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About
dTravellingTurtles, an initiative by Prakruthi Foundation, was created to make travel more meaningful and mindful. Founded in 2015, it draws from ancient Indian wisdom to encourage conscious travel, environmental care, and cultural awareness.
We’re a growing community built around the vision of Dr. U. Rajani Rao. All our workshops, immersive expeditions, and insightful books are designed and led by her, offering experiences that blend exploration with responsibility. Whether you're passionate about nature, curious about culture, or eager to travel with purpose, dTravellingTurtles invites you to journey with care and curiosity.
Who are we?
dTravellingTurtles is inspired by Dr. U. Rajani Rao’s love for nature, travel, and community. As a traveler, writer, and educator, she believes in exploring with intention.
About our Globetrotting Workshop
Fun and interactive sessions to explore cultures, learn new skills, and embrace the art of mindful traveling. Hosted by Prakruthi Foundation, these free workshops empower women and youth to thrive in today’s fast-changing world.
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Learn practical skills for the hybrid age.
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Gain insights into global cultures through games, quizzes, and creative activities.
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Enjoy a unique blend of learning and travel.
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Participate in an engaging, prize-filled session.
🎙️Podcasts
COMING SOON: THE TRAVELLING TURTLES PODCAST!
Stay tuned for inspiring conversations, eco-friendly insights, and fresh perspectives on connecting with the world around us.
TESTIMONIALS
TESTIMONIALS
Bonus used to be knowledge from ancient Indian scriptures and their life style, which influences us.
~ Murali SL
This is a must read book for all you travel freaks.Reading the book took me on a road trip I’ve been yearning for quite a while now.
~ Sumedha K
These books are very useful for students and people interested in nature and travel in India. This is also a good reading material for all.
~ D. Padmanabhan
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Very fascinated by your travelogue. Exhilarating to see references that were very personal to find my father’s book (Prof Nikam).
~ Shakuntala Manay
The Travails of the Pillion Rider has an insightful and knowledgeable view of travel, mythology and environmental conservation.
~ Meghna
Book excerpts
Expeditions
Expedition is a journey taken by a group of people with a particular purpose like exploring a place or with a specific cause or for researching on a unique theme.
Cauvery Bridges
(2024)
An offbeat 800 km journey tracing the Kaveri River from its origin to its end across Karnataka and Tamil Nadu.
Venture Capital Bharat (2024)
A 77-day, 18,000 km journey across India’s capitals, spreading the CLEAN PLATE Challenge and ‘Mera Bharat Mahan’.
Water expedition on coracle (2017)
A 6-day coracle expedition on the Sharavati backwaters near Talguppe, Shivamogga—one of its kind in the world.
Coast to Coast (2018)
A 52-day coastal bike ride from Lakhpat to Gosaba, spreading smiles and awareness on plastic and paper cup waste.
Got questions? Get in touch with us!
Have questions about our workshops, books, or initiatives? Want to collaborate or learn more about the Travelling Turtles? We’re here to connect!
