Kathmandu, Nepal – May 18, 2025: We are proud to share that our founder, Doma Paudel, has been honored with the WWF Conservation Award 2025, recognizing her outstanding contribution to sustainable tourism, wildlife conservation, and community empowerment. This award is one of the highest honors given to conservationists in Nepal and highlights her lifelong dedication to protecting the environment.

WWF Conservation Award 2025 for Our Founder Doma Paudel

Our founder, Doma Paudel, Nepal’s first female nature guide and a strong advocate for sustainable tourism, received the prestigious WWF Conservation Award 2025 for her remarkable achievements in wildlife conservation, community empowerment, and eco-friendly tourism. This honor celebrates her lifelong commitment to protecting Nepal’s natural heritage.

Doma Paudel – Nepal’s First Female Nature Guide

As Nepal’s first female nature guide, Doma opened new doors for women in conservation and ecotourism. She focuses on ethical wildlife tourism, biodiversity protection, and community participation. Through awareness campaigns and training programs, she has motivated many to embrace sustainable and respectful approaches to nature.

Nepal Dynamic Eco Tours – Tourism with Purpose

Doma established Nepal Dynamic Eco Tours to combine adventure with responsibility. Furthermore, a significant share of the company’s income supports conservation education, wildlife safety training, and community development. As a result, these initiatives have reduced human–wildlife conflict, while also promoting biodiversity and improving eco-friendly livelihoods in Chitwan National Park’s buffer zones. In addition, the program creates long-term benefits for both nature and local communities, ensuring that tourism growth aligns with environmental protection.

The Significance of the WWF Conservation Award

The WWF Conservation Award 2025 honors individuals and organizations making outstanding contributions to environmental protection. This recognition highlights Doma’s efforts to safeguard wildlife habitats, advance environmental education, and encourage sustainable rural development.

Inspiring the Next Generation of Conservation Leaders

For over two decades, Doma has worked at the grassroots level. She has trained women as nature guides, organized anti-poaching campaigns, and promoted responsible tourism. Her recognition with the WWF Conservation Award inspires young conservation leaders in Nepal and beyond.