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Eco / Agri-Tourism, Livelihood
& Green Skills

Bridging conservation and livelihoods — creating sustainable tourism models that empower communities while protecting India's natural and cultural heritage.

40+ Eco/Agri-Tourism projects executed
200 ha Honnikeri eco-tourism park, Bidar
5 Community programs in 6 districts
15+ Livelihood & Green Skills initiatives
Overview

About This Area of Work

Vanalok Foundation has executed more than 40 Eco/Agri-Tourism projects across South India, integrating livelihood development and green skills training that empower local farmers, women, and youth.

The Foundation works at the nexus of ecology and economy — ensuring that protecting nature also supports sustainable livelihoods, economic resilience, and social progress. From Bidar's heritage forests to Bengaluru's urban parks, Vanalok designs experiences that connect people with nature.

Collaborations with UNICEF, Grow Pipe India, and Karnataka Forest Department have expanded the Foundation's reach into sanitation, vertical farming, and community-based tourism models.

Eco-tourism field activity — connecting communities with nature
Eco-tourism field activity — connecting communities with nature
Key Interventions

What We Do in This
Area

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Bidar Ecotourism Project

Launched by Karnataka Forest Department in consultation with Vanalok — aiming to promote sustainable tourism and preserve Bidar's natural and cultural heritage.

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Honninkeri Eco-Tourism Project

Conceptualized and designed by Vanalok — envisions eco-educational activities, landscape restoration, and livelihood opportunities for local communities.

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Agri-Tourism & Green Skills

Certified trainings on agri-tourism & nature interpretation (with TDU and Jain University), eco-tourism training for women and farmers in Trivandrum.

Selected Projects

Landmark Projects on the Ground

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Bidar Ecotourism Project — Karnataka Forest Department

Launched in consultation with Vanalok, the project promotes sustainable tourism while preserving Bidar's natural and cultural heritage. Includes community participation, nature trails, and interpretation infrastructure.

Forest Dept
02

Honninkeri Ecotourism Project — 200 ha Design

A comprehensive eco-educational and eco-tourism master plan — plantation zones, interpretation centre, yoga platform, cycling paths, watch towers, folk art spaces, and amphitheatres within 200 ha of forest.

Eco-Tourism
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Ayurvana Yaana — Volunteer & Awareness Event

Promoted volunteerism and awareness on medicinal plants and eco-tourism through a one-day immersive event near Bengaluru. Engaged professionals, nature enthusiasts, and potential volunteers.

Outreach
04

UNICEF — Sanitation Awareness, Marikuppe Village

Engaged with UNICEF for community-led sanitation awareness at Marikuppe village — integrating health, hygiene, and environmental stewardship in a single community program.

Community
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Agri-Tourism Outreach — TDU & Progressive Farmers

Vanalok, TDU and progressive farmers from across Karnataka collaborated to foster agri-tourism outreach across diverse agro-climatic landscapes in the State.

Agri-Tourism
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Work in Action

Eco-tourism activity — nature walk with local guide
Eco-tourism activity — nature walk with local guide
Agri-tourism farm experience with farmers
Agri-tourism farm experience with farmers
Green skills training for women in Karnataka
Green skills training for women in Karnataka
Community-based eco-tourism planning session
Community-based eco-tourism planning session
Forest heritage trail — Bidar district
Forest heritage trail — Bidar district
Vertical farming innovation with Grow Pipe India
Vertical farming innovation with Grow Pipe India

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