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“WHILE THE LEOPARD IS A PRIMARY ATTRACTION
IN JAWAI, WELCOMHERITAGE CHEETAHGARH
RESORT AND SPA’S PHILOSOPHY OF SHOWCASING
‘JAWAI BEYOND THE LEOPARD’ IS ABOUT CREATING
EXPERIENCES THAT DON’T OVERBURDEN THE
WILDERNESS IN THE REGION. THIS IS REQUIRED
FOR SUSTAINABLE TOURISM HERE.”

established in 2009 on waste land surrounded by degraded forest. Now
all the 35 acres within the premises are a thriving forest with animals,
including large mammals like tigers, leopards, sloth bears, wild dogs
passing through it.
Bori Safari Lodge, started in 2020, is close to a village and the
habitat around it does not host large mammals. However, the team has
planted native fruiting trees to enhance the birdlife and created a
butterfly garden to enhance in indigenous butterfly species.
“While the leopard is a primary attraction in Jawai, our philosophy
of showcasing ‘Jawai beyond the leopard’ is about creating experiences
that don’t overburden the wilderness in the region. This is required for
sustainable tourism here. Our experienced naturalists inform guests
of conscientious efforts and our responsibility to preserve the wild
habitat. Village visits and non-motorable nature walks for guests are
encouraged,” says Suresh Kumar, General Manager, WelcomHeritage
Cheetahgarh Resort and Spa.

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