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Sattal - Manila
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Sattal - Manila

About Destination

Himalayan Birding Tours presents an enticing 4-night, 5-day birding tour from Sattal to Manila, inviting nature enthusiasts to embark on an unforgettable journey in the captivating landscapes of Uttarakhand, India.

Day 1 :-

On Day 1, your adventure commences with a pick-up from Kathgodam railway station, followed by a scenic 45-minute drive to your hotel. Nestled in breathtaking surroundings, Sattal offers a perfect haven for birding enthusiasts. Enjoy the beauty of the diverse birding spots nearby, spending the entire day exploring and encountering many avian wonders. Enjoy a comfortable overnight stay at a Sattal hotel with delicious meals, including breakfast, lunch, dinner, and rejuvenating tea breaks as the day draws to a close.

Day 2 :-

On Day 2 you awake to the melodious tunes of nature as you embark on a morning session along the picturesque roads of Sattal. This is the perfect time to witness the mystical owls in action, adding a touch of enchantment to your birding experience. After a delightful lunch, venture to Chafi, a serene riverside location. Here, you can immerse yourself in the captivating beauty of the Chafi region, teeming with a wide variety of bird species. As dusk settles, return to your comfortable Sattal hotel for another peaceful night's rest.

Day 3rd :-

Day 3 Begin the day with an exhilarating morning session at the Bird Hide in Sattal, offering a unique opportunity to observe more than 20 different bird species in their natural habitats. Following a delectable post-lunch meal, bid farewell to Sattal and embark on a scenic 40-kilometer, 2-hour journey to the picturesque village of Pangot. Pangot welcomes you with its charming ambiance. Unwind and rejuvenate at a Pangot hotel, preparing for your adventures.

Day 4th :-

On Day 4, immerse yourself in the wonders of the village area surrounding Pangot as you spend a whole day exploring and discovering an array of avian treasures. The diverse bird species that grace this region promise to leave you in awe of nature's beauty. As the day unfolds, bid farewell to Pangot and embark on a return journey to Sattal, retracing the scenic route you took earlier. Once again, indulge in the comforts of your Sattal hotel, ready to capture some well-deserved rest.

Day 5th :-

Embrace the final day 5 of your birding journey with a morning session at a different hide-out, offering sightings of 3 to 4 unique bird species. After a satisfying lunch, it's time to check out from Sattal and engage in birding activities in the serene Kathgodam area. Finally, as per your train timing, you will be dropped off at Kathgodam railway station, marking the end of your remarkable birding expedition. Throughout this tour, you will be treated to delectable meals, including breakfast, lunch, and invigorating tea breaks. Birding tour expert guides from Himalayan Birding Tours will accompany you, sharing their knowledge and enriching your birding experience. The Sattal-Manila birding tour by Himalayan Birding Tours, bird watching expert guides in Uttarakhand promises to immerse you in the wonders of Uttarakhand's natural splendor, allowing you to discover and appreciate the rich diversity of bird species.

[Resident Birds ] :-

1. Kalij pheasant
2. Koklass pheasant
3. Cheer pheasant
4. Mountain scops owl
5. Brown wood owl
6. Brown fish owl
7. Tawny fish owl
8. Asian barred owlet
9. Collared owlet
10. Red junglefowl
11. Black francolin
12. Himalayan bulbul
13. Red-vented bulbul
14. Black bulbul
15. Mountain bulbul
16. Ashy bulbul
17. Red-billed blue magpie
18. Common green magpie
19. Black-headed jay
20. Grey-headed woodpecker
21. Greater yellownape woodpecker
22. Lesser yellownape woodpecker
23. Brown-fronted woodpecker
24. Fulvous-breasted woodpecker
25. Rufous-bellied Woodpecker
26. Scaly-bellied woodpecker
27. Chestnut-bellied nuthatch
28. Gray-winged black bird
29. White-throated laughingthrush
30. White-crested laughing
31. Rufous-chinned laughing
32. Streaked laughingthrush
33. Striated laughingthrush
34. Blue Whistling Thrush
35. Russet Sparrow
36. Red-billed leiothrix
37. Blue-winged minla
38. Great barbet
39. Blue throated barbet
40. Oriental turtle dove
41. Spotted dove
42. Indian white eye
43. Black chinned babbler
44. Black-throated bushtit
45. Grey-hooded warbler
46. Ashy-throated Warbler
47. White-throated fantail
48. Rusty-cheeked scimitar babbler
49. Black-throated Tit
50. Green Backed Tit
51. Cinerous/Great Tit
52. Common Myna
53. White Wagtail
54. Grey wagtail
55. Long-tailed Minivet
56. White-throated fantail
57. Lemon-rumped Warbler
58. Buff-barred Warbler
59. Grey-hooded Warbler
60. Whsitler's Warbler
61. Indian White-eye
62. Grey Treepie
63. Speckled piculet
64. Chestnut bellied nuthatch
65. Maroon Oriole
66. Rufous-bellied Niltava
67. Small niltava
68. Blue-capped Redstart
69. Blue fronted redstart
70. Black-chinned Babbler
71. Fire-breasted Flowerpecker
72. Green-tailed Sunbird
73. Black-throated Sunbird
74. Yellow-bellied Fantail
75. White-throated Fantail
76. Olive-backed Pipit
77. Upland pipit
78. Mountain Hawk Eagle
79. Eurasian Sparrowhawk
80. White-throated Kingfisher
81. Common kingfisher
82. Crested kingfisher
83. White-capped Water Redstart
84. Blue-fronted Redstart
85. Plumbeous Redstart
86. Brown dipper
87. Grey Bushchat
88. Common Kestrel
89. Rock Bunting

