15-Day North India Birding and Wildlife Circuit
A 15-day guided North India circuit linking wetlands, the Chambal River, Corbett forests and Himalayan foothills for birds, mammals and varied landscapes.
About this tour
Follow a broad north Indian birding route from the wetlands near Delhi to the Himalayan foothills. Over fifteen days, the journey links Sultanpur, Keoladeo National Park at Bharatpur, the Chambal River, Corbett National Park, Pangot and Sat Tal. These stages bring together open grassland, shallow lakes, river channels, sal forest and wooded mountain slopes.
The first part concentrates on wetland and river birds. Sultanpur provides an introductory field session before two visits to Keoladeo, explored on foot and by cycle rickshaw. A separate excursion to the Chambal combines river birding with the possibility of gharial, Mugger Crocodile and Gangetic River Dolphin, followed by time in Agra.
Corbett changes the setting to river edges, forest and grassland. Birding around the Kosi River and inside the park is combined with wildlife safaris when permits and availability allow. The route then climbs to Pangot and Sat Tal for several days in Himalayan foothill habitat, where pheasants, laughingthrushes, woodpeckers, minivets, forktails and other forest birds become the focus.
Accommodation, ground transport, the listed meals, park visits, safaris and local birding services are included according to the confirmed itinerary. The exact lodging plan can change if limited forest accommodation is unavailable. Current dates, final price, safari permits and room arrangements are confirmed after inquiry.
Planning a wider trip? Read our birdwatching guide to India.
Birds you can spot
Catreus wallichii
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Buceros bicornis
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Mulleripicus pulverulentus
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Ibidorhyncha struthersii
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Otus bakkamoena
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Rynchops albicollis
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Pucrasia macrolopha
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Antigone antigone
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Enicurus schistaceus
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Athene brama
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Tichodroma muraria
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Leiopicus mahrattensis
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Itinerary
Day 1
Arrival in Delhi
Meet on arrival in Delhi and transfer to the hotel. The remainder of the day is kept free for rest before the birding circuit begins.
Day 2
Sultanpur and transfer to Bharatpur
Leave Delhi for a morning birding session at Sultanpur, covering wetland edges and nearby open habitat. Return to collect luggage, then continue by road to Bharatpur for the evening.
Day 3
Keoladeo National Park
Spend a full day birding inside Keoladeo with a local guide, moving on foot and by cycle rickshaw. The wetland and woodland mosaic can support cranes, geese, ducks, owls and many other resident and migratory birds.
Day 4
Chambal River and Agra
Travel to the Chambal River for birding and aquatic wildlife, with Indian Skimmer among the possible river specialties. Continue to Agra for a Taj Mahal visit before returning to Bharatpur.
Day 5
Bharatpur to Noida
Return to Keoladeo for a final morning field session. After checking out, drive to Noida for an overnight stop before the journey toward Corbett.
Day 6
Noida to Corbett
Drive to the Corbett area and settle into the wildlife resort after arrival. The afternoon is planned for birding along the Kosi River, where riverine species may include Ibisbill and kingfishers.
Day 7
Dhikala zone
Enter through Dhangarhi for a safari drive toward Dhikala, then explore the grassland and forest mosaic during the afternoon. Overnight forest accommodation is used when available; otherwise the group remains at the outside resort.
Day 8
Corbett birding and safari
Begin with a morning safari when available, followed by birding before lunch. The return drive through the park is another opportunity to watch for forest birds and mammals.
Day 9
Corbett to Pangot
Use the morning for a final Corbett safari if permits allow, then drive into the Himalayan foothills to Pangot. Birding opportunities continue along the changing elevation route before arrival.
Day 10
Pangot forest birding
Spend a full day with the guide in forest and mountain habitat around Pangot. Possible specialties include Kalij, Cheer and Koklass Pheasants, laughingthrushes, parakeets and hill pigeons.
Day 11
A second day in Pangot
Continue exploring Pangot at a measured field pace, allowing time for different elevations and forest edges. The day focuses on Himalayan raptors, tits, sunbirds, warblers and flycatchers.
