Archive · 21 Jul 2026
TN's Chadivayal Elephant Camp to Open for Eco-Tourism
The Tamil Nadu Forest Department is planning to open the Chadivayal Elephant Camp to the public.
This camp, located near the Siruvani foothills, will allow visitors to watch captive elephants being fed and bathed.
The camp has been upgraded with modern facilities and can accommodate up to 18 elephants.
Currently, it houses four elephants, including Muthu, a male elephant known for venturing into human settlements.
The camp aims to promote eco-tourism and educate the public about elephant conservation and conflict management.
Officials are working on a visitor schedule to ensure the elephants' welfare is not compromised.
Tamil Nadu Forest Department plans to open Chadivayal Elephant Camp for eco-tourism.
Camp is located near Siruvani foothills and can accommodate up to 18 elephants.
Currently houses four elephants, including Muthu, known for venturing into human settlements.
Camp aims to promote eco-tourism and educate the public about elephant conservation.
Officials are working on a visitor schedule to ensure elephants' welfare is not compromised.
- Who
- Tamil Nadu Forest Department
- What
- Opening of Chadivayal Elephant Camp for eco-tourism
- When
- Proposal in preparation
- Where
- Chadivayal, near Siruvani foothills, Coimbatore district, Tamil Nadu
- Why
- To promote eco-tourism and raise awareness about elephant conservation and conflict management
Pro-Eco Tourism
Animal Welfare Concerns
Tourism Benefits
Pro-Eco Tourism
Promotes eco-tourism and raises awareness about elephant conservation.
Animal Welfare Concerns
Potential stress on elephants due to increased human interaction.
Visitor Experience
Pro-Eco Tourism
Offers a unique wildlife experience and educational opportunity.
Animal Welfare Concerns
Risk of disrupting the elephants' daily routine and welfare.
- Location
- Chadivayal, near Siruvani foothills, Coimbatore district, Tamil Nadu
- Cost of Development
- Rs 8 crore
- Number of Elephants
- 4 (currently)
- Visitor Footfall at Kovai Kutralam
- 2,000 on weekends, 500 on weekdays
- Inauguration
- Inaugurated by former Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin