Best Nature And Wildlife Tours In Pune

Location: Pune, Maharashtra

Start point/End point: Pune

Timing: 1 day (Between 5:30 AM to 9:30 PM)

About the Bhigwan Bird Watching:

Don't miss out the chance of witnessing the colourful flock of several migratory birds that come to the backwaters of Ujani dam of Pune during winter. This Bhigwan Bird Watching lets you catch the glimpses of the beautiful wetlands of Pune and explore the Bhigwan Bhuleshwar temple which is a house of thousands of colourful birds. 

The Bhigwan Bird Watching lets you undergo the perfect outing where you would observe the behaviour of colourful migratory birds and fall in love with the serene ambience of the wetland. This Bird Watching begins when you start from the Fergusson College in Pune at around 5:30 in the morning and proceed towards Bhigwan for a delightful nature exploration tour.

The Bhigwan Bird Watching is inclusive of delicious meals for breakfast and lunch and you shall also sip a cup of evening tea while observing the birds. You also get to enjoy a boating trip in the Ujani backwaters along with the assistance of professional tour guides. The tour is also inclusive of private transportation to and from Pune in order to minimize the hassles completely. 

Suitable for: All age groups, friends and family

How to reach?
The pickup location for the activity is Fergusson College in Pune and you can reach the spot by private or public transportation. 

Note:
Minimum 2 people are required to book the package.
Restrooms are subject to availability during the tour.

About the Destination:

The northern Satpuda range proudly adorns its rugged terrains with gorgeous forts that boast of Indian history dating back to thousands of years! The Gawilgad, Melghat and Narnala terrains are home to forts that are rarely explored by man, due to its camouflage in the depth of the hills.

Gawilgad town’s crown jewel is the Gawilgad fort, located 3km out of the town. Spread over an area of 15 to 16km, this fort is an amazing sight for the history lover. Beyond history, the Satpuda range is steeped in rich nature too!

Situated at the extreme north of the Amravati district of Maharashtra, Melghat stretches to about 1677 km per square and is home to over 30 different types of exotic species!  The Narnala fort too is an amazing fort that is a must visit for trekkers to explore! 

About the Activity with Details:

If you need to spend a few days in the lap of Indian history and culture, then there are three exotic places for you to feel lost in! The magnificent forts of Gawilgad and Narnala await you to explore their every nook and corner. The 3 day trek will take you around the brilliant flora and fauna of the Satpuda range and you could indulge in nature photography and sightseeing during your stay here!

Steeped in rich cultural heritage, you can see the third largest cannon in India on your trek here; the ‘Nau-Gaji Toph’. The two gigantic forts are situated on the border of Melghat wildlife sanctuary, and you could revel in all the elements of nature during your stay here, in the hills of Maharashtra! Engage in trekking, sightseeing and explore history like never before! 

Pavana Lake Campsite is located just 15 km from ‎Lonavala is a nature’s retreat that provides you with a satisfying luxurious getaway experience. Surrounded by forts like Lohagad, Tikona, Tung and Visapur, the entire region proves to be an excellent holiday destination.

Spend the night camping just beside this countryside scenery and picturesque reservoir with your family, friends, or partner. Enthrall in a wide range of activities like ‪swimming, storytelling, and campfire that will help you in relax and finding a different angle to yourself. Destress yourself by enjoying the serenity of this place while indulging in a leisure walk around the vicinity.

About the activity:
- Arrive in the camp on your own and enjoy the snack served to you hot with tea on a complimentary basis. 
- Spend some time swimming in the lake with life jackets before settling in for an amazing campfire experience.
- Dinner will be on a buffet basis with a local taste and with options available in Veg and Non-Veg.
- Spend an amazing night in the cozy tents and wake up to the sounds of nature the next morning. 
- Have your breakfast in the morning and check-out of the camps

Check-in- 5 PM
Check-out- 10 AM

About the Activity: 

• Learn how to spot, identify and observe birds and their calls as well as any other fauna during this half day session of bird watching. 
• Get ready to tackle tricky terrains and uneven landscapes are you are introduced to binoculars and field guides on birds.
• Enjoy 6 hours of spotting and learning about these magnificent creatures as you cover the areas of Pune, Lonavala and Saswad.
• Travel in groups of 4 and this trip is open to anyone above the age of 18.