Things to remember and follow while visiting Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary 1. 2. 3. 4.

Do not damage plants or collect any sample flora or fauna from the park Do not litter the sanctuaries with plastic packets or bottles Follow the rules and regulations applicable in the park and avoid smoking. Do not disturb animals if sighted by flashing lights or getting too close to avoid frightening animals. 5. Keep safe distance from all wildlife and do not stray from the group 6. Touching or feeding animals in jungle are strictly prohibited. 7. Unauthorised trekking and entering forest is prohibited and will attract imprisonment.

DOs and DONTs for Kerala 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Be respectful to the culture and heritage of the land. Smoking and consumption of alcohol is banned in public places and will attract fine. Possibly learn a few Malayalam words to secure better understanding Do not try take pictures / videos if objected / prohibited. Do not forget to put off your shoes before entering into a temple Gents/ male child to remove clothes above waist level before entering temple and women should possibly wear saree.( Dhoti needed for men at Tvm Padmanabhaswamy Temple ) 7. Do not make any remark that can upset the communal harmony of Kerala 8. Be cautious to conserve energy by switching off lights, fans when you go out of hotel rooms, house boats etc.