IHCL Champions Responsible Tourism on World Wildlife Day

MUMBAI, MARCH 3, 2025: On World Wildlife Day, Indian Hotels Company (IHCL), India’s largest hospitality company, reinforces its commitment to wildlife conservation and sustainable tourism with a strong presence across the country’s leading national parks.

As India’s first and only luxury wildlife circuit, Taj Safaris leads the way in responsible tourism, offering travellers immersive experiences in the rich biodiversity of India and Nepal. Deeply rooted in conservation, Taj Safaris has introduced initiatives like the ‘Trees of Pashan Garh’ project at Panna National Park, improving ecological awareness by showcasing the vital role of trees in sustaining local ecosystems.

Providing an unparalleled interpretive wildlife experience, Taj Safaris follows a sustainable ecotourism model. Aligned with IHCL’s ESG+ framework Paathya, Taj Safaris works with the Pardhi, Gond, and Baiga tribes, creating alternate livelihood opportunities and reducing dependency on forests. With low room density and minimal ground coverage, Taj Safaris ensures a light footprint, preserving the natural habitat. Taj Safaris lodges with its specially-trained naturalists offer an unforgettable wildlife experience at  Mahua Kothi in Bandhavgarh National Park, Baghvan in Pench National Park, Pashan Garh in Panna National Park and Banjaar Tola in Kanha National Park as well as Meghauli Serai in Chitwan National Park.

Complementing its wildlife circuit, IHCL’s properties; Taj Corbett Resort & Spa in Uttarakhand, Taj Sawai, and Sawai Madhopur Lodge - IHCL SeleQtions in Ranthambore, Jaagir Manor and Dudhwa - IHCL SeleQtions in Uttar Pradesh, offer unique local experiences such as Himalayan Mountain drives and cultural immersion tours.

For more information, visit www.tajsafaris.com.

About The Indian Hotels Company Limited

The Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL) and its subsidiaries bring together a group of brands and businesses that offer a fusion of warm Indian hospitality and world-class service. These include Taj – the iconic brand for the most discerning travellers and ranked as World's Strongest Hotel Brand 2024 and India’s Strongest Brand 2024 as per Brand Finance; SeleQtions, a named collection of hotels; Tree of Life, private escapes in tranquil settings; Vivanta, sophisticated upscale hotels; Gateway, full-service hotels designed to be your gateway to exceptional destinations and Ginger, which is revolutionising the lean luxe segment.

Incorporated by the founder of the Tata Group, Jamsetji Tata, the Company opened its first hotel - The Taj Mahal Palace, in Bombay in 1903. IHCL has a portfolio of 368 hotels including 128 under development globally across 4 continents, 14 countries and in over 150+ locations. The Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL) is India’s largest hospitality company by market capitalization. It is listed on the BSE and NSE.