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Sunday, April 10, 2011

Dhanpari Eco Campsite-Champaner


        Dhanpari is a well-stocked forest ecotourism site situated inside the Jambughoda Wildlife Sanctuary, inside the Panchmahal District of Central Gujarat. The campsite is surrounded by this magnificient forest which is home to a variety of flora an fauna. The plant species inlude teak, bamboo & other plant species. He leopard is the top predator here and other animal species include the sloth bears, blue bulls, jackals, wild boars, four horned antelopes and a variety of reptiles.
        The area has two water reservoirs, one at Kada and the other at Targol. The campsite is near the Kada Dam and its a beautiful site to visit with a picturesque location and it also has a forest rest house. Other sightseeing options are the Jund Hanuman Temple which is 10 kms away from the campsite and also the Targol reservoir.

Facilities:

    Orientation Centre
    3 Deluxe Cottages & 10 Normal Cottages with attached bath & toilet facilities
    Tented Accomodations with separate bathing & toilet facilites
    Separate Kitchen & Dining places
    Veg and Non-Veg available with the help of ETC (Eco Tourism Committee)
    The campsite has a beautiful Walking Nature Trail
    Separate area for Campfire
    Machaans for landscape & wildlife viewing
    Fully developed campsite managed by ETC

Tips:
Being a responsible nature lover is our way of showing reverence to Mother Earth, a few tips for you to remember -

    Make sure to visit the orientation centre first before you start exploring the campsite as that would give a good picture of what you are about to experience during your stay.
    Most of these Eco Campsites use electricity which is generated by using solar energy, hence please use it responsibly.
    No smoking whatsoever (cigarette butts cause many forest fires.)
    No flash or intrusive photography (for example, don’t pluck leaves to clear a better view; reposition the camera instead.)
    Do not carry any music system or sound making device along with you and remember to keep them switched off if you are driving around.
    Picking plants or insects is prohibited in any area; do not remove anything from the parks or sanctuaries.
    Do Not indulge in any quick or sudden movements to scare off wildlife.
    Do not try going too close to the animals.
    No pets should accompany you.
    No littering. Trash is only to be disposed of in proper receptacles.
    No hunting devices or other weapons should be carried, as well as used.

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