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Goa Forest Development Corporation Limited (GFDC), was constituted from the erstwhile Cashew Division of the Forest Department, Govt. Of Goa and incorporated under the Companies Act, 1956 on 11th April 1997. GFDC has nearly twenty five of experience in raising cashew seedlings in their own nurseries and Cashew and Rubber plantations in lease areas. Also auctioning of Cashew estates for collection of nuts and apples every year.
The company now maintains a very diverse portfolio and decided to operate in several areas like eco-tourism and ex-situ conservation of rare and endangered flora. One of the important garden in the State, the Botanical garden and Eco-recreation centre , Salaulim – Sanguem at downstream of Salaulim dam is the proud creation of GFDC.
Bondla Wildlife Sanctuary is a hidden gem, surrounded by lush green forests and rolling hills. This small wildlife zoo and resort is a perfect escape from the bustling tourist destinations in Goa. A trip to Bondla brings a refreshing change from city life.
GFDC has ten exquisite cottages adjacent to the zoo for that out-of-world jungle experience away from the cities and crowded beaches.
The perfect place to breathe in fresh jungle air, to wake up to the sweet call of birds. Your stay includes bird watching treks in the morning and nature trail in the late afternoon. Oriental Dwarf Kingfisher (ODK), Three-toed kingfisher and Malabar Whistling Thrush are frequently sighted at Bondla and is a bird watchers paradise.
The word Sylvan evoke associations with nature, tranquility, and natural beauty. Sylvan as a brand of Goa Forest Development Corporation provides services related to outdoor recreation, eco-friendly goods, and educational services focused on environmental awareness.
The name “Sylvan” conveys a sense of harmony with nature, attracting those who value sustainability and the outdoors. GFDC products under the Sylvan banner include raw honey from our cashew and rubber orchards, pepper from our Salaulim botanical gardens, vermicompost from our Forest nurseries as well as ecotourism services like nature trails in Bhagwan Mahavir NationalPark, eco camps at Bondla and Collem, and jungle safaris to Savari and Mainapi waterfalls in Netravali Wildlife Sanctuary.
