Wildlife of Bhigwan

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Do not miss this trip!
Nested at about 100 km from Pune is the town of Bhigwan. The wet marshes and grass lands near this small town touch the massive Yeshwant Sagar reservoir that forms the backwaters of the Ujani Dam. Each year this lake welcomes over 200 variety of birds, those mainly Greater Flamingos, variety of Ibis, Sandpiper, Geese, Herons, Egrets etc.

Indian Grey wolfs are mainly found outside of protected reserves and feed mainly on domestic animals, such as goats or sheep. However, in areas where natural prey is still abundant, for example open grasslands of Bhigwan and adjoining areas.

Bird watching and watching animals in their natural habitat is judged as one of the most favorite leisure activity, thus we would like you to join us to experience absolutely unrivaled close-up viewing the skyscraper of the bird family – the Flamingos, muscles powered by natural spring action – the jumping Chinkara. Spend your evening and night camping under a sky full of stars within the boundary of the Bhigwan lake

Trip cost

Veg: INR 3300
Non Veg: 3625

Trip facilities:

• Pick up at Blue Nile Restaurant Camp near Poona Club ground
• 1 Boat ride, wildlife sanctuary permits and entry tickets – 2 walk safaris.
• Meals covered on the trip: Tea and refreshments, Dinner on day 1, Tea and refreshments and Breakfast and Lunch on day 2 *Limited veg and non veg
• Camping stay for Saturday night
• Mineral water for drinking throughout the trip.
• Tour guides and camp leaders all along the trip.
• Medical assistance if required.

Trip excludes:

• Personal expenses (beverages, snacks, additional meals or food items)
• Personal medication
• Any of extra boat rides
• Food purchased during transit
• Additional foods ordered such as extra pieces of fried fish or chicken.

*Limited indicates a set number of non-veg in the meal plan, rice, curry, vegetable, chapati, dal, salads can be ordered extra.

Things to carry:
It will be cold during the night and early morning and warm during the day so plan accordingly.
You will need full body clothing, jackets, track pants, pullovers, and sweaters make sure they are not bulky.
Min – 2 Sets of clothing.
Good hiking or sports shoes
Caps and Hats
Sunglasses and sunscreen
Hand Towel
Munchies and personal snacks
Personal medication
Camera (optional)
Binoculars (optional)
Shawl (optional)
One liter water bottle
One very good hand held torch or headlamp (no cellphone lights or emergency light tubes)
Shawl, mat or bedsheet (compulsory)

Bookings for the trip can be made by bank transfer, Upi or cash
Please note 100% payment is required to get a confirmed booking. Account details below:
Name: Rivers and Ridges
Bank Name: Punjab National Bank
Bank account Number: 6631002100001031
Branch: Kondhwa
City: Pune
IFSC Code: PUNB0663100
Account type: Current

Things to carry:
It will be cold during the night and early morning and warm during the day so plan accordingly.
You will need full body clothing, jackets, track pants, pullovers, and sweaters make sure they are not bulky.
Min – 2 Sets of clothing.
Good hiking or sports shoes
Caps and Hats
Sunglasses and sunscreen
Hand Towel
Munchies and personal snacks
Personal medication
Camera (optional)
Binoculars (optional)
Shawl (optional)
One liter water bottle
One very good hand held torch or headlamp (no cellphone lights or emergency light tubes)
Shawl, mat or bedsheet (compulsory)

IMPORTANT:
You can leave your bags in the bus during the trek, it will be kept very safe.
Notify us immediately in case of any medical emergency.
We do not provide and encourage carrying any alcoholic drinks or substance; you will be at your own responsibility to leave the trek if found under any influence, without any refund and costs that may occur for your departure.
Adventure camping and outdoor sports/ recreation is purely for nature lovers and not for party groups; we respect nature and do our best to spread awareness about wilderness conservation.
Historic forts hold pride and valor for those who ruled there and we request you to show some respect by not indulging in any activity that will be disrespectful towards the historic figures and the present community living there.
Be sure that you are responsible for your own personal belongings
We like to keep the wildlife wild. We follow – leave no trace policy, we request you to carry your trash until we find a proper disposal bin.

Everyone has to fill out the undertaking form before joining the trip.
Kindly read our cancellation policy before making any payments.
Availability is first come first serve basis. Last day of confirming is 2 days prior to the event date,
but please book your seats as soon as possible.

For Bookings and enquiry please contact Rohan – 7350064961.
Looking forward to seeing you all,
Team Rivers and Ridges

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