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India Safe and Responsible Travel

Intrepid Foundation at Work Around the World

The Intrepid Foundation provides travellers with an opportunity to give something back to the many wonderful communities we travel to. By donating to The Intrepid Foundation you can make a difference in local communities - in health care, education, human rights, child welfare and the protection of wildlife and the environment.

In India, The Intrepid Foundation proudly supports:
Asha ka Jharna

Asha Ka Jharna

Providing essential services to disabled children and adults, this Rajasthan-based organisation assists disempowered people to feel part of their community. Vocational training, education, guidance and counselling all help to foster self reliance and confidence.

Image supplied by Asha Ka Jharna.

Deepalaya

Deepalaya

This organisation builds a better future for Delhi's street children by providing food, housing, health care, education and emotional support.

Image supplied by Deepalaya.

GOONJ

GOONJ

This innovative group turns unwanted clothing into useful items for India's needy people. It also distributes donated books, school uniforms, toys, blankets and utensils across the country to disadvantaged students in need.

Image supplied by GOONJ.

To learn more or donate, go to: www.theintrepidfoundation.org


Responsible Travel Tips

Experiencing tea picking
 
According to the Guinness Book of Records, India produces the most films each year, roughly double the amount Hollywood makes
 

Intrepid is committed to travelling in a way that is respectful of local people, their culture, local economies and the environment. It's important to remember that what may be acceptable behaviour, dress and language in your own country, may not be appropriate in another. Please keep this in mind while travelling.

Top responsible travel tips for India


  1. Be considerate of India’s customs, traditions, religion and culture.
  2. Dress modestly and respectfully. Shoulders to knees should be covered, especially when entering places of worship.
  3. For environmental reasons, try to avoid buying bottled water. Fill a reusable water bottle or canteen with filtered water instead.
  4. Always dispose of litter thoughtfully, including cigarette butts.
  5. When bargaining at markets, stay calm, be reasonable and keep a smile on your face. It's meant to be fun!
  6. Learn some local language and don't be afraid to use it - simple greetings will help break the ice.
  7. Shop for locally made products. Supporting local artisans helps keep traditional crafts alive.
  8. Refrain from supporting businesses that exploit or abuse endangered animals.
  9. Please ask and receive permission before taking photos of people, including children.
  10. When on community visits or homestays, refrain from giving gifts or money to locals.

Health and Safety

Intrepid takes the health and safety of its travellers seriously, and takes every measure to ensure that trips are safe, fun and enjoyable for everyone. We recommend that all travellers check with their government or national travel advisory organisation for the latest information before departure:

From Australia?
Go to: http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/
From New Zealand?
Go to: http://www.safetravel.govt.nz/
From Canada?
Go to: http://www.voyage.gc.ca/
From the US?
Go to: http://travel.state.gov/
From the UK?
Go to: http://www.fco.gov.uk/en/
The World Health Organisation
also provides useful health information:
Go to: http://www.who.int/en/

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India at a glance

  • 51
  • New Delhi (population 295,000)
  • 1.14 billion
  • Hindi, Urdu, Tamil, Bengali, Kashmiri, Kannada, Marathi, Gujarati, Telugu, English
  • INR
  • (GMT+05:30) Chennai, Kolkata, Mumbai, New Delhi
  • Type C (European 2-pin), Type D (Old British 3-pin), Type M (see D)
  • +91

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