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Birding at Little Rann of Kutch

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Introduction

Little Rann of Kutch is famous as the world’s last refuge of the Indian Wild Ass (Khur) for the conservation of which it has been declared as the Indian Wild Ass Sanctuary. Though a bleak landscape it is rich in biodiversity and is an ecologically important area for wildlife and many local and migratory water birds like cranes, ducks, pelicans, flamingos and land birds like sandgrouse, francolins and the MacQueen’s bustards. It is also home to various unique mammals apart from wild Ass such the Indian Wolf (Canis indica), Desert Fox (Vulpes vulpes pusilla) and Nilgai (Boselaphus tragocamelus).

Tour Itinerary

Day 1

Arrival at Ahmedabad by 05:50 hrs. Meeting with our assist at station and proceed to LRK. Will have breakfast on the way to LRK. Get fresh at LRK hotel, and lunch. Later will proceed to our first safari in the rann of kutch. After safari, return to resort. (Breaskfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Day 2

Morning and evening safari in the rann of kutch. We will start early morning safari into the Rann of Kutch, looking for all usual targets. After hopefully a productive morning session, we will return to resort and have Lunch. After lunch will start our evening safari. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Day 3

Morning and evening safari in the rann of kutch. We will start early morning safari into the Rann of Kutch, looking for all usual targets. After hopefully a productive morning session, we will return to resort and have Lunch. After lunch will start our evening safari. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Day 4

Morning safari in the rann of kutch followed by lunch at the hotel. Post lunch proceed to Ahmedabad to board flight. (Breaskfast, Lunch)

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Birding in Uttarakhand (Makku, Chopta & Tunganath)

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Introduction

Chopta is a small region of meadows and evergreen forest area which is a part of kedarnath wildlife sanctuary located in Uttarakhand state, India and a base for trekking to Tungnath, third temple of Panch Kedar, which lies 3.5 kilometres (2.2 mi) away.

Chopta is an unspoiled natural destination lying in the lap of the Uttarakhand Himalayas and offers views of the imposing Himalayan range including Trishul, Nanda Devi and Chaukhamba. It is located at an elevation of 2,680 metres (8,790 ft) above sea level. Chopta village is surrounded by forests of pine, deodar and rhododendron and is rich in flora and fauna include rare species of birds and musk deer.

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Tour Itinerary

Day 1: Pick up by CAR from Dehradun airport by 12:30 PM and proceed towards Mukku Village. Approx driving time is 7 to 8 hrs. Reach Mukku Village around 8 PM in the evening.

Day 2: Visit Chopta monal points, Mukku Bend, Mukku Farm. Interactive session in evening followed by dinner.

Day 3: Visit Chopta monal points, Mukku Bend, Mukku Farm. Interactive session in evening followed by dinner.

Day 4: Visit Kakraghat and bird-watching on the way. Interactive session in evening followed by dinner.

Day 5: Bird-watching in and around Mukku village. Interactive session in evening followed by dinner.

Day 6: Leave for Dehradun airport early in the morning by 3:30 AM.

Note: Wake up call at 5:30 in the morning everyday.

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Tadoba Andhari Tiger Reserve (TATR) – Jungle Safari

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Introduction

Located right in the heart of Maharashtra, precisely 100 km south of Nagpur and north district of Chandrapur, Tadoba National Park is famous after great revolutionary deity of “Taru” who was been killed mercilessly during an epic war with a tiger. Localities of Maharashtra village signify the divine deity of “Taru” with Tadoba and worship his sacrifice in their hearts.

Tadoba Andhari Reserve is the largest national park in Maharashtra. Total area of the Reserve is 625.4 square kilometers (241.5 sq. mi). This includes Tadoba National Park, created in 1955 with an area of 116.55 square kilometers (45.00 sq. mi) and Andhari Wildlife Sanctuary created in 1986 with an area of 508.85 square kilometers (196.47 sq. mi). The Reserve also includes 32.51 square kilometers (12.55 sq. mi) Protected Forest and 14.93 square kilometres (5.76 sq mi) ‘Other areas’.

Gallery

Here are few clicks from our previous trips. More clicks can be found on our facebook page at Wild India Eco Tours.

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Itineary

Day 1: Morning arrive at Nagpur 0900 Hrs. After breakfast transfer to Jungle Resort. 1300Hrs: Arrive at Jungle Resort. After lunch, by 1415hrs we shall leave for a jungle safari. On returning back to resort, we shall have discussions on wildlife and review images followed by dinner. Overnight stay at the forest resort.

Day 2: Leave early morning around 0530hrs for jungle safari. Back to resort for Lunch. Again we shall leave for a jungle safari at around 1415hrs. On returning back to resort, we shall have discussions on wildlife and review images followed by dinner. Overnight stay at the forest resort.

Day 3: Leave early morning around 0530hrs for jungle safari. Some free time for relaxation. After lunch, leave for Nagpur.

