India Bird Watching Tour
Starting price :
$3467
Duration :
15 Nights / 16 Days
Start city :
Delhi
The India Birdwatching Tour by Colourful Asia is a 16-day journey through India’s most iconic birding destinations, starting in Delhi and covering areas like Bharatpur, Ranthambore, and Kumbhalgarh. The itinerary blends expert-led birdwatching with cultural landmarks, offering sightings of over 350 bird species in varied habitats such as wetlands, forests, and arid zones.
- Sultanpur Bird Sanctuary: Spot migratory and resident birds like the Indian Courser and Sarus Crane.
- Bharatpur National Park: Explore on rickshaw rides, observing species such as the Jungle Bush-Quail and Baikal Teal.
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Sariska National Park: Morning game drives to see birds like the Eurasian Spoonbill and Jungle Babbler.
- Ranthambore National Park: Opportunities to see the Indian Courser, Black Stork, and possibly tigers.
- Kumbhalgarh Wildlife Sanctuary: Home to birds like the Changeable Hawk Eagle and Plum-headed Parakeet.
- Selli Dam: A haven for various bird species, offering serene birdwatching experiences.
- Cultural Sites: Visit the iconic Taj Mahal and engage with local communities in villages like Narlai.
Itinerary
Day 1 | Arrival Delhi
Meeting and assistance at New Delhi airport. Transfer to Hotel for overnight stay. Time permitting, brief interaction with trip leader.
Hotel: The Claridges
Overnight :Delhi
Day 2 | Delhi
At 6.30 AM drive to Sultanpur bird sanctuary. Explore the various species of migrated birds like brook's leaf walber, Indian courser, sarus, black necked crane, Indian spotted eagle, baikal teal and more. Return to Hotel. Afterwards visit Chandni chowk, visit the sikh tempe. Drive past presidential estate and other government buildings, photo stop at India gate. Return to hotel for overnight stay.
Hotel: The Clarides
Overnight :Delhi
Day 3 | Delhi - Agra - Bharatpur
Drive to Bharatpur (280 Kms / 06hours) Check out from the Hotel at 7 AM and drive to Okhla bird sanctuary. Visit the bird sanctuary and you will spot birds like striated babbler, white tailed stonechat, striated grass bird, sarus, greater flamingo. Continue drive to Agra. Visit Taj mahal and Agra fort. Drive to Bharatpur for overnight stay.
Hotel: Laxmi Vilas Palace
Overnight :Bharatpur
Day 4 | Bharatpur
Morning and afternoon visits to Bharatpur national park on Rickshaw. Some of the uncommomn species found in the bharatpur national park are Jungle Bush-Quail, Marbled Teal, Greater white-fronted Goose, Common Shelduck, Mallard, Baikal teal, Greater Scaup and European roller.
Hotel: Laxmi Vilas Palace
Overnight :Bharatpur
Day 5 | Bharatpur - Kalakho - Vanaashraya
Drive to Vanaashraya and make a stop at Kalakho (200 Kms / 4.5 hours). Visit the organic farm and dairy farm. Spot the bird species in Kalakho and few of the species found in Kalakho are Grey partridge, Lapwing, Sand Grouse, wood pecker, Indian Weaver Bird, Humming Bird, Mineuvets and Painted Spur Fowl. Lunch at Umaid lake palace. Continue drive to Vanaashraya.
Hotel: Vanaashraya
Overnight :Vanaashraya
Day 6 | Vanaashraya
Morning game drive in Sariska national park for bird watching. Explore other flora and fauna of national park. Among the commonly sighted birds at the Sariska national park are oriental White-eye, Small Buttonquail, Black Ibis, Lesser Whitethroat, Eurasian Spoonbill, Barn Owl, Common Hoopoe, Jungle Babbler and Tawny-bellied Babbler. In the afternoon take a village walk and visit a local school.
Hotel: Vanaashraya
Overnight :Vanaashraya
Day 7 | Vanaashraya - Ranthambore
Drive to Ranthambore (170 Kms / 04 hours). Ranthambore National Park is one of the biggest and most renowned national park in Northern India. Being considered as one of the former hunting grounds of the Maharajas of Jaipur, today the Ranthambore National Park terrain is major wildlife tourist attraction spot that has pulled the attention of many wildlife photographers and lovers to this destination.
