CHITWAN, Dec 23: A wilderness first-aid training program was conducted to enhance the safety and emergency response skills of nature and jungle safari guides working in Chitwan National Park (CNP).
The training was organized under the Sustainable Tourism Project (STP), a joint initiative of the Nepal Tourism Board (NTB) and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), with support from Himalayan Medics and coordination by the Nature Guide Association and CNP.
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A total of 24 participants including jungle safari and nature guides from the areas surrounding CPN attended the two-day training held on December 21–22. The program focused on practical exercises covering emergency situations such as accidents, wildlife attacks, snakebites, injuries, heat- or cold-related health issues, first aid, CPR, and safe evacuation of the injured.
Chief trainer Ajay Narasingh Rana emphasized the importance of guides being able to respond immediately to potential health emergencies in forests, rivers, and remote areas. “A guide’s role is the first and decisive factor in ensuring tourist safety. Training like these contribute significantly to saving lives,” he said.
The CPN is one of Nepal’s major destinations for nature and wildlife tourism, attracting millions of domestic and international visitors every year. Dharma Raj Dawadi, manager of the STP, said the training is essential for promoting safe, responsible, and professional tourism in such destinations.
He added, “This training is expected to improve tourist safety while boosting the professionalism, confidence, and international service standards of local guides.” Plans are underway to expand similar training to other protected areas in the coming days.
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