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South India and Andaman Birding Tour

A thirteen-day journey from the Western Ghats of Kerala and the Nilgiris to South Andaman, combining mainland endemics with island forest and wetland birds.

  • India
  • 13 days
  • Price on request
  • Dates on request
  • Private tour
  • Pace: Full birding days with early starts, road transfers and walking or vehicle-based observation according to the route.
  • Language: English
  • City: Kochi
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South India and Andaman Birding Tour
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About this tour

This route links two very different centres of endemism. The mainland section uses Thattekad as a base, visits the shola and grassland habitats around Munnar and Eravikulam, then continues through Ooty and Doddabetta in the Nilgiris.

A domestic flight connects the group with Port Blair for the Andaman section. Field days around Sippighat, Shoal Bay, Ograbranj, Chidiya Tapu and Mount Harriet focus on island forest, mangrove and wetland species. Wild A Gram describes 280 to 350 species as possible across the full journey, but actual results vary with conditions and migration timing.

Current dates, domestic flights, accommodation, transfers, group size, price and final inclusions are confirmed with the tailored proposal.

Planning a wider trip? Read our birdwatching guide to India.

Itinerary

Day 1
Days 1 to 4: Thattekad and Munnar

Explore lowland evergreen forest around Thattekad and the higher shola-grassland habitats around Munnar and Eravikulam.

Day 5
Days 5 to 7: Nilgiris and transfer to Port Blair

Travel via Kochi and Coimbatore to Ooty, bird Doddabetta and continue by air to Port Blair.

Day 8
Days 8 to 12: South Andaman

Visit Sippighat, Shoal Bay, Ograbranj, Chidiya Tapu and Mount Harriet for island endemics, migrants and nocturnal birds.

Day 13
Day 13: Port Blair departure

Use the final morning for local birding before departure.

Locations & map

  • Thattekad, Munnar, Eravikulam, Ooty, Doddabetta, Port Blair, Sippighat, Shoal Bay, Ograbranj, Chidiya Tapu and Mount Harriet - India (Weather and access vary across this multi-region route.)

Availability & pricing

Availability: Available on request · Season: December and January are recommended for this combined South India and Andaman route.

Price: Price on request

Included

  • Birding guide and field support - Guided birding across the confirmed route.
  • Route accommodation - Exact properties and room arrangements are confirmed for the selected dates.

Not included

  • International flights - International air travel is arranged separately.
  • Personal expenses and optional services - Any item outside the confirmed proposal is paid separately.

Transport & stays

  • Private road transfers and route-specific local tr Domestic flights, boats, safaris and permits are included only when stated in the confirmed proposal. | Meet: Kochi airport or another confirmed point. | Pickup: Arrival and departure details are confirmed after inquiry.

Policies & FAQ

Cancellation Policy

Current booking, cancellation and rescheduling terms are supplied with the confirmed proposal.

Payment Terms

Current price, taxes, deposit and payment schedule are confirmed after inquiry.

Insurance & Safety

Guests should carry appropriate travel and medical insurance for the route, including remote travel where applicable.
Follow the guide's instructions on roads, trails, boats, safaris, night walks and high-altitude sections. Activities may change with local safety conditions.
Are the named birds guaranteed?

No. Every sighting depends on season, weather, access and natural bird activity.

Are fixed dates and prices available?

Current dates, group format and price are confirmed after a BirdWatch inquiry.

Can the route change?

Yes. The guide may adjust field sites and timing when weather, access, permits or bird activity make another plan more productive.

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Ask about this tour before booking. Your preferred date is optional and availability will be confirmed after your inquiry.

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