Pangot and Sat Tal
Pangot - Birdwatching Tour
Overview
Located in the Indian state of Uttarakhand, Pangot is the epitome of natural beauty. Dotted with Oak and Pine trees and interspersed with gurgling brooks, this sleepy little hamlet plays host to a plethora of rare Himalayan species. Pangot has many amazing Nature Trails, the Trek to Cheena Peak via Kilbury being the most rewarding one.
Birds like Cheer Pheasant, Crested Kingfisher, Black-headed Jay, Slaty-backed Forktail, White-rumped Vulture, Himalayan Vulture and many different species of laughingthrush can be found playing hide and seek among the trees.
Pangot is a small hamlet in Uttarakhand which lies just 15 km from Nainital. Walking into Pangot is like stepping into a remote Himalayan village. This birdwatchers' paradise has 250+ species of birds in and around as recorded by Jungle Lore Birding Lodge. This Lodge is India's first and foremost birding lodge and has been key to birding success in the region.
The entire drive is through the forested area of Cheena Peak Range via Snow View Point and Kilbury, the main habitats for excellent birding. The forests of Pangot and surrounding areas are dominated by thick Oak, Pine and Rhododendron. The streams passing by the area makes it an even more attractive place. Nainital covers the tropical, subtropical, temperate, subalpine zones. One can see Crested Serpent, Mountain Hawk- & Black Eagles. Woodpeckers are Brown-fronted, Stripe-breasted, Rufous-bellied etc. Thrushes are Black-throated, Mistle, etc. Himalayan and Grey-crowned Prinias can be seen in the terraced fields. Warblers are Tickell's Leaf, Greenish, Grey-hooded etc. Flycatchers are Asian Brown, Rusty-tailed, Ultramarine, Verditer. Rufous-bellied Niltava, Himalayan Bluetail, Blue-capped Redstart. Laughingthrushes such as Streaked, White-throated, Striated & Chestnut-crowned can also be seen. Look for Upland Pipit, Blue-winged Minla, Whiskered Yuhina, Slaty-headed & Red-breasted Parakeets, Grey Bush Chat, Long-tailed & Grey-backed Shrikes, Common Kestrel, Besra, Chestnut-bellied Rock Thrush, and more. Black-headed Jay, Red-billed Blue Magpie, and Rufous Sibia are common birds here. Pheasants found here are Cheer, Koklass and Kalij. Rare species that can be seen here: Grey-crowned Prinia
At Sat Tal, the habitat offers species such as White-crested Laughingthrush, Rufous-gorgeted Flycatcher, Red-billed Leothrix, Siberian Rubythroat, Rock Bunting, etc. This scattered and forested area is one of the most pleasant destinations. Look for Rufous-chinned Laughingthrush, Rufous-breasted Accentor, Greater Yellownape, Speckled Piculet, Golden Bush Robin etc.
Meals: Dinner
Accommodation: Jungle Lore Birding Lodge
Arrive in Delhi, where you will be met by our representative and transferred to Pangot (320 kms / 07 hrs.). Arrive in Pangot in the evening. Our bird guide will take you around the lodge to introduce you to the common birds of the region.
Dinner and Overnight stay.
Species:
Greater Yellownape, Scaly-breasted Woodpecker and Speckled Piculet, Slaty-headed Parakeet, Spotted and Oriental Turtle Doves, Grey Bush Chat and Russet Sparrow, Indian, Oriental, Large Hawk- and Common Cuckoos, Large-billed Crow, Grey Treepie, Black-headed Jay, Maroon Oriole, Large Cuckooshrike, Rufous-naped, Black-throated & Yellow-browed Tits, Himalayan Black-lored and Green-backed Tits, White-tailed Nuthatch, Chestnut-bellied Nuthatch, Bar-tailed Treecreeper
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Accommodation: Jungle Lore Birding Lodge
Full day birding at Pangot.