Hotel: Ranthambore Kothi
Overnight :Ranthambore
Day 8 | Ranthambore
Morning and evening game drives in Ranthambore national park. In Ranthambore one can see black stork, glossy ibis, Savannah nightjar, great thicknee and Indian Courser. Apart from birdwatching, chances of spotting a tiger are also high.
Hotel: Ranthambore Kothi
Overnight :Ranthambore
Day 9 | Ranthambore - Kumbhalgarh
Drive to Kumbhalgarh (380 Kms / 08 hours). It will be a long drive today. Start early in the morning. Make enroute stops in the countryside for stretching legs, lunch and tea. break.
Hotel: The Aodhi
Overnight :Kumbhalgarh
Day 10 | Kumbhalgarh
Make an excursion to Kumbhalgarh wildlife sanctuary to explore the birds. Few of the bird species found in kumbhalgarh are Changeable Hawk Eagle, Scaly Breasted Munia, Grey Junglefowl, Indian Scoops Owl and Plum headed Parakeet. In the afternoon, relax by the pool of The Aodhi.
Hotel: The Aodhi
Overnight :Kumbhalgarh
Day 11 | Kumbhalgarh - Narlai
Drive to Narlai (65 Kms / 02 hours). A beautiful retreat in the countryside. Visit Ranakpur enroute. In the afternoon visit the Selli Dam - A short drive away from Narlai, The dam is home to many species of birds.
Hotel: Rawala Narlai
Overnight :Narlai
Day 12 | Narlai
Today you will have the opportunity to explore Narlai village and opportunity to interact with locals. You may make a visit to the nearby temple.
Hotel: Rawala Narlai
Overnight :Narlai
Day 13 | Narlai - Manvar
Drive to manvar (240 Kms / 05 hours) and check in at the desert resort. Manvar - an area far, far away from the sounds and sights of urban chaos and closer to the captivating quietude of rural Rajasthan.
Hotel: Manvar Resort
Overnight :Manvar
Day 14 | Excursion to Khichan
Make an excursion to Khichan village (70 Kms one way / 1.5 hours)- The village is known for a large number of demoiselle cranes that visit here every winter.
Hotel: Manvar Resort
Overnight :Manvar
Day 15 | Manvar - Jodhpur
Drive to Jodhpur (160 Kms / 03 hours). Make a visit the imposing Mehrangarh fort - perhaps the most magnificent fort in Rajasthan. Also visit Jaswantthada. Make a visit to the local market of Jodhpur.
Hotel: Ratan Vilas
Overnight :Jodhpur
Day 16 | Jodhpur - Delhi and Leave Delhi
Transfer to airport to board flight for Delhi (6E 2203 / 1230 - 1345 HRS). On arrival, change your flight for UK.
Inclusions
- Accommodation on twin sharing basis for 15 nights.
- Daily breakfast at hotels, except stay at Ranthambore, Sariska and Manvar on full board basis
- All transfers, sightseeing and transport services using AC Toyota Crysta Car
- Meeting and assistance at the hotel and airport by our representative
- Services of accompanying English speaking guide cum naturalist for the trip
- Applicable monument entrance fee during visits
- 01 game drive in Sariska National park using Exclusive Jeep
- 02 game drives in Ranthambore National park using Exclusive Jeep
- Visits to bird sanctuaries as mentioned in the program
- All presently applicable taxes
Exclusions
- Visa Charges, Airfare or Airport taxes, camera, video charges , expenses of personal nature like tips, drinks, laundry etc.
- Any peak period supplements
- Any Mandatory Christmas and New Year Eve Supplements
- Anything not mentioned in price inclusions column
Add-ons
- We offer a choice of add on activities / optional experiences in our trips. Should you wish to explore more and dive into the local culture, kindly ask our experts.
Note :- Above given domestic airfare is dynamic and subject to change at the time of booking. Further, given airfare is non- refundable and non-endorsable. Check in baggage limit is 15 KGS and hand baggage limit is 7 KGS on domestic flights in India.
Spotlight Of Tour
Duration : 15 Nights / 16 Days
Starting price : $90 Per Person
Route : Delhi – Agra – Bharatpur –kalakho – Vanaashraya – Ranthambore – Kumbhalgarh – Narlai – Manvar – Jodhpur