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A very exciting and pleasant news is coming for the nature lovers and wildlife tourists of Bihar and North India. The doors of Valmiki Tiger Reserve (VTR), which were kept closed for safety due to natural conservation of forests, breeding season of wildlife and heavy rains during monsoon, are now going to be fully opened once again for tourists. After the farewell of monsoon season, these dense forests of West Champaran have started regaining their splendor and the Forest Department has made complete preparations to start jungle safari and official entry of tourists in VTR from 16th October. In these three-four months of monsoon, where the forest has revived itself and greenery is at its peak everywhere, now the tourists are once again all set to see tigers, leopards and other wildlife along with their gypsies.
Every year during the monsoon season, most of the tiger reserves and national parks in the country are closed to tourists, which is called ‘monsoon break’. The main reason behind this is the mating season of wildlife and the unpaved forest trails and paths getting filled with heavy mud due to rain. During this time, herbivorous and carnivorous wildlife get solitude and peaceful environment so that they can increase their clan. Apart from this, it is also difficult to ensure the safety of tourists during heavy rains. The Valmiki Tiger Reserve administration had also strictly followed all these rules and banned safari during the monsoon season. Now that the monsoons have completely gone and the weather has started becoming pleasant and cool, the forest paths have dried up and wildlife lovers are eager to visit this natural treasure again.
The rapid increase in the number of tigers and leopards in the last few years in this only tiger reserve of Bihar has attracted the attention of wildlife lovers across the country. Due to the increasing number of Bengal Tigers in Valmiki Tiger Reserve, the expectations of the tourists coming here for tiger sighting have increased a lot. When the doors of the forest will open from October 16, tourists will have an exciting opportunity to see tigers, leopards, bears, chital, sambar, and wild boar roaming among the tall Sal trees, dense bushes and along the banks of rivers during the safari. Apart from this, safaris can also be enjoyed in the Valmiki Nagar and Gonauli ranges as well as the recently added new Madanpur range, giving tourists a more extensive area to explore within the forest.
The opening of Valmiki Tiger Reserve has a direct impact on the local economy and rural development of West Champaran. When the forests remain closed during these monsoon months, the business of local zip drivers, nature guides, resort owners and homestay operators is affected to a great extent. But as soon as the doors of VTR open for tourists on 16 October, the pace of economic activities in this entire region increases. Hotels, dhabas, handicrafts and local tourism get a huge boost due to tourists coming from different states of the country. This time the Forest Department has also trained local youth and deployed them as nature guides, so that tourists can get accurate information about every nook and corner of the forest and local youth can get better employment opportunities.
If you also want to enjoy the jungle safari in Valmiki Tiger Reserve on this wonderful opening day, then you should get your booking done in advance to avoid the last minute rush. Online permits and booking of gypsies can be done through the official website of the Forest Department. Apart from this, offline passes can also be taken from the booking counter located at Valmiki Nagar. It is mandatory for every tourist to follow the rules of the forest department during jungle safari. Getting down from the vehicle during safari is strictly prohibited, throwing plastic or garbage in the forest is an offense and it is important to avoid loud music or shouting which may disturb the wildlife. By following these rules, you not only make your journey safe but also make an important contribution in the conservation of our precious wildlife and environment.