Delhi, Agra, Bandhavgarh National Park, Sat Tal, Pangot and Corbett National Park
Birds and Mammals of Central And North India
Overview
India is rich in wildlife, and no animal is a more famous ambassador of Wild India than the mighty Tiger. Join us on this journey to explore Central India, India’s wild heart, and the Western Himalayan foothills to explore the home of the Tiger in search of this mighty king, as well as meet and photograph the various birds and animals that share its home, from Asiatic Elephants and Leopards to Long-tailed Broadbills and Great Hornbills. This tour takes you to some of India’s best wildlife destinations to give you that truly wild Indian experience.
Our tour begins at the Bandhavgarh National Park in Madhya Pradesh. Known for having the highest density of Tigers in India, sightings at Bandhavgarh are unlike any other park. We will make our stay at the Monsoon Forest Resort near the Tala range and take excursions to the nearby Rancho village to catch a glimpse of the unique culture of the Baiga and Gond tribes.
Next, we visit the picturesque town of Sattal. We will spend the day here looking for some of the rarest Himalayan species including the Chestnut-headed Tesia, Greater and Lesser Yellownape, Blue-throated Barbet, and Black Bulbul to name a few.
Next on our list is Pangot. Covered with Oak and Pine trees and interspersed with gurgling brooks, Pangot is the ideal destination for birding. Here we will spot many endemic and migratory birds including Cheer Pheasant, Slaty-backed and Spotted Forktail, Black-headed Jay, and Streaked Laughingthrush. We will make our stay at the Jungle Lore Birding Lodge from where we will take trekking excursions to explore the beautiful nature trails of Pangot.
Our final destination is Corbett National Park, the abode of the fabled Royal Bengal Tigers. Set against the backdrop of Nainital hills, Corbett rivals all others for the title of being the most beautiful national park in the country. Here, we will take wildlife safaris through the park to explore the unique wildlife of Uttarakhand.
Meals: On Own
Accommodation: Hotel Jaypee Palace
Arrive at Delhi airport in the morning / mid-morning / afternoon. You will be met and transferred to Agra (4 hours’ drive). Arrive Agra in the afternoon/evening. Evening free for rest or visit local market. Overnight stay
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Air-conditioned Sleeper Class Train
Morning guided tour of Taj Mahal. Return to the hotel at 11 AM. Check-out at 12 noon and transfer to Indian city Restaurant for lunch (on direct payment). After lunch, guided tour of Red Fort. Early dinner will be served in a restaurant (on direct payment). Evening transfer to Agra station to connect overnight train to Katni at 2027 hrs. Overnight in air-conditioned sleeper class train
Meals: Lunch and Dinner in Bandhavgarh
Accommodation: Monsoon Forest
Arrive at Katni station in the morning at 0635 hrs. You will be met and transferred to Bandhavgarh National Park (2-2.5 hrs drive). Arrive at Monsoon Forest late breakfast (you might have to wait to get the room if not available upon arrival in the morning. Rooms will be allotted on a top priority basis). Afternoon jeep safari to the national park for tiger tracking and wildlife viewing. Overnight stay PS: Bandhavgarh National Park is closed every Wednesday afternoon for safaris.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner in Bandhavgarh
Accommodation: Monsoon Forest
Morning and afternoon jeep safaris to Bandhavgarh National Park for tiger tracking and birding. Overnight stay
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Hotel Savoy Suites in Noida
Morning at leisure. After late breakfast, drive to Jabalpur airport at 0930 – 1000 hrs (3.5 to 4 hours) to connect flight to Delhi at 1610 hrs (check-in time for this flight will be 1410 hrs / 15 KG luggage + 7 KG hand carry is allowed in all Indian domestic flights). Arrive in Delhi at 1755 hrs. You will be met and transferred to the hotel. Overnight stay
Meals: Breakfast in Noida, Lunch, and Dinner in Sat Tal
Accommodation: Hotel Lavanya or similar