Day 12
Pangot to Sat Tal
Drive through the forested Cheena Peak and Kilbury landscape toward Sat Tal, stopping at productive birding sites en route. Continue birding around the Studio area before transferring to the hotel.
Day 13
Sat Tal birding
Spend the day in the wooded lake district with a guide. Forktails, minlas, bulbuls, green magpies and pheasants are among the possible foothill birds.
Day 14
Morning at Sat Tal and return to Delhi
Take a final morning birding session around Sat Tal, searching forest edges and streams for laughingthrushes, flycatchers, woodpeckers and accentors. Then make the long road transfer back to Delhi.
Day 15
Delhi departure
After breakfast, transfer to Delhi airport at the time arranged for the onward flight.
Locations & map
- Delhi - Delhi India (Arrival and departure city, with the first field excursion to Sultanpur.)
- Sultanpur National Park - Haryana India (Wetland and surrounding grassland near Delhi.)
- Keoladeo National Park - Rajasthan India (Shallow wetland, woodland and open habitat explored on foot and by cycle rickshaw.)
- National Chambal Sanctuary - Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan India (River birding and aquatic wildlife during a day excursion.)
- Corbett National Park - Uttarakhand India (River, forest and grassland birding with wildlife safaris subject to permits.)
- Pangot - Uttarakhand India (Himalayan foothill forest and mountain birding.)
- Sat Tal - Uttarakhand India (Wooded lake district and foothill birding trails.)
Availability & pricing
Availability: Available on request · Season: The strongest timing is confirmed around the requested birding priorities, migratory season and current park access. Dat
Price: Price on request
Included
- Accommodation - Twin or single occupancy according to the confirmed rooming plan.
- Meals shown in the itinerary - Meal coverage varies by day and is confirmed in the final program.
- Arrival and departure transfers in Delhi - Airport transfers are included for the confirmed schedule.
- Private ground transport - Air-conditioned road transport connects the route from Delhi through Bharatpur, Corbett, Pangot and Sat Tal.
- Birding visits and local guiding - Guiding and the listed birding activities at Sultanpur, Bharatpur, Chambal, Corbett, Pangot and Sat Tal are included.
- Park activities and permits - The confirmed program includes listed park entrances, Bharatpur cycle-rickshaw birding, the Chambal excursion and Corbett safaris subject to availability.
- Applicable taxes - Included in the final confirmed package.
Not included
- International and domestic flights not listed - Travel to and from Delhi is arranged separately unless the final proposal states otherwise.
- Meals not shown in the itinerary - Any meal marked as on own is paid directly by the guest.
- Personal and optional expenses - Personal purchases, tips and optional services are not included unless confirmed in writing.
Transport & stays
- Private air-conditioned road vehicle, cycle ricksh Road transport connects the full circuit. Keoladeo is explored partly by cycle rickshaw, while Corbett activities use authorized safari vehicles subject to permits. | Meet: Delhi airport or the confirmed Delhi hotel | Pickup: Arrival and final departure transfers are included for the agreed flight schedule.
Accommodations
- Delhi and Noida hotels
- Bharatpur hotel or resort
- Corbett wildlife resort and forest lodge
- Pangot birding lodge
- Sat Tal hotel
Policies & FAQ
Cancellation Policy
Payment Terms
Insurance & Safety
Are the Corbett safaris and Dhikala stay guaranteed?
No. Safari times, permits and the Dhikala forest-lodge stay depend on current availability. Asian Adventures confirms the workable arrangement before booking.
How is Keoladeo explored?
Birding is done with a guide on foot and by cycle rickshaw, allowing long field sessions inside the park.
Can this journey be arranged as a private departure?
Yes. The route is prepared as a private itinerary, with current dates, rooming and final price confirmed after inquiry.
Are particular bird or mammal sightings guaranteed?
No. The route visits appropriate habitats, but every observation depends on season, weather and wild animal activity.
Send inquiry
Ask about this tour before booking. Your preferred date is optional and availability will be confirmed after your inquiry.