Flood-season Rescue Network
We co-fund rescue boats, GPS radios and local ranger stipends for flood-prone months. Program reduced rescue response time by ~40% (internal monitoring).
Responsible Tourism at Jungleciti, Kaziranga
How we protect wildlife, uplift communities and deliver authentic, low-impact visitor experiences.
Last Revised: 19-11-2025
Responsible tourism at Jungleciti is a commitment — to the landscape of Kaziranga, the wildlife that depends on it, and the people whose lives are interwoven with this place. Our approach balances excellent guest experiences with measurable conservation outcomes and tangible community benefits.
1,240
Guest-nights in last month
420 L
Avg water / guest-night (target 350 L)
3.2 kg
Avg waste / guest-night (target 2.5 kg)
28%
Local suppliers (by spend)
Our Pillars
Conserve Nature
We work with the Assam Forest Department and local NGOs for habitat protection, anti-poaching surveillance, and flood-time rescue support. Our team trains staff and partners in low-disturbance wildlife viewing practices.
- Co-funded patrol equipment and rescue boats during monsoon season.
- GPS mapping of sensitive nesting and breeding areas to avoid disturbance.
- Support for community-based fire management around buffer zones.
Benefit Communities
Responsible tourism must benefit local people. We prioritise hiring locally, buying local produce, and supporting craft cooperatives so tourism dollars circulate within local economies.
- Guaranteed seasonal procurement contracts for small farms and fisheries.
- Skills workshops for hospitality, guiding and craft quality improvement.
- Fair payment systems and rapid invoice settlement for micro-suppliers.
Low-Impact Operations
Operational changes reduce footprint and improve resilience:
- Energy: LED lighting, efficient HVAC protocols, and staged solar deployment.
- Water: Rainwater harvesting, low-flow fixtures, leak detection and guest education.
- Waste: Segregation at source, composting for organics and plastic reduction.
- Procurement: Local, seasonal sourcing and reuse/refill guest amenities.
Programs & Case Studies
Local Food Sourcing Program
Over 60% of fresh produce comes from a 30 km radius vendor network: benefits farmers and reduces food miles.
Compost & Circularity Pilot
On-site composting for kitchen wastes, partnered with local gardeners — reduced organic disposal costs and produced soil for landscaping.
Metrics — Example Yearly Snapshot
| Metric | Year (2024) | Target 2025 | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Energy (kWh / guest-night) | 9.7 | 8.0 | Switch to LED + AC setpoint controls |
| Water (L / guest-night) | 420 | 350 | Harvesting + appliances |
| Waste (kg / guest-night) | 3.2 | 2.5 | Segregation & composting |
| % Local Spend | 22% | 35% | Supplier development ongoing |
Visitor Code of Conduct
- Follow your guide’s instructions and keep noise to a minimum during wildlife viewing.
- Do not feed or approach wildlife — observe from a respectful distance.
- Stay on marked routes and respect protected buffers.
- Use waste bins and minimise single-use items.
- Support local suppliers by buying crafts and artisanal goods.
Volunteer & Partner Opportunities
We occasionally run community training sessions, habitat restoration weekends and guest-education drives. If you’re an NGO, researcher, or volunteer group, contact us to propose a partnership.
How to apply for partnership or volunteering
- Send a short proposal to 123@jhipl.com with scope, timeline and budget (if any).
- We screen proposals for ecological fit and community benefit.
- Selected partners will be invited for a planning meeting with local stakeholders.
Events & Training
Below is a sample upcoming events calendar. Dates are illustrative — update when scheduling real events.
| Date | Event | Audience | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-12-05 | Guiding etiquette & wildlife safety | Local guides | 40 |
| 2026-01-15 | Composting workshop | Hotel staff & community | 30 |
| 2026-02-20 | Crafts & market linkages | Local artisans | 25 |
Transparency & Reporting
We publish an annual summary with the main KPIs and community spend. Below is a sample downloadable placeholders area — replace with real PDFs when available.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How can guests help?
A: Guests can travel light, use reusable bottles, follow guide instructions, and buy local crafts. Every action helps reduce cumulative impacts.
Q: Do you accept volunteers?A: We accept structured partner proposals for volunteers; reach out with a clear plan and timeframe.
Q: How do you measure community benefit?A: We report direct procurement spend, number of local hires, training sessions delivered and community projects supported.
Contact & Feedback
If you have suggestions or want to collaborate, email 123@jhipl.com or use the contact page.
Long-form explanation: Why responsible tourism matters in Kaziranga
Kaziranga sits on the Brahmaputra floodplain: a dynamic ecosystem where seasonal floods shape habitats and livelihoods. The narrow spatial extent and high biodiversity density mean that tourism — if unmanaged — can cause disproportionate impacts.
Responsible tourism is therefore not optional. We combine science-based habitat safeguards, community development that reduces dependency on extractive income, and guest-facing learning that transforms visitors into advocates. The combined effect preserves habitat integrity while diversifying incomes away from actions that harm wildlife.
Key lessons learned over a decade of operations:
- Invest early in local relationships — trust takes time; commitments matter.
- Measure what matters — simple KPIs (energy, water, waste, local spend) drive decisions.
- Design for extremes — flood-resilience and contingency planning reduce long-term costs.
- Amplify community voice — governance that includes local representatives reduces conflict.
Policy & Legal Context (brief)
Jungleciti operates within Indian environmental and wildlife laws and partners directly with local forest authorities. We follow the Wildlife Protection Act (WPA 1972) and engage with state-level environmental planning where required.
External partners & acknowledgements
We collaborate with:
- Assam Forest Department
- Local NGOs working on human-wildlife conflict
- Community cooperatives and farmer groups
- Academic partners for monitoring and research
Appendices
Appendix A — Simple checklist for operators
- Audit energy & water; set reduction targets.
- Implement waste segregation and onsite composting.
- Replace disposable guest items with refillable alternatives.
- Build supplier lists and issue fair payment terms.
- Document community benefits annually and publish a summary.
Appendix B — Sample procurement notice (for local suppliers)
Jungleciti Procurement Notice:
We invite quotations from local farms and micro-businesses for seasonal vegetables, eggs, poultry, and crafted guest amenities. Terms: timely payment within 15 days of invoice, quality checks on delivery, sample testing.
Contact procurement@jhipl.com with product, monthly volume and expected price.