Breakfast will be served at 0600 hrs. Check-out at 06:30 hrs and drive to Sat Tal. Arrive Sat Tal for late lunch. Rest of the day birding in Sat Tal. Overnight stay
The habitat offers species such as:
White-crested Laughing Thrush, Rufous-gorgeted Flycatcher, Red-billed Leothrix, Siberian Rubythroat, Rock Bunting etc. This scattered and deliberately undeveloped area is one of the most pleasant destinations. Look for Rufous-chinned & White Crested Laughing Thrush, Rufous-breasted Accentor, Greater Yellow-naped Flameback, Speckled Piculet, Golden Bush Robin etc
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Accommodation: Hotel Lavanya or similar
We spend one more day here for excellent birding with a guide. You will visit the hotspots and stake-outs of the key species. Overnight stay
Meals: Breakfast in Sat Tal, Lunch and Dinner in Pangot
Accommodation: Jungle Lore Birding Lodge
Morning birding in Sat Tal. After breakfast, check out at 0900 hrs and drive to Pangot (02 hours drive). Arrive at Pangot for lunch. Evening birding in Pangot. Overnight stay
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner in Pangot
Accommodation: Jungle Lore Birding Lodge
Another day of birding at Pangot village, Baggar and Gughu Khan Overnight stay
One can see Cheer, Koklas,s, and Khalij, Crested Serpent-eagle, Mountain Hawk-eagle, Woodpeckers such as Brown-fronted, Stripe Breasted, Rufous-bellied, etc. Thrushes such as Dark- throated, Mistle, etc. Striated Prinia can be seen in the terraced fields. Warblers such as Tickell's Leaf-warbler, Greenish, Golden-spectacled, Grey-hooded. Flycatchers such as Asian Brown, Rusty Tailed, Ultramarine, Verditer, Tickell's Blue, Rufous-bellied Niltava, etc., Orange-flanked Bush Robin, Blue-capped Redstart Laughingthrushes such as White-throated, Striated & Streaked, Chestnut-crowned, etc. Look for Accentor, Upland Pipit, Blue Winged Minla, Whiskered Yuhina, etc. Slaty-headed & Red-breasted Parakeet, Grey Bushchat, Long-tailed & Grey-backed Shrike, Common Kestrel, Besra, Chestnut Bellied Rock Thrush, etc. Streaked Laughingthrush is a common garden bird here
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch in Pangot, Dinner in Tiger Camp
Accommodation: Tiger Camp
Morning birding in Pangot. After lunch, drive to Corbett National Park (Tiger Camp) stopping en route at a few birding points. Arrive Hotel in the Evening. Overnight stay
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and dinner in Tiger Camp
Accommodation: Tiger Camp
Morning and afternoon jeep safaris to the national park for tiger tracking and birding. Duration of each ride will be 03 to 04 hours and will be conducted in the morning and afternoons. Both rides on each day will be with the best possible combination of safari zone and will be productive for birding too. All meals will be served in the restaurant of Hotel. Overnight stay
Meals: Breakfast and Lunch in Tiger Camp
Accommodation: Hotel Shanti Palace or similar
Enjoy the final morning jeep safari. Early lunch and check-out. Drive back to Delhi (7-8 hours journey). Arrive in Delhi in the evening. Overnight stay
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: None
After breakfast, transfer to Delhi airport to connect flight back to home. Tour Ends.
Highlights
- A large list of bird species
- Farm fresh Indian meals
- Quaint lodges and camps
- Great birding experience
- Tiger Tracking
- A large variety of other mammals
- One of the most popular Tiger tours
- High success rate with Tiger sightings and other Mammals
- Glimpses of the beautiful landscape, architecture and lifestyle of central & North India
Included
- Accommodation on twin / single sharing basis All Meals as per the itinerary
- Monument guide in Agra Overnight train ticket (Agra – Katni) in 02 Tier
- All Jeep safaris in Bandhavgarh Bandhavgarh Park entrance fee
- Domestic flight (Jabalpur – Delhi) Birding in Sat Tal & Pangot All Jeep safaris in Corbett National Park
- Corbett Nataional Park entrance fee Birding guides in Sat Tal, Pangot and Corbett area
- All surface transfers by air-conditioned vehicle All taxes
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