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Birding & Wildlife

BIRDING & WILDLIFE EXPEDITION

Experience the breathtaking landscapes of the Indian Himalayas on this 12-day birding and wildlife expedition. Journey through the renowned birding destinations of Chopta, Pangot, Sattal, and Corbett Tiger Reserve, exploring alpine forests, mountain valleys, freshwater lakes, and Terai grasslands. Guided by expert naturalists, search for iconic Himalayan birds, elusive pheasants, raptors, and rich wildlife, including Bengal Tigers, Asian Elephants, and Leopards.

Trip Highlights

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Explore four of North India's premier birding destinations—Chopta, Pangot, Sattal, and Corbett Tiger Reserve.
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Search for Himalayan specialties including the Himalayan Monal, Koklass Pheasant, Cheer Pheasant, Fire-tailed Sunbird, Wallcreeper, and Great Hornbill.
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Enjoy multiple guided birdwatching sessions through alpine forests, oak woodlands, freshwater lakes, and Himalayan river valleys.

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Experience thrilling jeep safaris in Corbett Tiger Reserve, India's oldest national park and one of the country's finest tiger habitats.
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Spot iconic wildlife including Bengal Tigers, Asian Elephants, Leopards, Gharials, Smooth-coated Otters, and Himalayan Gorals.
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Photograph an incredible diversity of birds, raptors, kingfishers, hornbills, and forest species across varied Himalayan ecosystems.

BIRDING & WILDLIFE EXPEDITION

Embark on a 12-day Himalayan birding and wildlife adventure through Chopta, Pangot, Sattal, and Corbett, discovering rare birds, iconic wildlife, and spectacular mountain landscapes

Day 1: Arrive Delhi
Arrive in Delhi and meet your tour leader before transferring to your hotel. If time permits, enjoy an introductory birding walk in nearby parks, where you may spot Indian Peafowl, Indian Grey Hornbill, Rose-ringed Parakeet, White-throated Kingfisher, and other common North Indian bird species.
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Day 2: Delhi – Chopta
Journey from Delhi to the scenic Himalayan village of Chopta, nestled within the Kedarnath Wildlife Sanctuary. Surrounded by rhododendron, oak, and deodar forests, this premier birding destination offers your first opportunity to search for Himalayan specialties, including the Himalayan Monal, Koklass Pheasant, Fire-tailed Sunbird, and Himalayan Bluetail, along with mammals such as Himalayan Goral and Yellow-throated Marten.
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Day 3: Full Day Birding in Chopta
Spend a full day exploring the diverse birding habitats of Bhulkan and Dhotidhar, covering different elevations within the Kedarnath Wildlife Sanctuary. Search for Himalayan specialties including the Cheer Pheasant, Wallcreeper, Golden Eagle, Himalayan Griffon, Red-headed Bullfinch, and a variety of finches, owls, and mountain birds, with opportunities to spot Himalayan Goral, Langur, and other wildlife.
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Day 4: Chopta – Pangot
Journey through the breathtaking landscapes of the Kumaon Himalayas to Pangot, one of India's premier birding destinations. Enjoy an evening birdwatching session around the lodge in search of Himalayan specialties, including the Great Barbet, Blue-winged Minla, Rufous Sibia, Verditer Flycatcher, Ultramarine Flycatcher, and White-throated Laughingthrush, with chances to spot Himalayan Langurs and Yellow-throated Martens.
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Day 5: Pangot Birding
Spend a full day exploring Pangot's oak and pine forests, one of the Kumaon Himalayas' premier birding destinations. Search for Himalayan specialties including the Cheer Pheasant, Kalij Pheasant, Greater Yellownape, Speckled Piculet, Rufous-bellied Woodpecker, and a variety of babblers, yuhinas, and woodland birds, with opportunities to spot Himalayan Goral and Yellow-throated Marten.
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Day 6: Pangot – Sattal
Drive to Sattal, a renowned Himalayan birding destination famous for its seven interconnected freshwater lakes surrounded by lush broadleaf forests. Enjoy an afternoon birdwatching session around the lakes, searching for Great Barbet, Crested Kingfisher, Brown Dipper, Blue Whistling Thrush, Slaty-headed Parakeet, and other forest and wetland species, with opportunities to spot Yellow-throated Marten and Himalayan Palm Civet.
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Day 7: Full Day Birding at Sattal
Spend a full day exploring the forest trails, Chanfi River, and surrounding villages of Sattal, one of the Himalayas' most productive birding destinations. Search for Fire-breasted Flowerpeckers, Long-tailed Broadbills, Red-billed Leiothrix, Himalayan Bluetails, Brown Dippers, Crested Kingfishers, and other Himalayan specialties, with chances to encounter Yellow-throated Martens and Himalayan Palm Civets.
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Day 8: Sattal – Corbett Tiger Reserve
After breakfast, drive to Corbett Tiger Reserve, India's oldest national park and one of its premier wildlife destinations. Enjoy an afternoon birding session along the scenic Kosi River and surrounding forests, searching for Great Hornbills, Crested Serpent Eagles, Brown Fish Owls, River Lapwings, and other riverine bird species, with opportunities to spot Asian Elephants, Sambar Deer, and Chital.
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Day 9: Corbett Tiger Reserve
Experience thrilling morning and afternoon jeep safaris through different zones of Corbett Tiger Reserve, exploring its diverse forests, grasslands, and river habitats. Search for iconic wildlife including the Bengal Tiger, Asian Elephant, Leopard, Gharial, and Smooth-coated Otter, alongside an impressive variety of birds such as Great Hornbills, Pallas's Fish Eagles, Crested Kingfishers, and Changeable Hawk-Eagles.
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Day 10: Corbett Tiger Reserve
Begin the day with an exciting wildlife safari through Corbett Tiger Reserve before spending the afternoon photographing birds along the scenic Ramganga River. This productive riverine habitat offers outstanding opportunities to observe raptors, kingfishers, hornbills, and a variety of waterbirds in their natural environment.
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Day 11: Corbett Tiger Reserve
Spend your final full day exploring Corbett Tiger Reserve's diverse habitats, including riverine forests, expansive grasslands, and dense Sal forests. Enjoy another opportunity to spot the elusive Bengal Tiger while adding more raptors, hornbills, kingfishers, and other remarkable bird species to your expedition list.
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Day 12: Corbett – Delhi
After breakfast, drive back to Delhi. Transfer to the International Airport for your onward flight carrying unforgettable memories of the magnificent birds, mammals and landscapes of the Indian Himalayas and the Terai forests.
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Robin is an experienced naturalist and wildlife photography guide with over 10 years of professional field experience leading birding, wildlife, and photography tours across India and neighboring countries. Born and raised near the world-renowned Keoladeo National Park, Robin developed a deep passion for birds and wildlife from an early age, inspired by the extraordinary biodiversity of the region.

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