[Winter visitors] :-

1. Steppe eagle
2. Himalayan griffon
3. Slaty blue flycatcher
4. Rufous-gorgeted flycatcher
5. Himalayan rubythroat
6. Golden bush robin
7. Chestnut headed tesia
8. Scaly-breasted cupwing
9. Red-breasted parakeet
10. Slaty-headed parakeet
11. Rufous sibia
12. White collared blackbird
13. Common Rosefinch
14. Bar-tailed Treecreeper
15. Long-billed Thrush
16. Chestnut-bellied Rock Thrush
17. Black-throated Thrush
18. Scaly thrush

[Summer visitors] :-

1. Verditer flycatcher
2. Blue-throated blue flycatcher
3. Indian paradise flycatcher
4. Gray headed canary flycatcher
5. Asian brown flycatcher
6. Little pied flycatcher
7. Ultramarine flycatcher
8. Indian blue robin
9. Pied thrush
10. Dark sided thrush
11. Tickell's thrush
12. Orange-headed thrush
13. Blue capped rock thrush
14. Long tailed broadbill
15. Black-winged cuckooshrike
16. Chestnut-tailed starling
17. Wedge tailed green pigeon
18. Green-crowned warbler
19. Green bee-eater
20. Chestnut-headed bee-eater
21. Plum-headed parakeet
22. Oriental magpie robin
23. Laughing dove
24. Pied bushchat
25. Red-whiskered bulbul
26. Crested bunting
27. Egyptian vulture
28. Black eagle
29. Long tailed broadbill
30. Scaly-breasted Munia
31. Black-chinned Yuhina
32. Velvet-fronted Nuthatch

[Mammals ] :-

1. Rhesus macaque
2. Barking Deer
3. Golden jackal
4. Himalayan Langur
5. Yellow-throated Marten
6. Brown Goral
7. Sambar Deer

How to Reach :-

By Air :- the nearest Airport is Pantnagar. 60km / 02:00Hr] & Delhi [320km / 07-08Hr].
By train :- the nearest Railway station is Kathgodam [24km / 45minutes ] & Ramanagar [80km / 2:30Hr].
By Road :- the nearest Bus-Station is Haldwani & Kathgodam. [30km / 01:00Hr].

what to carry

All the Major_essential items to carry are listed below.
▪︎ Telephoto lenses preferably above 500mm, Teleconverters preferably 1.4x, Wide-angle lenses for landscapes and habitat shots and a good study tripod or Monopod and gimble head .
▪︎Rain and dust cover for camera gears.
▪︎Personal Toiletries, toilet rolls and wet wipes.
▪︎Basic first aid and personal medications.
▪︎Personal Water Bottle (Preferably Thermos bottle/flask).
▪︎Extra camera batteries, memory cards and Power Banks for emergency charging of camera batteries and phone.
▪︎Binoculars if you are using .
▪︎1 Oringnal I'd proof ( Adhaar card , Driving license, PAN card ..etc )
▪︎Heavy Woolen Clothing in Winter good for 10 to -10 degrees Celsius ( Jacket + Sweater + Cap + Socks + Gloves + Inner upper & lower Thermal + Fleece Nightwear )
▪︎Hiking Boots preferably warm.
▪︎Raincoat/Wind-cheater to protect you from snow.

What's Included:-

1. Boarding and lodging for Tour duration
All local fees & Trip Inner line permits or other forest permissions .
2. All planned activities and excursions as per the itinerary.
3. All 3 meals as per availability of proper food either some local food or fast food at that Traveling places & Tea - Coffee.

What's Not Included :-

1. All airfare and transfer expenses
2. Any extra accommodation availed of outside the itinerary, before or after the Tour.
3. Any kind of personal expenses or optional tours, extra meals and beverages ordered
4. Insurance, laundry and phone calls
5. Soft drinks and alcoholic beverages
6. Tips and gratuities.
7. Anything that is not included in the inclusions list
8. All applicable taxes.
9. 5% GST not included .

Payment Terms :-

1. Atleast 50% of the Tour fee as booking amount (non-refundable).
2. Atleast 70% of the Tour fee before 40 Days of the expedition date.
3. Remainder of the Tour fee before 15 days .
4. All figures per person.

Cancellation Fees :-

1. 20% of the of the Tour fee on or before 45 days prior to trip.
2. 50% of the Tour fee on or before 15 days prior to trip .
3. 100% of the Tour fee on or Before 7 days prior to trip .
4. All figures per person based on total amount of trip.

Bank Details :-

Name - Himalaya Birding Tours
Bank - Punjab National Bank
A/c No- 9964002100001286
IFSC CODE-PUNB0996400
Costomer No-C00530524
Distt-Nainital
Himalaya Birding Tours ,Vinayak ( Bhowali )

Connect Us :-

(+91) 7456922805
(+91) 8650218808
info@himalayabirdingtours.com
Near Glory Garden Era Nursery Bypass Road Nishola Bhimtal, Nainital

Call (+91) 8650218808