Kaladhungi and Manila Birding Tour – Corbett Region
Enjoy a 4-day birding tour in Kaladhungi and Manila, Corbett region. Spot Himalayan and migratory birds in peaceful natural settings.
Kaladhungi and Manila Birding Tour – Corbett Region
Duration: 03 Nights / 04 Days
Destinations Covered: Ramnagar – Kotabagh – Baur Reservoir – Garjiya – Manila
Embark on a 4-day birding exploration through the tranquil landscapes of the towns of Kaladhungi and Manila, nestled in the Corbett region of Uttarakhand. Discover rich habitats ranging from forested foothills to open reservoirs, and spot a wide variety of Himalayan and migratory bird species. Ideal for birdwatchers and nature lovers, this tour includes guided birding sessions in Kotabagh, Baur Reservoir, Garjiya, and along the scenic roads of Manila. Enjoy early morning outings, peaceful forest walks, and evening owling sessions in one of North India’s most vibrant birding corridors.
Detailed Itinerary
Day 01: Pick up from Ramnagar Railway Station at 0415 hrs and transfer to Kaladhungi.
Check-in and freshen up at the hotel, followed by a morning birding session in the Kotabagh area. Return to the hotel for lunch, then head out again for an afternoon birding session in Kotabagh. Conclude the day with an overnight stay at Kaladhungi.Expected Birds:
Grey-crowned Prinia, Ashy Bulbul, Orange-bellied Leafbird, Black-chinned Babbler, Greater Flameback, Brown-headed Barbet, Lineated Barbet, Small Niltava, Slaty-blue Flycatcher, Grey-capped Pygmy Woodpecker, Blue-throated Barbet, White-crested Laughingthrush, Asian Barred Owlet, Green Magpie, Crimson Sunbird, Green-tailed Sunbird, Fulvous-breasted Woodpecker, Rufous Woodpecker, Pale-billed Flowerpecker, Yellow-footed Green Pigeon, etc.
Day 02: Morning birding session at Baur Reservoir with packed breakfast.
Afternoon birding along the Nainital Road. Overnight stay at Kaladhungi.Expected Birds:
Yellow-breasted Bunting, West Himalayan Bush Warbler, Smoky Warbler, Chestnut-capped Babbler, Red-headed Bunting, Paddyfield Warbler, Bluethroat, Bengal Bushlark, Yellow-bellied Prinia, Ashy Prinia, Black-breasted Weaver, Whiskered Tern, Yellow-eyed Babbler, Striated Babbler, Pallas's Gull, Eurasian Pigeon, Tufted Duck, Great Crested Grebe, Red-headed Pochard, Common Pochard, Ferruginous Pochard, Northern Shoveler, Common Chiffchaff, Rosy Pipit, Common Rosefinch, Eurasian Wryneck, Cinnamon Bittern, Yellow Bittern, Black Bittern, Lesser Whitethroat, Great Slaty Woodpecker, Himalayan Flameback, Greater Flameback, etc.
Day 03: Early check-out with packed breakfast.
Begin the day with a morning birding session at Garjiya en route to Manila. Arrive in Manila by lunchtime and, after a brief rest, continue with an afternoon birding session in the area. In the evening, enjoy an owling session before settling in for an overnight stay at Manila.Expected Birds:
Ibisbill, Nepal Wren Babbler, Crested Kingfisher, Common Kingfisher, Wallcreeper, Common Sandpiper, Plumbeous Water Redstart, White-capped Redstart, Common Greenshank, Paddyfield Pipit, Asian Emerald Dove, Long-tailed Minivet, Upland Pipit, Cheer Pheasant, White-capped Bunting, Scaly-bellied Woodpecker, Steppe Eagle, Himalayan Griffon, Himalayan Prinia, Common Kestrel, Mountain Scops Owl, etc.
Day 04: Full-day birding in Manila along Ramnagar Road and Dotiyal Road.
Morning session followed by transfer to Ramnagar Railway Station to board the night train departing at 2200 hrs.Expected Birds:
Cheer Pheasant, Koklass Pheasant, Himalayan Buzzard, Mountain Scops Owl, Collared Owlet, Blue-fronted Redstart, Himalayan Prinia, Spot-winged Grosbeak, White-capped Bunting, Scaly-bellied Woodpecker, Himalayan Woodpecker, Brown-fronted Woodpecker, Rufous-bellied Woodpecker, Rufous-gorgeted Flycatcher, Himalayan Bluetail, Brownish-flanked Bush Warbler, Grey-winged Blackbird, Rusty-cheeked Scimitar Babbler, Speckled Piculet, Great Barbet, Red-billed Blue Magpie, Grey Treepie, Slaty-headed Parakeet, Steppe Eagle, Himalayan Griffon, Common Kestrel, etc.
Note: The itinerary can be customized as per client requirements.
