The 9th Annual TOFT Wildlife & Nature Tourism Awards will take place on 14 December 2026 at the Prime Minister's Museum & Library, New Delhi—celebrating the people, organisations, communities and initiatives advancing conservation and responsible tourism.
The 2026 Awards recognise individuals, organisations, tourism businesses, conservation practitioners and community-led initiatives whose work protects wildlife, restores natural landscapes and creates lasting benefits for local communities.
Review the nomination process, judging criteria, applicant responsibilities and supporting information before submitting an entry.
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The international judging panel is drawn from leaders across tourism, government, business and conservation, with oversight from TOFT management.
Former Chief Wildlife Warden, Madhya Pradesh | IFS (Retd.)
A renowned wildlife conservationist recognised for pioneering wildlife reintroduction programmes and promoting responsible wildlife tourism.
Founder, Sanctuary Nature Foundation
Founder of the Sanctuary Nature Foundation and Editor of Sanctuary Asia, and one of India's leading voices for wildlife conservation and nature-positive tourism.
Director of Global Partnerships, Snow Leopard Trust
An internationally recognised conservation scientist specialising in human-wildlife coexistence and community-based conservation initiatives.
Professor, Graphic Era University
A distinguished ecologist who has contributed extensively to Himalayan biodiversity research, ecological monitoring and conservation science.
President (H), EcoSanskriti Collective Foundation
A renowned forestry scientist with over five decades of experience in biodiversity conservation, sustainable forestry and environmental education.
Founder, TOFT
Julian Matthews has spent over two decades promoting responsible wildlife tourism as a driver of conservation and forest restoration.
All nominations will first be reviewed for eligibility. Valid entries will then be contacted to submit a detailed nomination form with the required supporting documents and references. Shortlisted nominations may undergo reference checks or further documentary assessment before the international judging panel determines the winners. The jury's decision is final.
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Shortlisted nominees, winners and runner-up stories will appear here following the official announcement.
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Please review the complete rules before submitting a nomination. The downloadable official guidelines remain the authoritative source.