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Special Birding Tour with Ornithologist

Day 02: Delhi - Corbett
On the day 2 of your tour drive to CORBETT National Park. On the way visit Ramnagar and look for the fabulous IBISBILL amongst the riverside boulders. Later proceed for an afternoon to KOSI riverbanks. Rest of the day at leisure.
Jim Corbett National Park used to be just another Himalayan forest until in 1936 it was demarcated as a reserve area by the British Government. Jim Corbett Park is spread over 520 sq kms and is covered with huge stretches of Savannah type grasslands and Sal forests. In 1957 this place was renamed as Jim Corbett National Park from Hailey national Park. It was declared as an almost exclusive Tiger Reserve on 1st April 1973 with the help of World Wildlife Fund. Since the place is situated on the lower Himalayan belt of vegetation, it is an eco-tourism spot too.
Overnight: Hotel/Camp

Day 03: Corbett
After breakfast proceed for full day game viewing inside the jungle. (Two safaris )
Overnight: Hotel/camp

Day 04: Corbett National Park
After breakfast proceed for full day game viewing inside the jungle. (Two safaris )
Overnight: Hotel/camp

Day 05: Corbett National Park
After breakfast proceed for full day game viewing inside the jungle. (Two safaris )
Overnight: Hotel/camp

Day 06: Corbett National Park - Nainital
After a leisurely breakfast proceed for Nainital. Here Lammergeirs and Himalayan Grifon Vultures soar overhead. Reach by late afternoon and enjoy the evening birding around the resort..
This morning depart Corbett for Nainital (120 km) stopping en route for birding. Nainital, also known as the Lake District of Uttarakhand, is an absolutely beautiful and tranquil hill station situated amongst the seven hills. It is one of the most popular hill stations in North India.
Arrive Nainital and check in at hotel. Relax for the remaining part of the day.
Overnight: Hotel

Day 07: Nainital
After leisurly breakfast proceed for the sightseeing of Nanital.
Naini Lake : Naini Lake or Naini Taal, the picturesque blue green lake. It is from this lake that the city of Nainital, the beautiful settlement by the lake, derives its name. Naini Lake is so called because of its eye-like shape.
Naina Peak : Known as the China peak this peak is the highest point in Nainital. From here Nainital appears as a bowl. You can walk or take ponies to the peak. From this peak you can capture the exciting views of Nainital. Naina peak also gives a good view of the Camelback peak.
Sat Tal
Sat Tal is located at around 23 kms from Nainital. It is by all accounts an unforgettable spot with its huge and ancient Oak trees amidst the group of lakes. It is often compared to the Westmoreland area of England.
Overnight: Hotel

Day 08 Nainital
This morning after breakfast proceed for sightseeing of Nainital.
Zoo Gardens : Naini Tal has a small but a very beautiful Zoological garden. There are many animals kept here which includes Deers, Bears, Tigers and many more. The hygiene and cleanness of the zoo is a point which attracts the mind even if one ignores it. Not surprising this zoo is one of the most clean zoos in the country. The zoo can be reached on foot or taxi can be hired.
Bhimtal
Bhimtal is located about 22 kms from Nainital and 11 Kms. from Bhowali. One can see the 17th Century Bhimeshwar temple, the 40 ft high dam and the boat in the Bhimtal Lake.
Naukuchiya Tal
Naukuchiya Tal is an appealing cavernous spotless lake situated 26 kms from Nainital. The dimensions of the lake are 983 m (length), 693 m (breadth) and 40.3 m (depth) providing sufficient possibilities for rowing, paddling or yachting.
Snow View
Snow View is one of the most popular tourist attractions of Naintal. It is situated on top of Sherkhanda ridge, at an altitude of 7,448 feet (2,270 meters) above sea level.
Overnight: Hotel

Day 09 Nainital - Delhi
After breakfast drive back to Delhi. Upon arrival in Delhi check into your hotel. Rest of the day at leisure.
Overnight: Hotel

Day 10: Delhi - Agra - Bharatpur
After breakfast proceed to Bharatpur via Agra.
Visit Taj Mahal (Closed on Friday), Red fort & Tomb of Itmad-ud-Daula. Later you will visit a marble gallery - the flagship store in Agra which offers an excellant range of white marble, fashionable wear & exotic wooden articles, truly a one stop shop.
Continue drive to Bharatpur. Reach and check in at the hotel.
Overnight: Hotel

Day 11: Bharatpur
After breakfast proceed for viewing the birding on Richshaw. Return to the hotel in the evening.
Bharat Pur Wildlife Sanctuary: Originally a duck shooting preserve of Maharaja Suraj Mull of Bharatpur, the Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary of Rajasthan was declared a national park in 1982. Later, in 1985, it was listed as a World Heritage site by Unesco. At present, the Rajasthan Keoladeo Ghana National Park serves as one of the chief breeding and feed grounds for the birds around the world. The Bharat Pur Wildlife Sanctuary, of Rajasthan, houses approximately 300 species of birds. Amongst them, the most prominent ones are Painted Storks, Open and Spoon Bills, Egrets, Cormorants, White Ibis, Jacanas, While Harriers, Fishing Eagles, Pied Kingfisher, etc. However, the most awaited species of birds is the Siberian Crane. Apart from Iran, India is the only place where this bird migrates in winter.
Bharatpur sanctuary remains open throughout the year from sunrise to sunset.
Overnight: Hotel

Day 12: Bharatpur
Full day birding inside the Keoladeo Ghana National Park.
Keoladeo National Park/wildlife Sanctuary: It is famous as bird's paradise, with over 380 resident and migrant species of birds, including the Common, Demoiselle and the rare Siberian Cranes. The Keoladeo Ghana National Park is also an excellent place to spot mammals like Golden Jackal, Jungle Cat, Striped Hyaena, Sambar, Fishing Cat, Nilgai, Blackbuck and wild Boar. In 1981, Keoladeo Ghana bird sanctuary was given the status of National Park. The name Keoladeo has been derived from a nearby ancient Hindu temple, devoted to Lord Shiva.
The best time to visit the Park is either early morning or in the evening.
Overnight: Hotel

Day 13: Bharatpur - Delhi
After breakfast you can enjoy birding in the park and then start for Delhi in the afternoon.
Reach and check into your hotel. Relax for the remaining part of the day.
Overnight: Hotel

Day 14: Delhi - Nagpur - Kanha
After breakfast transfer to Delhi airport to catch the flight for Nagpur. On arrival at Nagpur airport, you will be met and transferred directly to Kanha by our representative. Reach in the afternoon and check at the hotel.
Overnight: Hotel

Day 15: Kanha
This morning after breakfast proceed for enjoy a full day game viewing inside the jungle. (Two safaris)
Overnight: Hotel

Day 16: Kanha
This morning after breakfast proceed for enjoy a full day game viewing inside the jungle. (Two safaris)
Overnight: Hotel

Day 17: Kanha - Nagpur
Morning after breakfast drive to Nagpur. Upon arrival check into your hotel. Relax for the remaining part of the day.
Overnight: Hotel