Wildlife Sprinkled with Magic: Bharatpur With Taj

Join our experts on a 2N 3D birding expedition of Bharatpur with an added tour of Taj on full moon night

OVERVIEW

Overview

2N LUXURY STAY
3 Half-day Birding Trips at Keoladeo National Park
Transfers by AC vehicle
Transfers within the park by cycle rickshaw
Taj in Light of Full Moon
Naturalist / Guide
All meals
ON GROUND TRAVEL ASSISTANCE

Bharatpur or Keoladeo National Park allows you a once in a lifetime opportunity to spot the tallest flying birds in the world- The Sarus Crane with a height of 5.9 ft with a wingspan of 8ft. Not only are they famous as the world’s tallest birds, they are also famous for their enchanting courtship dance!

While the Sarus may be one of the highlights of the park, it is not the only one. Bharatpur spans over 29 square kilometers and has man-made and managed wetlands. It also has mosaic of dry grasslands, woodlands and woodland swamps allowing you mesmerising views of twilights- misty sunrises and mesmerising sunsets while
the birds are in action or are heading home… Bharatpur is of the few parks in India that allows you to explore the region on foot or cycles or cycle rickshaws, giving you the opportunity to bathe in bountiful nature and the peace and quiet.

The park was declared a National Park in 1982 and is home to 366 species of birds, including several migratory species. The diverse habitats also house 379 floral species, 50 species of fish, 13 species of snakes, 5 species of lizards, 7 amphibian species, 7 turtle species among a variety of other invertebrates.

This is your opportunity to explore this biodiversity hotspot and a World Heritage Site and feel the vibe of the forest. Learn how to track, spot, identify and conserve the avifauna here !

Our package has been thoughtfully crafted so that you can enjoy a holistic experience of seeking the thrills of the wild, in all the different parts of the Park with one of the best birding guides and naturalists of India. Our stay will make you feel like royalty as it does look like a palace and is situated at the entrance of the park. In addition we also take you to visit one of the most visited landmarks in the world – The Taj Mahal. Spend half a day exploring one of the 7 wonders of the world and tick it off your bucket list ! Become the envy of your friends by viewing Taj lit up magically by the full moon.

Bring out your camera, binoculars and caps. Get ready to explore the Keoladeo National Park and be prepared for the mesmerising views of landscapes it has to offer ! We promise you that it is a paradise for photographers – landscape, wildlife and otherwise. Our travel assistants will be with you all the way to look into your end-to-end comfort. Our wildlife experts will take you through an exciting and enlightening journey of Bharatpur and Agra.

Birds of Bharatpur & More

Bharatpur is home to several species of Cranes including the Saurus, kingfishers, ducks, eagles and other raptors, vultures, flamingoes, pelicans, warblers, babblers and many other water birds.

Itinerary

DAY 1 : ARRIVAL AT Mathura AND TRANSFER TO Bhartpur

Arrive at Mathura Junction and head to the resort at Bharatpur.  

On reaching Bharatpur, you can freshen up and rest. Post lunch. Post lunch, take a short walk to the Keoladeo National Park and undertake your first safari. 

We will take you through 29 square kilometres of the amazing park on cycle rickshaws and on foot to explore more than 230 species of birds.

Take time to soak in the glory of the park in the golden light of dusk. The landscape alone is magnificent and to add to that the activities of the avifauna can be breathtaking.

Spend the evening at leisure, learn more about the birds and birding and photography from our expert.Retire for the night post a sumptuous dinner.

DAY 2 : Morning Trip to the Park  & Taj on Full Moon Night

Start your day with an early morning trip to the park. Find the birds in action against the mist and the rising sun. 

Breakfast will be provided in the park so that we can cover more and continuous ground.

Head to the resort for lunch and get ready for half a day tour of Taj. We will visit the magnificent Taj and enjoy the beautiful shades in the evening light.

Then comes the most breathtaking part of the journey. Post dinner ww will witness the spectacle of Taj bathed in the moonlight on the full moon night and be lost in the magical moment.

Post the 30 min sighting we will head back to the resort and retire for the night with a preparation of early morning birding expedition again.

DAY 3 : Morning Birding Session at Park and Return to Mathura

Today will be similar to Day 2. Post the morning birding session, return to resort for lunch.

Pack and leave for Mathura with the wonderful memories of the amazing trip.

YOUR STAY

Enjoy the hospitality of one of the best resorts of the region. It is a promise of all possible comfort and care for royalty while actually looking like a summer palace !