Birds Photo Tour – Bhigwan

EVENT DATE POSTPONED BY 1 WEEK

Bhigwan is a small town around 100 kms away from Pune and is also referred to as the “Bharatpur of Maharashtra”, as it becomes a hotbed of migratory birds during the winter. Bhigwan is at one end of the huge Yashwant Sagar reservoir, forming the backwaters of the Ujjani dam. One of the main attractions during the migratory season is the arrival of the Greater Flamingos. During the months of January and February, this place is thronged by bird lovers from all over Maharashtra. A large number of migratory water birds are seen in this area.

Bhigwan Bird Sanctuary is absolute heaven for Bird Photographers. The entire area is filled with Ducks, Herons, Egrets, Raptors, Painted Storks, Bar-headed geese, Demoiselle Cranes, Waders and Greater Flamingos.

The flamingos can be reached through the boat ride because as they are shy they tend to be away from crowded or humanized areas.

Highlights:

• 2 Sessions of Boat Ride at Bhigwan will give you enough opportunity to capture a memorable moment.
• 1 Session of Grassland area will give opportunity to capture Ducks, Herons, Egrets, Raptors, Painted Storks, Bar-headed geese, Demoiselle Cranes, Waders and many more. 
• Witness migratory birds in large numbers, highlight being Greater Flamingoes.
• Witness beautiful winter waterscapes.
• Guidance of a Birding Expert from local area.

Scheduled dates: 4th & 5th March 2023

2 Days & 1 Night stay at hotel/homestay nearby Bhigwan Birds Sanctuary, Maharashtra, INDIA

This stay would be twin sharing basis.

Travel Plan: Any Location - Bhigwan - Any Location

*All level Photographers are invited from any location in India.

Day-1:

We expect to reach Bhigwan by 1:00PM and will have breakfast on the way. We will get freshen up and have lunch at hotel/homestay, we will go for the 1st boat ride at 3:00pm and continue till 6:00pm to have excellent opportunities to photograph the amazing avifauna (habitat) of Bhigwan from close distance. We will be back to hotel/homestay in evening and have evening tea/coffee with group session to review our work and also discuss plan for next day sessions.

Day-2:

Next day we will arrive early to Kumbhargaon for 2nd boat ride at 7:00am and continue till 10:00am to capture incredible moments of birds in misty morning environment. After completing this session, we will be back to hotel/homestay for a lunch break. After lunch we will be going for a Photowalk in Grassland area filled with Ducks, Herons, Egrets, Raptors, Painted Storks, Bar-headed geese, Demoiselle Cranes, Waders and many more. Return journey will start from Bhigwan at 5:00pm and we will reach Pune by 8:00pm.

Maximum Number of Participants: Ten (10)

This keeps the group small to ensure maximum learning for all.

Package Cost: Rs.8500/- per person

Standard Ticket: Rs.3500/- per person

REGISTRATION OPEN UNTIL 15TH FEBRUARY 2023!!!

Note: We will setup WhatsApp group 1 week before event date to communicate about meeting point at Pimple Saudagar area.

Package Cost includes:

> Shared trip from and to Pune.

> Stay for 1 night at hotel/homestay with vegetarian breakfast, lunch and dinner.

> Hands-on assignment and mentoring fees.

> Boat ride charges.

> Local Guide charges.

> Participation Certificate for this photography workshop.

> Individual profile photo (3 looks) in final session.

> All taxes and including service changes.

Package Cost does not include:

> Travel cost from other location to Bhigwan.

> Travel cost to other location from Bhigwan.

> Extra meals/food expense.

> Personal expenses of any kind.

> Medical expenses – if incurred during the excursion.

> Any other charges not mentioned in “Cost Includes” list.

Standard Ticket Cost includes:

> Hands-on assignment and mentoring fees.

> Participation Certificate for this photography workshop.

Early Booking Offer: First 3 registrations will get 1 month free subscription for Stellar Photo Recovery Software – Premium (https://www.stellarinfo.co.in/software/photo-recovery.php) 

CANCELLATION/REFUND POLICY:

All cancellations before 30 days of the event date - 100% refund

All cancellations between 20 - 30 days of the event date - 50% refund

All cancellations within 20 days of the event date - No refund possible

Organized by: SPW Expedition

Mentor: Sumit Dhuper (Professional Photographer)

Website: https://www.sumitphotoworld.com

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