Posted: 22 Jan 2016 04:30 PM PST

Ranthambore National Park: Ranthambore National Park is one of the largest national parks in northern India. Ranthambore Wildlife Sanctuary is known for its tigers and is one of the best places in India to see these animals in their natural jungle habitat. Tigers can be easily spotted even in the daytime. Other major wild animals include Leopard, Nilgai, Wild Boar, Sambar, Hyaena, Sloth Bear and Chital. The sanctuary is home to a wide variety of trees, plants, birds and reptiles, as well as one of the largest Banyan trees in India.
Keoladeo National Park: Formerly known as Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary, Keoladeo is a paradise for birds and birdwatchers alike. It is listed as an IBA (Important Bird Area) and is a World Heritage Site. Although small (29 sq. km), it is home to almost 400 species of birds, out of which more than 132 breed inside the National Park. Birding here is a rewarding experience, with sightings like Siberian Rubythroat, Bluethroat, Greater White-fronted Goose, Comb Duck, Tufted Duck, Mallard, Spotted Crake, Water Rail, Painted Snipe, Oriental Darter, Lesser Adjutant, Sarus Crane and Common Crane, Greater Spotted Eagle, Pallid Harrier, Red-headed Falcon, and Brown Fish-owl.
Chambal river, a tributary of the Yamuna river, flows northwards through Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan. Chambal is one of the best places to see threatened wildlife; such as the critically endangered Gavial or Gharial, vulnerable Indian Skimmer, endangered Black-bellied Tern and Gangetic Dolphin, near-threatened Laggar Falcon and vulnerable Pallas's Fish-eagle and Smooth-coated Otter.
New Dates: 23rd – 28th January, 2016 (revised dates)
Charges: Rs. 27,500/- members and Rs. 28,700/- others. (Ex Delhi)
Reporting: Pick up from New Delhi Railway Station at 6:00 a.m. and drop to New Delhi Railway Station at 7.30 p.m. on the last day. You are advised to book your tickets to arrive in New Delhi one day prior. How to Reach: New Delhi is well connected by air and rail.
Participants can also fly to Indira Gandhi International Airport, Delhi which is situated about 20 km from the meeting point (New Delhi Railway Station).
Registration*: Call at Hornbill House 22871202/22821811, Mon-Fri 09:30 a.m. to 05:30 p.m. or e-mail at bnhs.programmes@gmail.com.
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Posted: 22 Jan 2016 06:30 PM PST

Hi Buddies, we at Eco Buddies are glad to invite you for wildlife tour to Kanha Wildlife Sanctuary from 23rd to 27th Jan’16.
Some information regarding the place and the tour:
Kanha National Park is a national park and a Tiger Reserve in the Mandla and Balaghat districts of Madhya Pradesh, India. The park has a significant population of Royal Bengal Tiger, leopards, the sloth bear, Barasingha and Indian wild dog. The lush Sal and bamboo forests, grassy meadows and ravines of Kanha provided inspiration to Rudyard Kipling for his famous novel "Jungle Book ".
The itinerary for the tour will be as follows:
Day 1, 23rd Jan, Saturday:
Start our journey from Mumbai to Jabalpur by Garib Rath Express by 1.30 pm
Overnight Journey.
Day 2, 24th Jan, Sunday:
Reach Jabalpur early morning. Travel till Kanha by private vehicle.
Check in at hotel & rest.
Proceed for evening safari.
Dinner and retire for the day.
Day 3, 25th Jan, Monday:
Early Morning Safari and back to hotel by 10 am
Breakfast, rest, Lunch.
Evening safari.
Dinner and retire for the day.
Day 4, 26th Jan, Tuesday:
Early Morning proceed for Bird Watching.
Post Lunch travel back to Jabalpur.
Evening board Varanasi Mumbai LTT Superfast express towards Mumbai.
Day 5, 27th Jan, Wednesday:
Reach Mumbai by 12.30 pm.
Cost for the tour will be INR 12650/- per head.
Inclusions:
Ø Travel from Jabalpur station to resort and back in AC vehicle
Ø Stay and food facilities at the resort.
Ø 3 Wildlife Safaris (1 morning and 2 evening)
Ø 1 Bird watching session (if possible)
Ø Entry and Guide charges.
What is not included:
Ø Food while train travelling
Ø Mineral water/ cold drinks
Ø Camera fees for the park
Ø Any extra snacks if you order.
Payment Details:
One needs to deposit Full payment into the following bank account to confirm his/her registration.
Account Details
Citi Bank Saving Account No: 5469927115
Name: Viral Patel
Ifsccode: CITI0100000
Branch: Fort
For Registrations, call or email us on:
Atul: +919322221651
Shilpi: +919820849684
Viral: +919892214911
Email id: emailecobuddies@gmail.com
Limited seats, entry on first come first served basis.
Refund Policy:
A. 90% refund if cancellation is made more than 60 days prior to the date of departure date of the event.
B. 75% refund if cancellation is made more than 45 days and less than 60 days prior to the departure date of the event.
C. 50% refund if cancellation is made more than 30 days and less than 45 days prior to the departure date of the event.
D. 25% refund if cancellation is made more than 15 days and less than 30 days prior to the departure date of the event.
E. NO refund will be made if cancellation is made within 15 days prior to the departure date of the event.
Medical Disclaimer:
It is most essential to be fit and fine before heading for any event. While planning your trip, it is preferable to have a medical fitness check up done. If suffering from any kind of allergy or ailment, do carry proper prescribed medicines to prevent serious health problem including heatstroke, severe headache, cough, dehydration and hypothermia. Participants suffering from chronic conditions like asthma, bronchitis, blood pressure, migraine, diabetes, etc. should seek their physician's advice before coming.
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