Discovering new areas, expanding your horizons is what all traveling is about. What if your worries and anxieties prevent you from enjoying your adventures? We at Whistlingwoodzs know that every journey comes with its own set of worries. Ensuring some safety tips before and while your travel saves you from glitches in your holiday trips.

In this article, we discuss the best travel safety tips that can ease your navigation for the stress-free and safe travel experience.

8 Safety precautions you must take during traveling

Sufficient precautions are to be taken to avoid any problems while traveling. Here is a list of a few of them that Whistlingwoodzs thought can be useful.

1. Research before you travel 

   Do not ignore to research where you wanted to travel. Make an effort to know about the place, the cultural norms, the safest spots for travelers to visit, the safest accommodations, and the places that are best avoided.

2. Analyze the destination weather

   It is very important to know about what kind of weather it is in the place that you are going to visit. At the same time, the right clothes are required to make yourself more comfortable. Also, if it is a place with huge rains, then you must have to pack the right shoes, umbrellas, etc.

3. Stay safe in transport

   Avoid air travel troubles by frequently checking whether your flight has been rescheduled or canceled. If you are using bus services, go with trusted companies that have good reviews online. Moreover, try booking your tickets online so you don’t end up hurrying for tickets.

4. Carry First-aid kit

   This is one of the must-have things when you are traveling, especially if kids joining you on the trip. The basic medicines, antibiotics, painkillers, wound-cleaning gauge, bandage tape, and plasters, etc are to be carried to prevent infections and burns.

5. Keep your things safe

   There are lots of things to worry about when you travel and theft is often one of them. Avoid carrying too much luggage with you and use a small sturdy lock for your luggage. If you have a hand-carry bag, never leave it unattended

6. Do not trust strangers

   Traveling is nothing more than a journey with unknown friends. We tend to have a conversation and share a decent vibe with persons we just met during traveling or is accommodated in the next room of your hotel or homestays. Whistlingwoodzs suggests you to socialize yet not trust your co-passengers.

7. Have enough money in cash

   With the increasing mode of digitization, there are many places where cashless payments can be done. However, what if your internet doesn’t have access to the remote places you visit? Therefore, have sufficient cash placed in the bags to be safer.

8. Cross-check with your bookings of stay and travel 

   This is one of the important things to be done while traveling to avoid last-minute troubles. Book your hotels or homestays in advance for the same duration as you reach. Because a delay in booking stays and travel can never be afforded.

Make your final checklist while traveling

It is always good to make the last check before you head through the door. Here is a quick list provided by Whistlingwoodzs that help you to prevent troubles while traveling to a favorite holiday spot.

1. Travel essentials that include travel insurance documents, money, credit cards, tickets.
2. passport, and visas (if traveling abroad).
3. A travel itinerary and maps of all the places you will be visiting.
4. Accommodation reservations and information.
5. Comfortable clothes that are weather and culture appropriate.
6. Gadgets including phone, charger, adapter, headphones, etc
7. Cameras to shoot the beautiful places you visit.
8. Hand-sanitizer, wipes, diapers and other hygiene essentials.
9. Female hygiene products.

Regardless of traveling on your own, among friends, with your family or children, the practical tips and tricks above will help you give joy and excitement of traveling. Now it’s time to hit the road!

Top 10 Places To Visit In Dandeli:

Planning for an adventurous outing? We have the perfect destination for you!

Dandeli in North Karnataka offers you a perfect mix of breath-taking wilderness, extensive landscapes, and scenic beauty of nature, which gives you the best time to relax with utmost fun and joy.

Offering a strange escape from the boring routines of life, tourist places in Dandeli cannot leave off the attention of travel lovers. Moreover, Dandeli is also adventure heaven with a lot of thrilling activities to try out. For this reason, Dandeli has become one of the most visited tourist places in India.

To make your trip to Dandeli a memorable and comfortable one, Whistling Woodzs – one of the best resorts in Dandeli, offers you with a quick look at some of the most desired tourist destinations to visit in Dandeli.

Top 10 Tourist Places to Visit in Dandeli:

Right from chilling water sports to massive wildlife… historical temples to beautiful scenic nature, Dandeli has everything to enjoy for all the age group people. Here is a list of the best places to visit in Dandeli.

