Special North India Bird & Wildlife Tour for Disabled & Elderly

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Special North India Bird & Wildlife Tour for Disabled & Elderly Delhi, Sultanpur National Park, Keoladeo National Park, National Chambal Sanctuary, Nainital region and Corbett National Park

Best Time: Mid-November to March Duration: 18 Days Tour Pace: Easy to Moderate Minimum tour participants: 02 Maximum tour participants: 04 Transport for 02 birders: 06-Seater car (modified to 3-Seater to park a wheel chair) Transport for 04 birders: 09-Seater Tempo Traveller (modified to 5-Seater to park two-wheel chairs) Birding guide: Asian Adventures Guides Tour Code: 123

Description

This tour takes you to the best birding sites of North India (such as Sultanpur Bird Sanctuary, Keoladeo National Park and National Chambal Sanctuary and Himalayan Foothills) & best Tiger Park Uttarakhand (Corbett National Park) along with the must do visit to the iconic Taj Mahal (Optional).

Sultanpur Bird Sanctuary

Situated 48 km from Delhi, Sultanpur National Park is a haven for birds, both resident and migratory. During the winter months, it attracts more than 100 varieties of migratory bird species. Although the migratory birds are the prime attraction of the park, the sight of over 150 resident bird species also promise to enthrall bird watchers. The resident population of birds includes Black-necked Stork, Egrets & Herons in large numbers, Indian Roller, Kingfishers such as White-throated, Common and Pied, Grey Hornbill, Red-collared Dove, Red & Yellow-wattled Lapwing, Rose Ringed & Alexandrine Parakeet, Thick-billed Flowerpecker, Indian Courser, Sarus Crane, Spotted Owlet, etc. Note: The park remains closed on every Tuesday

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Keoladeo National Park

Keoladeo Ghana National Park in Rajasthan was declared a World Heritage Site in 1985. It was one of the most outstanding wetland reserves in Asia. Especially during the winters, as monsoons refill the shallow marshes, it attracts thousands of waterfowl, herons, storks, cranes, waders, owls & raptors. Spotting scores of them together dotting the marshes is also an unforgettable visual treat. The compactness of the area makes it possible to see over a hundred species in a stay of just a few days. At Bharatpur, we will arrange a private cycle rickshaw guide for you to explore the park in a unique way.

National Chambal Sanctuary

River Chambal is one of the country’s most beautiful and least polluted river systems. The National Chambal Sanctuary was formed to protect this pristine river eco- system. Over 290 species of resident and migratory bird species, including large nesting colonies of the rare Indian Skimmer, as well as Marsh Crocodiles (Muggers), Gharial (Gavials), eight species Turtles, and highly endangered Gangetic River Dolphin are found here. Best explored on boats, you will be impressed by the calm and serene beauty and the numerous sightings this river offers. The highlights usually are Indian skimmer, Black-bellied Tern, Flocks of migratory waterfowl, Cranes such as Common, Demoiselle and Sarus, etc.

Agra

A trip to India seems incomplete without a visit to the most iconic manmade structure in the world, the Taj Mahal, where we shall take you next. Built by Shah Jahan as the symbol for undying love for his wife Mumtaz Mahal, the sight of the white marble structure does take the breath away. Note: Taj Mahal remains closed on every Friday

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Corbett National Park

It was named in the honor of Jim Corbett, a legendary hunter-turned- conservationist, best known for hunting man-eating tigers and leopards in the 1920s. Corbett Park is a popular retreat for wildlife and nature enthusiasts. It provides a great opportunity for viewing wildlife, especially the tiger in its natural habitat. The mammals include the Tiger, Leopard, Elephant, 4 species of deer, Nilgai, Gharial, Wild Boar, Hedgehog, Common Musk Shrew, Flying Fox, Indian Pangolin, 3 species of Civets, Himalayan & Sloth Bear, Jackal & Red Fox, Smooth Indian Otter etc. The park is very rich in reptiles including King Cobra. Nearly 600 species of birds dwell here such Long- tailed Nightjar, Jungle owlet, Spot-bellied Owl, Bristled Grassbird, Black Francolin, Purple & Crimson Sunbird, Golden-Fronted & Orange-Bellied Leafbird, Hen Harrier, Changeable & Mountain Hawk-Eagle, and many more etc.

Pangot and Sat Tal region:

Pangot is one such beautiful hamlet in the state of Uttarakhand which lies just 15 km from the city of lake, Nainital. Walking into Pangot is like stepping into a remote Himalayan village. This birdwatchers' paradise has more than 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 even more attractive place. The district of Nainital covers the tropical, sub-tropical, temperate, sub-alpine and alpine zones. The terai & bhabar belt presents the climate of the plains while the deep valleys with elevation upto 1000 Mts. play host to varied types of animal, birds, trees typical of hills as well as plains

Itinerary overview

Day 01: Arrive Delhi

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Day 02: Delhi (Sultanpur Bird Sanctuary visit) Day 03: Drive to Bharatpur Day 04: Keoladeo National Park Day 05: Keoladeo National Park Day 06: Keoladeo National Park Day 07: Bharatpur to National Chambal Sanctuary Day 08: National Chambal Sanctuary Day 09: Chambal to Noida Day 10: Noida to Pangot Day 11: Nainital to Pangot - Nainital Day 12: Nainital to Pangot - Nainital Day 13: Nainital to Sat Tal - Nainital Day 14: Pangot to Corbett National Park Day 15: Corbett National Park Day 16: Corbett National Park Day 17: Corbett to Delhi Day 18: Flight back to home.

