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About Sattal
Sattal is celebrated for its unique and rich biodiversity along with its enormous ecological amplitude. It’s a bird watcher’s paradise and offers a remarkable outlook on the resident and migratory birds, beetles, butterflies and a lot more. With approximately 500 different species of birds present our journey takes you from the dense oak and pine forests of Sattal allowing varied backdrops and light conditions to elevate your images.
Embark on a 3 nights and 4 days bird photography tour to the Himalayan birding paradise of Sattal, Chanfi, Shyamkhet and Ranikhet. Spread across multiple birding hotspots, this tour offers unparalleled opportunities to photograph vibrant species like the Himalayan Rubythroat, Red-billed Leothrix, Blue-throated Barbet, Great Barbet, Rufous Sibia, White-crested Laughingthrush, Verditer Flycatcher, and many more.
Personal Things to Carry:
- Carrying a Tripod is a must for all bird photography workshops
- Body Warmer for the chilly early mornings.
- Carry basic first aid kit.
- Carry mosquito/insect repellent.
- Sun screens lotion with better SPF value.
- Carry a pair of good binoculars (optional).
Photography Gears:
- Telephoto lenses – preferably above 400 mm.
- Carry fully charged batteries for your camera / flash.
- Carry battery charger. Carry extra pack of camera batteries
- Carry backup memory cards / HDD storage drives, Laptop
Cost Includes:
- Kuwait - Delhi Economy Return Ticket
- Departure: 19th Feb, 2026 Arrival: 24th Feb, 2026
- Delhi- Sattal- Delhi by Road
- Pool share Xylo/Ertiga upto 4 persons maximum
- Accommodation (Twin sharing) in comfortable birding lodges
- Breakfast/ Lunch/ Dinner
- Tea/ snacks provided at the appropriate breaks
- Photography services during the tour
- Guide charges during the tour
- Entry permits, guide fees and birding session charges
Itinerary:
Day 1: Arrival & Hide Session - Evening Birding in Chanfi
Morning: Upon your early morning arrival in Sattal, we'll head straight for an exciting hide session. This allows for excellent photographic opportunities and close-up views of species such as the Black Francolin, Common Green Magpie, Rusty-cheeked Scimitar Babbler, Rufous-chinned Laughingthrush, Great Barbet, Blue-throated Barbet, Russet Sparrow, Chestnut-bellied Nuthatch, and Common Rosefinch.
Evening: We'll explore the Chanfi region (Sattal Vicinity), known for its nocturnal and waterside birds. Here, we'll search for the Asian Barred Owlet, Brown Fish Owl, and Tawny Fish Owl, along with waterbirds like the Crested Kingfisher, Slaty-backed Forktail, Little Forktail, and Spotted Forktail. Smaller birds like various tits and warblers are also commonly seen.
Day 2: Ranikhet & Sattal Studio Point
Morning: We’ll visit Ranikhet, a key location for some of the region's most sought-after species. Our primary targets will be the critically endangered Cheer Pheasant and the elusive Koklass Pheasant. We'll also keep an eye out for other high-altitude species like the Himalayan Prinia and Upland Pipit.
Evening: We'll explore the renowned Sattal Studio point area trail, a productive habitat for a diverse range of birds. This trail offers chances to spot the Grey-winged Blackbird, Brown-fronted Woodpecker, Red Junglefowl, Rufous-bellied Niltava, White-throated Laughingthrush, Speckled Piculet, and Bar-winged Flycatcher-shrike. There's also a possibility of sighting raptors like the Mountain Hawk-Eagle, as well as the Orange-bellied Leafbird, Rufous-gorgeted Flycatcher, and Himalayan Parakeet.
Day 3: Shyamkhet & Hide Session
Morning: We’ll venture to the Shyamkhet region, a prime location for a variety of unique species. Our targets include the European Goldfinch, Maroon Oriole, Grey-winged Bluebird, Yellow-Breasted Greenfinch, Green-tailed Sunbird, Scaly Thrush, Mistle Thrush, Long-billed Thrush, Chestnut Thrush, Mountain Hawk-Eagle, Black Eagle, and Scaly-bellied Woodpecker.
Evening: We will stay at the hide.
Day 4: Hide Session & Departure
Morning: We shall continue at the bird hide for the last time before the departure from Sattal.
Is this tour for you?
Anyone with a keen interest in bird watching and bird photography can join us. If you are a beginner, get the expert photography advice during the tour and for advanced photographers, we provide the best-guided experience for you to make the frames you have in your mind. Talk to us if you have further queries.
What will you take away?
During the tour, the participants will get to learn about the variety of endemic and migratory birds of Uttarakhand. A lot of opportunities to make memorable frames, learn and live with the feathered friends.
Cost Excludes:
- Travel/ Medical Insurance
- Mineral water and soft drinks.
- Alcoholic beverages.
- Any extra meals not mentioned.
Cancellation Terms:
- Before 30 days of the tour date – 100% of tour cost will be refunded
- With in 15 days of the tour date – 50% of tour cost will be refunded.
- With in 7 days of tour date – 20% of tour cost will be refunded.
Note: Airfare deduction based on airlines cancellation policy.
FAQ's
Can I get a Single occupancy accommodation?
Yes. Please write to admin@shutterxpose.com as it is subject to availability.
I love the way you taught photography, simple and on the basis of your experience.The way you conducted the workshop was more than amazing.It helped me a lot.
One of the best bird photo tour I had attended with Guru at Bharatpur
