Sighting a lion in Gir would pump as much adrenaline into my system as it would be for first- time wildlifer’s. But the real joy, the real purpose of visiting Gir is to walk on the same soil and breathe the same air as nature’s living works of art.
It is sad that wildlife tourism in India – with the exception of serious birdwatcher segments- has become so tiger- centric. It is disappointing to hear tourists return from a wildlife sanctuary saying they “saw nothing”- which only means they did not see a tiger.
Wear practical and water resistant clothing that protects against the habitat you’re working in. Patterned camouflage isn’t essential-just wear natural tones, such as green, brown, tan and khaki. Pockets should have zips, not Velcro, which is noisy, and you should avoid materials that produce noise when rubbed. As a general rule, natural fibres, such as […]
Tiger, Tiger, burning bright In the forest of the night- William Blake Perhaps the most feared of predators, the tiger can be quite a gentleman. He wouldn’t bother you unless you bothered him and even then, he may just do a mock charge to warn and scare you away. But if he hasn’t eaten for […]
A Morning in the Forest A star broke from its moorings in the sky, a cannon ball was fired, Red hot streaking the sky it flew, River Ganga burst forth from her mountain fastness, Lord Ram’s arrow flew from his bow string, As the antlered stag jumped across the river in fright, Standing there was […]
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