These walks can be very rewarding. One can see Cheer, Koklass and Kalij Pheasants, Crested Serpent Eagle, Mountain Hawk-Eagle, woodpeckers such as Brown-fronted, Stripe-breasted, Rufous-bellied etc. Thrushes such as Black-throated, Mistle etc. Himalayan Prinia can be seen in the terraced fields. Warblers such as Tickell's Leaf, Greenish, Whistler’s, Grey-hooded, Flycatchers such as Asian Brown, Rusty-tailed, Ultramarine, Verditer, Tickell's Blue, Rufous-bellied Niltava, Himalayan Bluetail, Blue-capped Redstart, Laughingthrushes such as White-throated, Striated & Streaked, Chestnut-crowned etc. Look for accentors, Upland Pipit, Blue-winged Minla, Whiskered Yuhina, Slaty-headed & Red-breasted Parakeets, Grey Bush Chat, Long-tailed & Grey-backed Shrikes, Common Kestrel, Besra, Chestnut-bellied Rock Thrush etc. Streaked Laughingthrush is a common garden bird here
Dinner and overnight stay.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner in Pangot
Accommodation: Jungle Lore Birding Lodge
Early morning, go birding to Cheer Point to look for Cheer Pheasant and other species. You may even see a Leopard on the way. Return to resort for breakfast. Later go for a birding tour to Timla Pani and beyond.
Dinner and overnight stay at Jungle Lore Birding Lodge.
Meals: Breakfast, Packed Lunch and Dinner
Accommodation: Jungle Lore Birding Lodge
Today go for an excursion to Nainital (18 km / 50 min.). Activities include a Lake Tour ( Naldamyanti Lake, Eagle Lake, Hanuman Lake, Ram Lake, Sita Lake, Laxman Lake, Bharat Lake, Bhim Tal, Nachiketa Tal), or visiting Nainital Zoo. Return to Pangot in the evening.
Overnight stay
Note: These are the suggested sightseeing activities in a day, depending on your fitness and ability.
Meals: Breakfast, Packed Lunch and Dinner
Accommodation: Jungle Lore Birding Lodge
Today, you will spend the day in the nearby village of Sat Tal. Full day birding at Sat Tal Studio, Chafi and surrounding areas. Overnight stay.
Key Species: Rufous-throated & Hill Partridges, Red-Billed Leiothrix, Siberian Rubythroat, Ashy Bulbul, Mountain Bulbul
Note: Ask us for a checklist
Meals: Breakfast, Packed Lunch and Dinner
Accommodation: Jungle Lore Birding Lodge
Another full day of birding the Sat Tal studio and surrounding areas. Drive back to Pangot. Evening at leisure.
Overnight stay at Pangot.
Key species: Crested Serpent Eagle. Mountain Hawk-Eagle, Red-Billed Leiothrix, Siberian Rubythroat, Ashy Bulbul, Mountain Bulbul, Slaty-backed Forktail, Blue-winged Minla, Himalayan Shrike-babbler, Green Shrike-babbler
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: None
Enjoy a morning session of birding. Proceed to Delhi airport for your connecting flight back home. Tour ends.
Key species: Kalij Pheasant, Koklass Pheasant, Cheer Pheasant, Brown-fronted Woodpecker, Greater Yellownape, Lesser Yellownape, Grey-winged Blackbird, Grey-hooded Warbler, Black-faced Warbler
Highlights
- Bird species of the Kumaon region for photography
- Spectacular view of Nanda Devi and Trishul peaks
- Farm fresh Indian meals
- Kumaoni Delicacies
- Quaint lodges
- Serene Atmosphere
- Easy birding
- Nature Walks
- Glimpses of the beautiful landscape and lifestyle of Kumaon
Included
- Accommodation on twin sharing basis for 06 Nights in Jungle Lore Birding lodge Meals as per the itinerary
- 01 Day excursion to Nainital 02 Days Excursion to Sat Tal
- Birdwatching in Pangot Asian Adventures birding guide
- Dedicated vehicle for the entire trip ex-Delhi All Taxes
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