Thattekad Bird Watching Tour
3 days
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About this activity
Thattekad, a lowland forest with several types of eco-systems – Riverine, grasslands, evergreen, scrub, dry deciduous, lowland forest, enabling it to be one of the best birding destinations in India. This is also home to most of the endemics of the Western Ghats. The sanctuary is designed by the renowned ornithologist, Dr. Salim Ali. The Bombay Natural History Society has identified 253 species in Thattekkad. This bird sanctuary set in a peninsular land of 25 sq. km is covered with deciduous forests and plantations of rosewood, teak etc.
Duration: 3 hours
DAY 01: ARRIVE COCHIN - THATTEKAD
Welcome by Travel XS representative at Cochin airport and drive to Thattekad. Thattekad, a lowland forest with several types of eco-systems – Riverine, grasslands, evergreen, scrub, dry deciduous, lowland forest, enabling it to be one of the best birding destinations in India. This is also home to most of the endemics of the Western Ghats. The sanctuary is designed by the renowned ornithologist, Dr. Salim Ali. The Bombay Natural History Society has identified 253 species in Thattekkad. This bird sanctuary set in a peninsular land of 25 sq. km is covered with deciduous forests and plantations of rosewood, teak etc.
Overnight at Hornbill Camp.
DAY 02: THATTEKAD
Half day Bird watching tour with our naturalist.
Overnight at Hornbill Camp.
DAY 03: THATTEKAD - COCHIN - DEPARTURE
Checkout from your camp and drive to Cochin airport.
Duration: 3 hours
DAY 01: ARRIVE COCHIN - THATTEKAD
Welcome by Travel XS representative at Cochin airport and drive to Thattekad. Thattekad, a lowland forest with several types of eco-systems – Riverine, grasslands, evergreen, scrub, dry deciduous, lowland forest, enabling it to be one of the best birding destinations in India. This is also home to most of the endemics of the Western Ghats. The sanctuary is designed by the renowned ornithologist, Dr. Salim Ali. The Bombay Natural History Society has identified 253 species in Thattekkad. This bird sanctuary set in a peninsular land of 25 sq. km is covered with deciduous forests and plantations of rosewood, teak etc.
Overnight at Hornbill Camp.
DAY 02: THATTEKAD
Half day Bird watching tour with our naturalist.
Overnight at Hornbill Camp.
DAY 03: THATTEKAD - COCHIN - DEPARTURE
Checkout from your camp and drive to Cochin airport.
Included
- 02 nights accommodation
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Bottled water Breakfast,
- Lunch & Dinner
- All activities
- Local guide Bird watching Walking tour
- Plantation tour
- Cycling Village-side
- Transport by private vehicle
- Fuel surcharge
Not included
- Drinks
- Gratuities
Additional
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Dress code is smart casual
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Features
Cultural
80%
Tourism
75%
Original
40%
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