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Birding at Greater Rann of Kutch – Passage Migrants

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Introduction

The Great Rann of Kutch also called Greater Rann of Kutch or just Rann of is a seasonal salt marshlocated in the Thar Desert in the Kutch District of Gujarat, India The Great Rann of Kutch, along with the Little Rann of Kutch and the Banni grasslands on its southern edge, is situated in the district of Kutch and comprises some 30,000 square kilometers between the Gulf of Kutch and the mouth of the Indus River in southern Pakistan. The marsh can be accessed from the village of Kharaghoda in Surendranagar District. The Great Rann of Kutch is one of the hottest areas of India. The plant life of the marsh consists of grasses such as Apluda and Cenchrus species along with dry thorny shrubs. The Rann of Kutch is the only place in India where flamingoes come to breed. There are 13 species of lark in the Rann of Kutch. The marshes are also a resting site for migratory birds, and are home to over 200 species of bird including the threatened Lesser Florican and Houbara Bustard.

Late September and early October is the time one can find passage migrants.

Itinerary

Day 1: Birding at tropical thorn forest near my place. At possibility of as spotted flycatcher,  Rufous-tailed scrub Robin, Red-backed Shrike, common whitethroat and resident birds.

Day 2: Visit fot mahadev with pack breakfast. give lunch at kunj homestay. After lunch we go at laiyari . At possibility of as spotted flycatcher, European nightjar,  Rufous-tailed scrub Robin, Red-backed Shrike, common whitethroat, Eurasian cuckoo, European roller and resident birds. 

Day 3: Visit lodai  with pack breakfast. give lunch at kunj homestay. After lunch we go at chari-lack. At possibility of as spotted flycatcher, European nightjar,  Rufous-tailed scrub Robin, Red-backed Shrike, red tail shrike, common whitethroat, Eurasian cuckoo, European nightjar and resident birds. 

Day 4: Visit piyoni mahadev with pack breakfast. give lunch at kunj homestay. At possibility of as spotted flycatcher, Rufous-tailed scrub Robin, Red-backed Shrike, common whitethroat, Eurasian cuckoo, European nightjar and resident birds.

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Birding at Bhigwan

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Introduction

It gives us an immense pleasure to announce our second birding tour to Bhigwan. Bhigwan is a catchment area of Ujani Dam, about 95 km from Pune on the Pune-Solapur highway. The water catchment area is spread across around the town of Bhigwan and is well-known for migratory birds.

Itinerary

Day 1: Start from Mumbai on 17th February late night (2300 hrs) and arrive at Bhigwan around 0500 hrs. Pune folks will start by 0400 hours on 18th February early morning and reach Bhigwan by 0630 hrs.

Start with boat ride at around 0700 hrs. We do an extended boat ride till 1130 hrs with packed breakfast. Come back and rest for a while followed by lunch. Second boat ride will start by 1500 hrs all the way till the sunset.

Return to hotel and after a quick tea, leave for a night trail to explore for nightjars and owls by 1930 hrs.

Back to hotel by 2130 hrs, dinner and overnight stay at hotel.

Day 2: Start with boat ride at around 0700 hrs. We do an extended boat ride till 1130 hrs with packed breakfast. Come back and start return journey with lunch en-route.

** If time permits and based on flexibility of all members, we may explore grasslands around Bhigwan or explore some lakes along the highway during the return journey **

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Weekend bird-watching tour to Akshi

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Introduction

Akshi is a small village, around 2 hrs drive from Mumbai that has a calm beach which is visited by less number of people and a very high number of shore birds. Some of the species which we have encountered in past couple of years include the Ruddy Turnstone, Greater & Lesser Sandplovers, Great Knots, Bar-tailed Godwit, Brahminy Kite, Terek & Curlew Sandpipers, Dunlins along with a variety of Gulls & Terns.

Tour Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival at Akshi by 0630hrs & proceed for early morning bird-watching session till 1030 hrs. Return back to have breakfast & check-in to the hotel. Have lunch, share wildlife experiences and relax till 1530 hrs. Proceed for evening bird-watching session at 1600 hrs which will go on till sunset. Return back for dinner. Overnight at hotel at Akshi.

Day 2: Proceed for early morning bird-watching session from 0645 hrs to 1030 hrs. Return for breakfast followed by another quick bird-watching session till noon. Have lunch at 1300 hrs and check out to begin our return journey – filled with lots of images, fun and memories.

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Birding at Tal Chappar and Bikaner

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Introduction

Tal Chhapar Sanctuary is a sanctuary located in the Churu district of Northwestern Rajasthan in the Shekhawati region of India. It is known for blackbucks and is also home to a variety of birds. Bikaner carcase dump at jor beed. A fantastic place to spot vultures, Eagles, Yellow-eyed Pigeon and many other birds.

Tour Itinerary

Day 1: Arrive at Jaipur by 8:00 am and proceed to Tal Chappar. We shall have breakfast on way followed by check-in at hotel in Sujangarh. Post lunch we will have our 1st Bird-watching session in the Tal Chappar Sanctuary in afternoon /evening. Interactive session over dinner followed by overnight stay at hotel in Sujangarh.

