Destinations: Kathgodam, Pangot, Sat Tal & Jageshwar
Duration: 05 Nights and 06 Days
Best Season: October to June
Tour Code: 207
Itinerary Overview:
Day 01: Kathgodam to Pangot
Day 02: Pangot
Day 03: Pangot to Sattal (Day Trip)
Day 04: Pangot to Jageshwar
Day 05: Jageshwar
Day 06: Jageshwar to Kathgodam
Pangot
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 250+ species of bird 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 make it an even more attractive place. The district of Nainital covers the tropical, subtropical, temperate, sub-alpine, and alpine zones. The Terai & Bhabar belt presents the climate of the plains while the deep valleys with elevations up to 1000 Mts. play host to varied types of animals, birds, and trees typical of hills as well as plains.
Jageshwar
Jageshwar in the state of Uttarakhand lies in the Subtropical – Alpine forest zone. The region has coniferous trees such as Cheer, Pine, and Deodar along with a mixed forest of Oak and Rhododendron. The deodar's forests at the lower altitude and the pine cover further up, are the perfect habitat for many bird species. Your birding guide will be happy to initiate you into the world of bird watching.
Species you can expect in and around Jageshwar are:
Himalayan Vulture, Steppe Eagle, Bonell’s Eagle, Mountain Hawk Eagle, Common Pigeon, Oriental Turtle Dove, Slaty-headed Parakeet, Mountain Scops Owl, Rufous-bellied Woodpecker, Brown fronted Woodpecker, Grey-headed Woodpecker, Long-tailed Minivet, Bronzed Drongo, Red-billed Blue Magpie, Black-headed Jay, Large-billed Crow, Green backed Tit, Black-throated Tit, Barn Swallow, Red-rumped Swallow, Himalayan Bulbul, Red-vented Bulbul, Black Bulbul, Striated Prinia, Buff-barred Warbler, Lemon rumped Warbler, Ashy-throated Warbler, Grey-hooded Warbler, Whistler’s Warbler, Goldcrest, Streaked Laughingthrush, Brown Dipper, White-tailed Nuthatch, Bar tailed Treecreeper, Common Myna, Blue Whistling Thrush, Himalayan Bluetail, Plumbeous Water Redstart, White-capped Redstart, Blue-capped Redstart, Blue fronted Redstart, House Sparrow, Russet Sparrow, Dark-breasted Rosefinch, Rufous-breasted Accentor, Rock Bunting etc.
Highlights
- A large list of bird species of the Himalayan region
- Himalayan views
- Farm fresh Indian meals
- Quaint lodges and camps
- Short Treks
- Century-Old Shiva Temple in Jageshwar Dham
- Easy birding
- Comfortable accommodation
Services Included
- Accommodation in quaint lodges as per itinerary
- Meals as per Itinerary.
- Pickup & Drop from Kathgodam railway station by private vehicle as per the itinerary
- All transfers in private vehicle as per the itinerary
- Birding at Sattal, Pangot & Jageshwar as per itinerary
- Asian Adventures Birding Guide for the entire trip
- Guided Trek to Vridha Jageshwar
Services Not Included
- Airfare, Train Fare, Extra Meals, Telephone calls
- Camera charges, Laundry charges, Internet
- Personal Expenses, Tips, etc.
