides. |
| 6. |
Use the services of local guides
and porters as much as possible to explore more
about local environment and culture. |
| 7. |
Money spent here will contribute
directly to the local livelihood, women's empowerment
and environmental conservation. |
Before you begin your journey we request
you to abide by the above guidelines in order to safeguard
the nature and culture of the area and be a responsible
tourist.
Take only Photographs!
Leave only foot prints!!
Concept: Tourism for Rural Poverty
Alleviation Programme (UNDP/TRPAP)
Promoted by: Sustainable Tourism
Development Unit (NTB/STDU)
