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12 Day Himalayan Birding and Tiger Tour
By World of Wild
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Features
- Free cancellation available
- 12d
- Mobile voucher
- Instant confirmation
- Selective hotel pickup
Overview
The Himalayan Birding and Tiger Tour is a 12-day expedition that offers a unique blend of birdwatching and wildlife safaris in India. Starting in the stunning Western Himalayas, this journey includes 8 days dedicated to birding in diverse habitats, from lofty forests to lowland valleys. Two photography hide sessions provide excellent opportunities for capturing the region's avian wonders, while four tiger safaris ensure ample time to observe tigers in their natural habitat. With a maximum of eight guests, personalized attention and flexibility enhance the experience, making it ideal for nature enthusiasts and photographers alike.
- 12 days of immersive birding and wildlife experiences
- Explore high-altitude Himalayan forests and valleys
- Includes two dedicated photography hide sessions for bird photography
- Four tiger safaris in Corbett National Park for wildlife viewing
Activity location
- Mandal
- Mandal, Uttarakhand, India
Meeting/Redemption Point
- Indira Gandhi International Airport
- 110037, New Delhi, Delhi, India
Multiple meeting/redemption points available, see location information for full list
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12 Day Himalayan Birding and Tiger Tour in English
Earn $180.00- 12d
- Opening hours: Thu 1:00am-11:30pm
- English
Pickup included
Language options: English
Price details
$3,000.00 x 2 Youths$6,000.00
Total
includes taxes & fees
What's included, what's not
- Entry fee to all the parks and forests
- Camera Fee
- Laundry and Personal Expenses
Know before you book
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Activity itinerary
Day 1: Into the Himalayas
- 1 stop
- Meals: lunch, snacks
- Accommodation: Overnight at Mandal
Mandal (Pass by)
We meet in Dehradun and begin our journey into the Garhwal Himalayas. As the road climbs into the mountains, the landscape gradually changes from the Himalayan foothills to temperate forest.
Today is primarily a travel day, with no scheduled birding. We arrive in Mandal and settle in for the start of our Himalayan birding.
Day 2: Birding the Forests of Mandal
- 1 stop
- Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
- Accommodation: Night at Mandal
Mandal (Pass by)
Our first full day in the field is spent exploring the forests around Mandal. These mixed Himalayan forests support an excellent variety of birds and give us a gentle introduction to birding at this elevation.
We will look for species such as Scarlet Finch, Spot-winged Grosbeak, Yellow-billed Blue Magpie, Yellow-breasted Greenfinch, Golden Bush Robin and several species of woodpeckers, along with the many mixed feeding flocks that move through these forests.
Day 3: In Search of the Himalayan Monal
- 1 stop
- Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
- Accommodation: Overnight at Mandal
Chopta (Pass by)
Today we move higher towards Chopta in search of one of the most sought-after birds of the Himalayas, the spectacular Himalayan Monal.
The higher elevations also give us opportunities for Snow Pigeon and mountain woodpeckers, while the open skies can produce impressive raptors including Himalayan Griffon and Lammergeier.
We spend the day exploring different elevations according to bird activity and weather conditions.
Day 4: Birding towards Tungnath
- 1 stop
- Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
- Accommodation: Overnight at Mandal
Tungnath Temple (Pass by)
Subject to weather and trail conditions, we head towards Tungnath for our highest-altitude birding of the expedition.
Our main targets here include Snow Partridge, Snow Pigeon and several species of accentors, together with other birds of the high Himalayan slopes.
The Tungnath excursion is weather dependent. Snow and trail conditions can change quickly in the Himalayas, particularly during the January departure, and an alternative high-altitude birding plan will be used if necessary.
Day 5: Birding the Makku Region
- 1 stop
- Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
- Accommodation: Overnight at Mandal
Makku Math (Pass by)
We explore the forests and valleys around Makku, with particular attention to one of the region's more unusual Himalayan specialities, the Yellow-rumped Honeyguide.
The surrounding forests can also be productive for a wide variety of Himalayan birds, and we will adjust our route according to recent sightings and activity in the field.
Day 6: Morning Birding & Journey to Sattal
- 1 stop
- Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
- Accommodation: Overnight at Sattal
Sattal (Pass by)
We have a final morning birding session around Mandal before leaving for Sattal.
The drive takes us through a changing Himalayan landscape as we move towards the lower-elevation forests and lakes that will form the next part of our expedition.
Day 7: Hide Photography, Forest Trails & Chanfi
- 1 stop
- Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
- Accommodation: Overnight at Sattal
Sattal (Pass by)
We begin early with our first dedicated photography hide session. The hides around Sattal can offer close views of a variety of forest birds and provide excellent opportunities for photography.
After the hide session, we explore some of Sattal's forest trails. Later in the afternoon we move towards the Chanfi river area, where riverine habitat adds a completely different set of possibilities.
As evening approaches, we will also keep an eye and ear out for owls and other birds that become active towards dusk.
Day 8: Birding the Ranikhet Hills
- 1 stop
- Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
- Accommodation: Overnight at Sattal
Sattal (Pass by)
Today we make a day excursion towards Ranikhet, exploring its pine, oak and mixed forest habitats for a different selection of Himalayan birds.
After birding through the day, we return to Sattal in time for an evening session around the local forest and lake areas if conditions allow.
Day 9: A Second Hide & the Forests of Sattal
- 1 stop
- Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
- Accommodation: Overnight at Sattal
Sattal (Pass by)
Our second hide session gives us another opportunity for close bird photography, often with different activity and light from our first morning.
We then spend the rest of the day birding the forest trails and lake areas around Sattal, allowing time to revisit productive locations and search for species we may have missed earlier.
Day 10: From Birding Country to Tiger Country
- 1 stop
- Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
- Accommodation: Overnight at Ramnagar
Jim Corbett National Park (Pass by)
We begin with a final birding session close to our Sattal base before leaving for Corbett.
After arriving and settling in, we head into the national park for our first afternoon safari. The focus now changes from Himalayan birding to the forests, grasslands and wildlife of tiger country.
Day 11: A Full Day in Tiger Country
- 1 stop
- Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
- Accommodation: Overnight at Ramnagar
Jim Corbett National Park (Pass by)
Today is devoted entirely to wildlife, with both morning and afternoon safari drives.
Tiger is naturally one of our main hopes, but Corbett offers much more. Asian Elephant, deer, primates, raptors, hornbills and a remarkable diversity of forest wildlife all form part of the safari experience.
Travellers interested in exploring more safari experiences across India can also see our India Wildlife Tours .
Between the two drives we return to our lodge for breakfast, lunch and some rest before heading back into the forest.
Day 12: Final Safari & Departure
- 1 stop
- Meals: breakfast
- Accommodation: Not included
Jim Corbett National Park (Pass by)
We have one final early-morning safari, our fourth drive in Corbett and our last field session of the expedition.
After returning to the lodge and breakfast, we transfer to Pantnagar Airport for onward travel.
Location
Activity location
- Mandal
- Mandal, Uttarakhand, India
Meeting/Redemption Point
- Indira Gandhi International Airport
- 110037, New Delhi, Delhi, India
- Indira Gandhi International Airport
- 110037, New Delhi, Delhi, India
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