Hotels and consumers have joined hands to minimise the onslaught of pollution at tourist's destinations all over India. This smart move is getting a boost from several other lodges too, getting aware of the perception of eco-tourism. When lodging into the eco friendly resorts in India, the guests do not have to give up the level of comfort that they receive at other resorts.
India has some of the most organised lists of beautiful eco resorts in India sprinkled all over the country.
Travellers in search of harmony, at the beautiful destinations, can select to stay at eco resorts that are shelters with a different make. These shelters (cabins, huts, buildings) are built from materials found locally. They may comprise of materials such as wood, palm leaves, bamboo, stalks, clay/mud, stones, etc. The resorts are surrounded by orchards and shaded trees making the properties look beautifully lush. You can opt to stay in the open, under shady trees, enjoying the cool breeze in tents made from an easily available material like cotton. Depending on the destination you plan to visit, you can either stay at the stone-cabin or a log cabin.
At destinations like Nainital and Bhimtal, these eco retreats equipped with modern facilities, top notch customer service and a pollutant free environment. Some of the resorts at these destinations offer the mesmerising view of the Bhimtal and Naini Lakes, tempting the guests to spend time watching the moon play the mute' music on the waves. Most of the eco resorts in Bhimtal are located in isolation, at serene locations that are often sought after by the city dwellers. Here they can pass their time playing indoor games or take a trek in the forest to capture the species of birds that infest this place.
Adopting modern techniques, these eco friendly resorts in India successfully harness the energy from the sun (using solar panels) and store it to run the generators. They also approve of conserving the energy by reducing the installation of high powered bulbs. The water from toilets and basins are reused for watering the plants and parks. Some of the resorts also retort to rainwater harvesting.
Recycling and conserving grey water, daily refuse and natural resources benefit our Planet in many ways.
Three of the most important precautions, for the guests, to follow while staying at the forested ecoresorts in India are:
- The guests are requested to conserve or use water only when needed
- As the hills are vulnerable to fires, travellers are requested not to light bonfires or throw burning matchsticks when trekking or camping in the forest
- The visitors have to carry the litter to the resorts and put them into the proper bins for disposal)
Thus, the eco friendly resorts in India work towards the betterment of the wildlife, reducing waste and contributing to the uplift of the local people by providing them employment. They thrive to confirm that their visitors enjoy organic meals, hygienic surrounding and toxic free atmosphere.
Stay at the eco resorts in India and help in minimising the negative impact on our Planet.
Martin Wynn
