From the luster of the Taj Mahal to the long bubbling call of the Eurasian Cuckoo, this is a custom tailored adventure that will have you traversing the ancient wonders and national parks of northern India. Witness the panorama of the expansive rolling peaks of the upper Himalayas. Whether cruising along the river in search of gavial or watching the sky for crested laughing thrushes, this is a bird lover’s dream wrapped up in an unforgettable adventure.
Witness the exceptional size and wingspan of the Himalaya griffon
Explore the depths of Corbett National Park in search of the diverse and seemingly endless birdlife
Visit the tremendous ancient capital of the Mughal Empire at Fatehpur Sikri
Experience the treasured artistry of the Taj Mahal
Enjoy a river cruise on the Chambal River in search of the local wildlife
Scour the national parks of the lower Himalaya in search of stunning avifauna
Explore the beautiful biodiversity of Corbett National Park on an elephant’s back
(Day 1): Arrive in Delhi and Transfer to Bharatpur
(Day 2): Traverse the Beauty of Bharatpur on a Tour
(Day 3): Spend the Morning on a Game Drive before Visiting Fatehpur Sikri En Route to Agra
(Day 4): Enjoy a Morning River Cruise of the National Chambal Sanctuary and an Afternoon Tour of the Famous Taj Mahal
(Day 5): Explore Kathgodam in Search of Rare Himalayan Avifauna
(Day 6): Visit the Lush Lakes of Sat Tal to Find Flourishing Birdlife
(Day 7): Discover the Oak Forests and Rhododendron Bushes of Pangot
(Day 8): Revel in Another Day Amongst the Himalayan Avifauna of Pangot
(Day 9): Transfer to Corbett Tiger Reserve, Home to the Kumeria and Garjiya Temples
(Day 10): Delight in an Excursion through the Sal Forests of Corbett National Park
(Day 11): Scour Corbett National Park in Search of Remarkable Birdlife
(Day 12): Find the Flourishing Parakeets and Emerald Doves in the Riverine Forests
(Day 13): Witness the Morning Energy of Avifauna before Returning to Delhi
(Day 14): Depart for Home
The beauty of India is wrapped up in its ancient architecture and natural wildlife. You will find them both on this 14-day tour meant for bird lovers and wildlife enthusiasts, family adventurers and anyone who has ever had the desire to explore the vast landscape of northern India. You will spend your time exploring diverse forests and riverbanks, immaculate lakes and mountaintops. Whether in search of exquisite birdlife or incredible wildlife you will find it within the splendor of the lower Himalayas.
Start your vacation with your arrival in Delhi where you will quickly find yourself in the beautiful marshlands of Bharatpur. You will spend three days exploring the stunning landscape in search of the sanctuary’s sensational birdlife beginning with a cruise down the Keoladeo River. The following days will have you scouring the woodlands and marshlands on a mixture of walking and bicycle game drives. You will find black bittern and common greys, along with over 150 more bird species. On your third day you will come to the ghost city of Fatehpur Sikri, the ancient capital of the Moghul Empire.
In the evening you will stay overnight in Agra. The next morning you will enjoy a river cruise in the National Chambal Sanctuary, home to demoiselle cranes and river dolphins. In the afternoon you will return to Agra for a tour of the coveted Taj Mahal. In the evening you will board a train to Kathgodam near the foothills of the Himalayas, arriving in the morning. Find yourself in Sat Tal, a charming town in the lower Himalayas, where you will spend the following two days enjoying nature’s majesty, from the lush trees to the energetic birdlife.
You will transfer from the lakes around Sat Tal to the splendor of Pangot, situated in the undulating mountains. The birds are active and exceptional, nesting in the canopy and the brush. On your ninth day you will come to Corbett Tiger Reserve by way of the Kumeria and Garjiya Temples. The unique and exotic birds in the Jhirna Range Forest include the brown-headed bulbul and white-browed fantail. The following three days will take you through the remarkable diversity of Corbett National Park. From floodplains to riverine forests you will find tigers and elephants, minivets and sunbirds. On your final full day in India you will enjoy one last game drive before returning to Delhi. The following day you will make your way home.
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