Wildlife Conservation

Dear Guests,

Hotel Ephesus Istanbul, as only its historical and cultural riches of our geographic position, but also with invaluable and unique wildlife are getting richer, we are aware of. In accordance with the principles of sustainable tourism, ensuring continuity and protect this natural heritage for future generations is one of our most important responsibilities. In this guide, the current legal framework for wildlife in our area, our hotel in this area of special instructions, and most importantly, how to contribute to this vital effort to our valuable guests aims to inform you that you can. Respect and protect wildlife for many years to preserve the ecological balance of these natural wonders that will provide let's not forget.

Chapter 1: legal regulations and directives on the protection of wildlife (Turkey)

in this section the Republic of Turkey,which is intended to protect the wildlife of Efes Hotel Istanbul summarized and the basic legal regulationsto ensure compliance with the Regulations outlines the policies they adopt.

1.1. Basic legal regulations:

• No. 4915 on hunting land law: this law, the principles and guidelines hunting and restricted types of hunting, hunting seasons, and regulates the responsibilities of hunters. The main purpose is to ensure the continuity of the species and conservation of wild animals.
• The Environmental Law No. 2872: This law, natural environment and wildlife conservation, pollution prevention, and sets out principles for Sustainable Development. Fall under the scope of the law on the protection of endangered species.
• The Berne Convention (Convention on the conservation of European wildlife and natural habitats): Turkey, by signing the International Convention is committed to protecting wild animals and natural habitats. This contract is within the scope of protected species, is described in detail in the Annexes of the convention.
• Convention on international trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and flora (CITES): this International Convention, aims to control the trade in endangered animal and plant species.
• The provisions of the regulations of the relevant ministries: Ministry of Agriculture and forestry (General Directorate of Nature Conservation and national parks) and the environment, urbanization and climate change institutions such as the Ministry of Wildlife Conservation, species monitoring, habitat management and rehabilitation and related to a variety of regulations.

1.2. Hotel Ephesus Istanbul Rules:

Efes Istanbul hotel, beyond the above-mentioned legal regulations ensuring full compliance with sustainable tourism as part of our philosophy, adheres to the following principles:

• staff training: all staff the region's wildlife species that must be protected, and these issues need to be considered when you interact with the guests are provided with regular training on important issues.
• Environmentally Sensitive Operations: Our hotel operations, is to scrupulously refrain from any applications that could affect wildlife habitats. Among these applications to minimize noise pollution, lighting set up to manage the process carefully so as not to disturb wild animals and waste disposal is located.
• Local business associations: local government, civil society organizations and experts we're actively collaborating with wildlife conservation. We contribute to supporting conservation projects and awareness raising activities.
• Guest Information: Our guests we provide detailed information about the wildlife in the area and the necessary protection measures. The rules to be followed during visits to natural areas are clearly stated.
• Sustainable Facilities: held in our hotel, nature-themed activities, wildlife conservation and environmentally sensitive messages should be highlighted activity options.
• Notification Mechanism: Our guests and our employees, injured or distressed wild animals engage in illegal activities or any of the observations of observation is encouraged to inform the relevant authorities.

Part 2: guest Information – Wildlife Conservation handbook

dear guests, our region is an integral part of the natural beauty of your support of our efforts to protect wildlife that is extremely valuable to us. During your visit, by paying attention to the following Points, you can make a significant contribution to this important mission:

1. to observe, but don't bother:

• Remotely Observe wildlife: wild animals to work to get close to them and stress can disrupt their natural behavior. Ideal observation distance is the distance that you've noticed any changes in the animal's behavior.
• Don't feed the wild animals: wild animals, disrupts their natural feeding habits, become addictive and can lead to disease. Also, certain foods may be harmful for them.
• To avoid noise and light pollution): Loud talk, listen to music, or bright light might spook the use of wild animals and their habitat may cause you to abandon.

2. Respect the living space:

• Nests or Hatchlings From slots and wildlife is particularly vulnerable to the puppies. May cause them to be damaged or touch them or they abandoned the approach.
• Do not harm vegetation: vegetation that serves as a food source and habitat for wildlife avoid damaging. Don't break the branches or flower prick.
• Routes Designated Use: When walking in natural areas, the marked paths to follow. This is very important for your safety and helps prevent the destruction of wildlife habitat.

3. Make your safety a priority:

• be careful with wild animals: caution especially while hiking in natural areas against possible dangers. If you encounter animals and avoid sudden movements, stay calm.
• Information read the signs: the signs at the entrances of information in natural areas and at certain points read and follow warnings carefully.
• Prefer Guided Tours: Little-known natural or potentially risky organized but also ensures your safety in the areas with experienced guides will help you obtain more information about the guided tours and the wildlife.

4. Adopt sustainable Behaviors:

• pick up your trash: trash in natural areas may not have. Please carry all your waste and dispose of in the appropriate manner when you return to our hotel.
• To contaminate the water supply: absolutely no waste or chemical substance in rivers, lakes or other sources of water should not be discharged into.
• Keep The Fire: Forest fires poses a serious threat to wildlife. Absolutely do not remove the safe area outside of designated fire.

What to do?

• If you see a wild animal injured or in a difficult situation: the relevant hotel or our staff please immediately contact the local authorities (the Department of Nature Conservation and national parks) report. Do not attempt to intervene on your own because it can be dangerous for you and also are harmful to both animals.
• If you witness illegal activity: (e.g., poaching, illegal wildlife trade), please report it to our hotel staff or the appropriate law enforcement authorities.

As our commitment Efes Hotel Istanbul:

Istanbul, Ephesus hotel, in accordance with the principles of Sustainable Tourism, Wildlife Conservation, we are determined to make the utmost efforts. Our esteemed guests in this topic demonstrated sensitivity, and cooperation, we are passing on to future generations in terms of this natural heritage is vital.

Together to enjoy the natural beauty of our region in a sustainable manner, we can protect wildlife and the unique.

We wish you a pleasant stay and with nature!

Sincerely,