Ecolodge In Our Backyard

High above us, two Orang Utan are perched on the tree branches, munching happily on figs. A monitor lizard darts off as our boat approaches while an Oriental Darter swooshes across the water.

Through our binoculars, we spot a pair of Black-and-red Broadbills with their crimson and black plumage and turquoise beaks. Hoot, hoot, hoot…the Bornean [...]

Reef Rescue

Divers identifying substrates during the EcoDiver certification programme.

Time and time again, we read articles on the problems plaguing our diverse marine life – overfishing, global warming, blasting, unchecked tourism, pollution, etc. Coral reefs around the world have been in crisis for some time now.

But is anyone listening?

The statistics are alarming with 30% of the [...]

Under the spell of Kangchendzonga

One of the many natural beauties Kangchendzonga has to offer.

From lush tropical forest, postcard-pretty trails to snow-capped peaks, Sikkim has it all. Little wonder, the natives call their home the ‘earthly paradise’.

When I told friends and family that I was going to Sikkim, the response was, “Huh? Where on earth is Sikkim?” Well, it’s [...]