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Highlights

➢ A large list of bird species ➢ Farm fresh Indian meals ➢ Quaint lodges ➢ Easy birding ➢ Tiger Tracking ➢ A large variety of other mammals

ITINERARY

Day 01: Arrive Delhi Meals included: on own Accommodation: Hotel Eros or similar

Arrive Delhi airport at noon / evening. You will be met and transferred to Hotel Eros. Our representative will brief you about your tour. Rest of the day at leisure. Overnight stay

Day 02: Delhi (Sultanpur visit) Meals included: Breakfast Accommodation: Hotel Eros or similar

Your guide and drive will meet you at 0730 hrs and will take you to Sultanpur National Park (1.5 hours’ drive / subject to traffic) for half day or full day birding. Overnight stay

Day 03: Delhi to Bharatpur Meals: Breakfast in Delhi, Dinner in Bharatpur Accommodation: Laxmi Vilas Palace or similar

After breakfast, check-out at 0700 hrs and drive to Bharatpur (6 hours / subject to traffic). Arrive Bharatpur in the early afternoon. Evening relax, or you can go for birding in the fields outside the park. Overnight stay

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Day 04, 05 & 06: Bharatpur Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Accommodation: Laxmi Vilas Palace or similar

Three full days for birding in Keoladeo National Park. Overnight stay

Day 07: Bharatpur to National Chambal Sanctuary Meals: Breakfast and early Lunch in Bharatpur, Dinner in Chambal Accommodation: Chambal Safari Lodge or similar

Morning at leisure. After early Lunch, drive to National Chambal Sanctuary (3.5-hours drive). Arrive Chambal in the late afternoon. Evening birding in the lodge premises. Overnight stay.

Day 08: National Chambal Sanctuary Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Accommodation: Chambal Safari Lodge or similar

After breakfast, Boat cruise with a guide to see Indian skimmer, black-bellied tern, flocks of migratory waterfowl, cranes such as common, demoiselle and sarus; fish- eating crocodile and marsh mugger; Gangetic dolphin; turtles etc. Return to the lodge for Lunch. Evening biding around the lodge. Overnight stay

Day 09: Chambal to Noida Meals: Breakfast and Lunch in Chambal Accommodation: Hotel Savoy Suites or similar

Morning birding or relax. After early Lunch, drive back to Noida (5-6 hours / subject to traffic). Arrive Noida in the evening. Overnight stay

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Day 10: Delhi to Nainital Meals: Breakfast in Delhi and Dinner in Nainital Accommodation: Vikram Vintage Inn or similar

After breakfast, check-out and drive to Nainital (7 hours’ drive / subject to traffic). Arrive Nainital in the late afternoon. Evening relaxes. Overnight stay

Day 11 & 12: Nainital (Pangot) Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Accommodation: Vikram Vintage Inn or similar

Two days of birding at Pangot village, Baggar and Gughu Khan. These walks can be very rewarding. Overnight stay at the lodge.

Day 13: Day Excursion to Sat Tal Meals: Breakfast and Dinner Nainital. Accommodation: Vikram Vintage Inn or similar

Full day birding in Sat Tal. One can see a variety of Overnight stay

Day 14: Nainital to Corbett National Park

Meals: Breakfast in Nainital, Dinner in Corbett Accommodation: Tiger Camp or similar

Morning drive to Corbett stopping en route at Dabka causeway to look for ashy crowned sparrow lark and for birding at Corbett Falls. Arrive Corbett in the late afternoon. Evening birding at Kosi River or Kumeria. Overnight stay at

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Day 15 & 16: Corbett National Park Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Accommodation: Tiger Camp or similar

In the morning and afternoon, you will be taken for a 4WD safari to Bijrani / Jhirna / Sitabani range forest for tiger tracking and wildlife viewing. The duration of safari is about three hours and is conducted early morning and in the afternoon till sunset. Each jeep can seat upto four persons comfortably, but you will have exclusive jeep for each ride. Besides the visitors, the jeep has an expert driver and a nature guide. Overnight stay

Day 17: Corbett to Delhi Meals: Breakfast in Corbett Accommodation: Hotel Eros or similar

After breakfast, drive back to Delhi (7-hours drive / subject to traffic). Arrive Delhi in the late afternoon / evening. Overnight stay at Hotel Eros.

Day 18: Delhi to Departure Meals: Breakfast

Morning transfer to Delhi airport to connect flight back to home. Tour ends.

Tour cost (per person) - US $ 4200 (minimum 02 paying persons) Validity: June 2019

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Services includes only:

• Accommodation on Twin sharing basis • Meals as per the itinerary • Sultanpur visit with park entrance fee • Rickshaw ride in Bharatpur • Park entry fee of Bharatpur (once a day only) • 01 boat Cruise in Chambal with park entrance fee • Birding in Pangot & Sat Tal area • All safaris (04 rides) in Corbett National Park • Corbett park entrance fee and park wildlife guide • Asian Adventures guide for full trip • Dedicated transport for 18 days • All taxes

Above cost does not include:

• Optional Tours, tips, laundry, drinks, bottled water, Camera fee few meals and Elephant ride • International Air fare, visa, insurance and monument entrance fee

Passport details required of all the participants for booking safaris & tickets

• Full Names as mentioned on passport • Gender • Date of Birth • Nationality • Passport Number; Issue & Expiry Date