Birds Photography Tour - Bhigwan

Bhigwan is a small town around 100 kms away from Pune and is also referred to as the “Bharatpur of Maharashtra”, as it becomes a hotbed of migratory birds during the winter. Bhigwan is at one end of the huge Yashwant Sagar reservoir, forming the backwaters of the Ujjani dam. One of the main attractions during the migratory season is the arrival of the Greater Flamingos. During the months of January and February, this place is thronged by bird lovers from all over Maharashtra. A large number of migratory water birds are seen in this area.

Bhigwan Bird Sanctuary is absolute heaven for Bird Photographers. The entire area is filled with Ducks, Herons, Egrets, Raptors, Painted Storks, Bar-headed geese, Demoiselle Cranes, Waders and Greater Flamingos.

The flamingos can be reached through the boat ride because as they are shy they tend to be away from crowded or humanized areas.

Highlights:

• 4 Sessions of Boat Ride at Bhigwan will give you enough opportunity to capture a memorable moment.
• Witness migratory birds in large numbers, highlight being Greater Flamingoes.
• Witness beautiful winter waterscapes.
• Guidance of a Birding Expert from local area.

Scheduled dates: 18th, 19th & 20th February 2022

3 Days & 2 Nights stay at hotel/homestay nearby Bhigwan Birds Sanctuary, Maharashtra, INDIA

This stay would be twin sharing basis.

Travel Plan: Pune/Mumbai - Bhigwan - Pune/Mumbai

Day-1:

Our journey will start from Pune at 9:00am via road in Tempo Traveller. We will setup WhatsApp group 1 week before event date to communicate about meeting point at Pimple Saudagar area. We expect to reach Bhigwan by 2:00pm and will have breakfast on the way. We will get freshen up and have lunch at hotel/homestay, we will go for the 1st boat ride at 3:00pm and continue till 6:00pm to have excellent opportunities to photograph the amazing avifauna (habitat) of Bhigwan from close distance.

Day-2:

Next day we will arrive early to Kumbhargaon for 2nd boat ride at 7:00am and continue till 10:00am to capture incredible moments of birds in misty morning environment. After completing this session, we will get back to hotel/homestay for a late breakfast. We will have some rest after breakfast and between 1:00pm to 2:00pm we will review our work so far to get more prepared for next two sessions. We will go for the 3rdboat ride at 3:00pm and continue till 6:00pm, this time we will have more control on shot selection with guidance from expert.

Day-3:

Next day again we will arrive early to Kumbhargaon for 4th boat ride at 7:00am and continue till 10:00am to capture more photographs of amazing birds in foggy morning. While walking back we will be roaming around for a Photowalk in land area filled with Ducks, Herons, Egrets, Raptors, Painted Storks, Bar-headed geese, Demoiselle Cranes, Waders and many more. Return journey will start from Bhigwan after lunch at 2:00pm and we will reach Pune by 5:00pm.

Maximum Number of Participants: Fifteen (15)

This keeps the group small to ensure maximum learning for all.

*To know package cost for locals and foreign nationals, please write email to sumit@sumitphotoworld.com

Package Cost: Rs.9000/- per person

There is flat Rs.2000/- discount until 1st February 2022

Coupon Code: EB2000BPT1

Note: We will setup WhatsApp group 1 week before event date to communicate about meeting point at Pimple Saudagar area.

• Participant must have taken both dose of covid vaccination.
• Wearing face mask is mandatory during this tour.

Cost includes:

Transport from and to Pune in Temp Traveller.

All meals vegetarian only (Includes morning tea/coffee, breakfast, lunch, evening tea/coffee and dinner).

Stay for 2 nights at hotel/homestay.

Mineral water bottle x 4 (500ml)

Biscuits or other munchies for all 4 sessions.

Individual portfolio for profile photo (3 looks) in final session.

All boat ride charges.

All guide and instructor fees.

All taxes and including service changes.

Cost does not include:

Travel cost from and to Mumbai.

Personal expenses of any kind.

Medical expenses – if incurred during the excursion.

Any other charges not mentioned in “Cost Includes” list.

You will Get:

Participation Certificate will be provided at the location after tour completion.

Early Booking Offer: First 3 registrations will get 1 month free subscription for Stellar Photo Recovery Software – Premium (https://www.stellarinfo.co.in/software/photo-recovery.php) 

CANCELLATION/REFUND POLICY:

All cancellations before 30 days of the event date - 100% refund

All cancellations between 20 - 30 days of the event date - 50% refund

All cancellations within 20 days of the event date - No refund possible

Organized by: SPW Expedition

Mentor: Sumit Dhuper (Professional Photographer)

Website: https://www.sumitphotoworld.com

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