RANN OF KUTCH
fromA desert landscape which serves as a nesting ground for wintering migrants. The perfect retreat for birding enthusiasts!
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Holiday Type
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SAFARI
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BIRDING
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NATURE TRAIL
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Vacation Style₹₹
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Activity Level Easy
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Accomodation Type Cozy
A desert landscape which serves as a nesting ground for wintering migrants. The perfect retreat for birding enthusiasts! An unusual marshland spanning an area of approximately 10,000 Sq. Km, Rann of Kutch, a seasonal salt marsh, bedecks the western tip of Gujarat with its charm. ‘’Rann’’ means desert and ‘’Kutch’’ is a district of which this region is a part. Reputed as the largest salt desert in the world, Rann of Kutch is home to wide array of flora & fauna and a sojourn to migratory birds. The Little Rann of Kutch Wildlife Sanctuary spreads over 4950 sq km in area, comprising a range of habitats from saline desert plains, arid grasslands, rocky and thorn scrubs to lakes and marshes. The sanctuary is known for its herds of the Asiatic Wild Ass (one of its kind) along with population of Gazelles, Blue Bulls, Wolves, Indian Foxes, Jackals, Jungle Cats etc. However it is now a hugely popular bird watching site with a number of birding sights where one can see birds such as Short-eared Owl, Montagu’s & Pallid Harriers, Dalmatian & Great White Pelicans, Greater & Lesser Flamingos, Greater Spotted, Steppe &Eastern Imperial Eagles, White-rumped Vultures, Egyptian Vultures, Common Cranes, Pied Avocets,Northern Shovelers, Eurasian Wigeons, Sandgrouse, Partridges, Quails, Larks, Short Toed Eagles, Kestrels, Falcons, Lesser Whitethroat, Common Chiffchaff, Blyth’s Reed Warbler, Pale Sand Martins, Red-rumped & Wire-tailed Swallows etc.
- Internal Transfers via AC Vehicles.
- Stay For 2 Nights at Dasada.
- All Meals at Resort.
- 4 Birding Sessions.
- Gypsy, Guide & Forest Entry Charges.
- Sessions on Bird Photography, Bird Identification.
- GW Mentor.
- Train / Airfare
- Food During Train & Road Travel.
- Bottled Water in Train and Resort.
- Camera Fees.
- Extra Safaris.
- Insurance.
- Laundry & Telephone Charges.
- Tips & Gratuities.
- All Applicable Taxes.
- Things Which are Not Mentioned in Inclusions.
Currently no offers available.
Yes, flights can be opted thus saving one day at the start of the tour and the end; however certain flight timings do not coincide with the train timings; and thus the flight itinerary might make you compromise on the typical itinerary.
Contact our travel consultants to figure out the best possible options.
The accommodations are always on double sharing basis unless otherwise opted for. Single sharing basis attracts an additional nominal fee, while triple sharing allows you to be eligible for a small discount.
Safari vehicles as well as internal transit vehicles (such as SUVs) are usually shared between 6 people, unless indicated otherwise. Specific Photography Mentoring Tours have 4-in-a-vehicle. Exclusive jeeps can be reserved by a group after paying a surcharge.(group size less than 6)
Open jeep safaris & even nature trails conducted by us follow the highest safety standards, and we take all necessary precautions involved. We respect the wild animals and their comfort, and keep adequate distance while photographing them. However its worthy of noting, that being cautious goes a long way in preventing any mishaps.
Apart from the stays in Forest Rest Houses; food menu is usually tailor made according to the group. Veg food is available at all locations, and Jain food can be arranged for if informed at the time of booking.