Day 2: We will start the day early by 6:30 am with bird-watching at Tal Chappar. Post lunch we shall do the bird-watching in nearby areas – Saltpans and scrubland. Interactive session over dinner and overnight stay at Sujangarh.

Day 3: Start early by 5:30 am and proceed to Bikaner city (160 Kms). Breakfast on the way. Visit to Bikaner carcass dump yard for raptors and vultures. Post lunch, we shall do bird-watching in nearby areas. Return back to the hotel at Sujangarh for dinner and overnight stay.

Day 4: Early morning check-out and proceed to Tal Chappar for our final bird-watching session at the sanctuary and nearby areas. Post lunch, leave for Jaipur.

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Bandhavgarh Jungle Safari

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Introduction

With one of the highest known densities of Tigers in India, Bandhavgarh National Park attracts wildlife photographers and enthusiasts from all over the world to experience the realm of the king of the jungle.

This May, join Wild India Bandhavgarh Jungle tour to see and photograph the majestic big cats in the jungles of Central India.

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About Bandhavgarh

Once the private hunting grounds of the rulers of the princely state of Rewa, Bandhavgarh was declared a National Park in 1968 and a Tiger Reserve in 1993 under the Project Tiger initiative.

Nestled within the Vindhya Mountain Range of Central India, the park derives its name from the highest hillock in the area, Bandhavgarh Hill (807 metres), atop which the ancient fort of the same name is located.

The park has a total area of 437 sq. Kms, comprising a core area of 105 sq. Kms (called the Tala Range) and a buffer zone of 332 sq. Kms. Currently only two zones within the national park – the Tala Range and the Magdhi Range – are open to tourists.

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Gallery

Here are few clicks from our previous trips. More clicks can be found on our facebook page at Wild India Eco Tours.

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Tour Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival at Jabalpur Airport by 1600 hrs (4:00 PM). Have a tea / snacks break en-route to the jungle resort at Bandhavgarh National Park. Briefing about Bandhavgarh wildlife followed by dinner and overnight at the resort.

Day 2: Start at 0500 hours (5:00 AM) for morning jungle safari with packed breakfast. Return to resort by 1100 hrs. Take some rest followed by lunch. Proceed for evening jungle safari by 1430 hours (2:30 PM). Return back to the resort post sunset. Spend the rest of the evening on wildlife discussions, post processing, reviewing images and so on followed by dinner. Overnight at the resort.

Day 3: Start at 0500 hours (5:00 AM) for morning jungle safari with packed breakfast. Return to resort by 1100 hrs. Take some rest followed by lunch. Proceed for evening jungle safari by 1430 hours (2:30 PM). Return back to the resort post sunset. Spend the rest of the evening on wildlife discussions, post processing, reviewing images and so on followed by dinner. Overnight at the resort.

Day 4: Start at 0500 hours (5:00 AM) for morning jungle safari with packed breakfast. Return to resort by 1100 hrs. Have an early lunch and checkout to proceed to Jabalpur airport.

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Birding at Sattal, Pangot and Chafi

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Tour Itinerary

Day 1: Half Day Birding at Sattal

  • Arrival at AnandVihar Railway Station (Delhi) & board train to Kathgodam
  • Tea & breakfast in Train (Journey time of approx 6 hrs)
  • Reach Kathgodam and proceed to Sattal via cab
  • Enroute welcome drink, light snacks and sharing birding plans
  • Reach the resort by 13:00 hrs, have lunch & some rest
  • Do the 1st bird-watching session @ Studio Area in evening
  • Team discussion & knowledge sharing session followed by Dinner

Day 2: Birding at Sattal

  • Have early morning tea & proceed for Birding session at studio & waterfall point with packed breakfast
  • Have lunch at restaurant near Sattal lake
  • Late afternoon & evening session at Sattal – church road
  • Team discussion & knowledge sharing session followed by Dinner

Day 3: Birding at Sattal – Chafi

  • Early morning bird-watching session at Garud tal – Sattal – bhital road
  • Tea & breakfast @ resort, checkout with packed lunch
  • Afternoon bird-watching at Chafi
  • Travel from Chafi to Pangot & check-in at resort in Pangot
  • Team discussion & knowledge sharing session followed by Dinner

Day 4: Birding at Pangot

  • Early morning tea followed by bird-watching session at Pangot trails with packed breakfast
  • Back to resort for lunch
  • Evening session at Pangot & Cheer Pheasant Point
  • Team discussion & knowledge sharing session followed by Dinner

Day 5: Half day bird-watching at Pangot & en-route Kathgodam

  • Early morning session at Pangot Trails with packed breakfast
  • Checkout
  • Drive to Kathgodam, lunch en-route and bird-watching along the way
  • Catch the afternoon train to Delhi. Evening snacks and dinner in train
  • Trip ends with loads of images & lovely experiences in the nature 🙂

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