See a Snow Leopard, Help Protect It: A New Project for Kyrgyzstan
India’s SUJAN Luxury Hospitality Private Limited has proposed a project in Kyrgyzstan that aims to promote ecotourism while helping protect snow leopards and other wildlife.
The project was discussed by representatives of government agencies, the International Finance Corporation (IFC) and the World Bank.
What the Indian partners are proposing
The company proposes organizing trips for tourists who want to see wildlife in its natural habitat. Potential activities include wildlife photography tours, snow leopard watching and scientific research.
The project also envisages training wildlife rangers, developing tourism infrastructure and involving local communities in providing services to visitors.
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