1. 1. Dandeli Wildlife Sanctuary 

      Dandeli Wildlife Sanctuary, located in the Uttara Kannada district of Karnataka is a complete paradise for wildlife lovers. It has been recognized as the second-largest wildlife sanctuary in Karnataka. The sanctuary is home to a variety of flora and fauna such as tigers, leopards, elephants, and different species of birds like woodpeckers, kingfisher, hornbill, etc. It also offers a refreshing escape from mundane activities with wildlife safari and mountain biking, which one should surely experience during their trip to Dandeli.

      

   2. River Kali

      The Kali River or Kali Nadi flowing through the Uttara Kannada district of Karnataka offers a memorable time for adventure lovers. One can listen to the soothing and gurgling sounds of the river which is surrounded by lush greenery.

      

   3. Shiroli Peak 

      Shiroli Peak must be at the top of the list in places to see in Dandeli as it is a great place to capture the most amazing views of the sunset. It is located inside the Dandeli Wildlife Sanctuary where one can enjoy the fresh nature vibes of the scenery. Shiroli Peak allows worldwide tourists to sink in the beauty of the widely spread Western Ghats. Besides that, Shiroli Peak is an ideal destination for trekking enthusiasts.

      

   4. Supa Dam 

      Supa Dam built across the river Kali offers incredible beauty to tourists. It is the second-largest dam in the state of Karnataka which is well known for hydroelectric power generation. The road towards the dam is scenic and you can spot a variety of mammals and birds on the route.

      

   5. Sykes Point 

      Sykes Point is one of the best sightseeing places in Dandeli. One can enjoy spectacular views of the valleys and green forests in this area. This place is named after a British officer who discovered it during one of his hunting expeditions. From Sykes Point, you can also enjoy a wonderful view of the Nagzari river and Kali river confluence, and also an evening filled with radiant colors at the time of sunset. Not only photographers, but even trekkers, and nature lovers will fall in love with this place.

      

   6. Kavala Caves

      Photographers and nature lovers must add Syntheri Rocks to their list of places to visit in Dandeli. Syntheri Rocks are located parallel to the river Kali near the Dandeli Wildlife Sanctuary. It is a gigantic limestone rock formed due to volcanic activities in the region. Syntheri Rocks is a granite structure that attracts tourists by its simply elegant home of numerous birds, especially pigeons. Tourists have to climb about 400 steps to reach the top of this monolithic structure which is also a perfect place to see the Dandeli valley.

      

   7. Syntheri Rocks 

      Photographers and nature lovers must add Syntheri Rocks to their list of places to visit in Dandeli. Syntheri Rocks are located parallel to the river Kali near the Dandeli Wildlife Sanctuary. It is a gigantic limestone rock formed due to volcanic activities in the region. Syntheri Rocks is a granite structure that attracts tourists by its simply elegant home of numerous birds, especially pigeons. Tourists have to climb about 400 steps to reach the top of this monolithic structure which is also a perfect place to see the Dandeli valley.

      

   8. Anshi National Park 

      Anshi National Park is well known for its Tiger reserve. It is also known as Kali Tiger Reserve since the river Kali passes through it. It is a highly protected area that is spread over 1300 square kilometers.

      It is known for its evergreen tropical rain-forest. This national park is home to various Bengal tigers, black panthers, and Indian elephants amongst other fauna. One can make their trip to Dandeli even more enjoyable by going on a safari ride in this national park.

      

   9. Ulavi Temple

      Ulavi temple, also spelled as Ulvi temple, is another well-known place and famous among the best tourist places in Dandeli. It is the temple of Shri Ulavi Channabasaveshwara. It is located near the tiger reserve and covered by forests on all sides. Ulavi temple draws a lot of pilgrims every year. It is also famous for many caves including Mahamane Gavi, Panchalingeshwara Cave, and Aakalu Gavi. The popular Kodthalli falls or Channabasava Jalapatha are also situated here.

      

   10. Mini Tibet

       Mini Tibet is one of the places in Dandeli that surely deserves your attention. This place is referred to as the town of Mundgod where one can explore the beautiful Tibetan society, culture, and lifestyle. It is a popular destination amongst history lovers. A visit to this place will make your trip an unforgettable retreat.

       

Can’t wait no more? Pack your bags and come to Dandeli. Enjoy a comfortable stay at Whistling Woodzs – the best resort in Dandeli for a hassle-free trip. Get ready for fun!