The Explore Nepal

Koshi Tappu Wildlife Reserve, a conservation role model

Koshi Tappu Wildlife Reserve is home to around 300 bird species is a site for several migratory birds, and has numerous mammals, including endangered ones.

The extraordinarily rich wildlife of this sanctuary is under threat from rapid deforestation, poaching and lack of education facilities for local people.

Inorder to address the problems of Koshi Tappu we conducted the following activities:

• Construction of three school buildings.
• Training programs in schools on conservation, biodiversity and preservation of culture and heritage.
• Contributions to schools from naturalists, teachers, instructors and volunteers from The Explore Nepal Group.

The Impact:

• A growing enthusiasm amongst the local population to send their children to school.
• A reduction in environmental degradation of the area.
• Local authorities in association with The Explore Nepal Group are interested in implementing similar programs.
• An important village within the area has been declared a "plastic free zone".