Kerala forest department sponsors eco tourism project at Gavi

Online, June 13, 2010 (Newswire.com) - To attract more foreign and domestic tourists to Kerala, the forest department is sponsoring some unique tourist packages that include elephant safaris and trekking in the deep jungles of Gavi near Munnar, which is otherwise unaccessible to the public.

The Gavi eco tourism, promoted by Green mansion could be the largest of its kind in Kerala is designed by keeping advenure tourism in mind. Gavi Eco Tourism would ensure memorable wildlife and Jungle experiences in the most remote and virgin areas located near the Periyar Tiger Reserve. This tourism initiative will introduce the rich heritage, exceptional flora and fauna and the tribal settlements of the western ghats to the outside world and to make Gavi a gateway to the rest of the world. With an objective to raise awareness to protect the forest wealth and the wild life, this project will help in enhancing the green and forested frontiers of Kerala

Karma Kerala, one one of the most famous tour planners in South India is actively involved in this innovative project and has already received a warm response from its customers. The marketing head of Karma Kerala told that the bookings for the Gavi eco tourim package can be made online or over phone. It will be a memorable experience to explore the spectacular glory of nature and its wilderness - he added.

Karma Kerala is one of the most reputed travel operators in Kerala with sales counters in Edinburgh and UK and caters to foreign and domestic tourists. The specially designed packages and deals and regularly updated tourist choices that make it a popular tour planner.