Events on Kyakare

Great Rann of Kutch - The Birding Paradise of India

Explore the areas bordering the Great Rann of Kutch and other interesting places like, Banni, Chari-Dhand for birdwatching and finding fossils. Winter is the perfect time to watch a variety of migratory birds that come to these places in thousands.

Good time to see Common Crane, Short-eared Owl, Greater Spotted Eagle, Tawny Eagle, Steppe Eagle, Laggar Falcon, Chestnut-bellied Sandgrouse, Sykes's Lark, Indian Courser, Indian Bustard, Crab Plover, Greater Flamingo, Lesser Flamingo, Oystercatcher, Great Thick-knee, White-naped Tit, White-bellied Minivets, Painted Sandgrouse, Sirkeer Malkoha, Rufous-fronted Prinia, buntings, Grey Hypocolius, Graceful Prinia, Red-tail Wheatear, warblers and lot more.

Some of the mammals seen here are Jackal, Indian Fox, Hyena, Nilgai, Chinkara, Jungle Cat, Hedgehog and Mongoose.

Batches: 1st Batch 28th- 1st December/ January +++ 2nd Batch 2nd- 6th January 2011 (on demand)

Charges: Rs. 9000/- (Charges include transport from Bhuj railway station and back, local travel, entry fee, all meals and accommodation twin-sharing basis).

Note: - Room sharing will be separate for male and female participants.

Registration: Call at Hornbill House 22821811

Meeting Point: Bhuj Station at 8.00 hrs, drop-off at Bhuj Station at 18.00 hrs.

Travel: Participants are advised to book Bandra - Bhuj Sayaji Express (Train No. 9115) which leaves Bandra daily at 14.50 hrs and reaches Bhuj at 07.40 hrs next morning.

The Camp concludes on the 5th day and both above-mentioned trains leave Bhuj by 22.15 hrs. Group Leaders: Mr. Vandan Jhaveri and Mr. J K Tewari.

Nature camp - Sunderbans

SUNDARBANS- Land of the Royal Bengal Tiger

The Sundarbans are located in the river delta of Brahmaputra and Ganges in the Bay of Bengal. 102 islands are situated in this world's largest river delta. Approximately, 40 per cent of the Sundarbans is in India's state of West Bengal.

The Sundarbans are the largest mangrove forest worldwide; they cover 60 per cent of India's total mangrove area. Almost 90 per cent of all Indian mangrove species are found here.

Of course, the Tiger is the flagship species of Sundarbans, where it roams in the marshy areas and is often seen swimming across the channels. Moreover, Sundarbans is the best place to see the Saltwater Crocodile and Water Monitor Lizard. With more than 180 bird species found here in winter, January is the perfect time to see the migratory birds.

DATES: Batch I - 24th to 27th of December +++ Batch II - 28th to 31st of December (On demand)

Camp fee: Rs. 9000 [Includes accommodation (3/4 sharing), all meals, pick up and drop at Howrah railway station. Registration: Call at Hornbill House 22821811 Group Leader: Mr. Asif Khan Meeting point: Pick up near Howrah railway station near Yatri Niwas morning 08.00 hrs. Note: - Room sharing will be separate for male and female participants.

NATURE CAMP at Agumbe Rainforest Research Station

Agumbe situated 560 meters above sea level on the Sahyadri ranges (Western Ghats), a World bio-diversity hotspot is aptly called the Cherapunji of South India as it receives an average rainfall of 7000-8000 mm annually. The Agumbe Rainforest Research Station is set up by Romulus Whitaker, where he caught his first King Cobra 35 years ago. The main objective of ARRS is to study and conserve the rainforests of south India using the King Cobra as the flagship.

Learn how to identify forest birds and their calls from an expert.

Dates: 1st Batch: 20 to 23 November +++ 2nd Batch: 24 to 27 November

Accommodation: Dormitory (very basic facilities)

Please check the website: www.agumberainforest.com

Charges: Rs. 4700/- (includes accommodation in dormitory, all meals, and pick-up and drop-off from Udipi Railway Station on the Konkan railway). Matsyagandha Express (2619) 04.42 hrs. Pick up at 7.00 a.m.

Drop-off at Udipi Railway Station at 15.30 hrs. Matsyagandha Express (2620) at 16.00 hrs, to Lokmanya Tilak Terminus, Mumbai.

Registration: Call at Hornbill House 22821811.

Group Leaders: Mr. Isaac Kehimkar and Mr. Nikhil Bhopale.

BUTTERFLY WATCH Camp in Duars of West Bengal.

Eastern India is home to more than 900 species of butterflies which makes it a hot spot for butterflies, not only in our country but in the entire oriental region.

Learn the fine art of photographing and identifying these elusive flying gems from an expert.

CHILAPATA WILDLIFE SANTUARY

Chilapata Forest is a dense forest near Jaldapara Wildlife Sanctuary in Dooars, Jalpaiguri District. It is about 20 km from Alipur Duar. The forest forms an elephant corridor between Jaldapara and the Buxa Tiger Reserve.

BUXA TIGER RESERVE

The park is located at the north eastern corner of Duars plains of North Bengal bordering Bhutan and Assam. Situated at an altitude of 2600 ft above sea level the forest mainly comprises of deciduous forests, which are densely wooded and is home to some of West Bengal\'s most varied flora and fauna.

Here we go Butterflying in the Jayanti and Moorti River beds.

Dates: 3rd -7th November 2010 (1st batch) +++ 8th - 12th November 2010 (2nd batch on demand)

Meeting Point: New Jalpaiguri (NJP) railway staion

Cost: Rs. 13,500/- (15 limited seats available per batch)

Group leaders: - Mr. Isaac Kehimkar and Mr. Nikhil Bhopale

Accommodation: 3 sharing. Note: - Room sharing will be separate for male and female participants.

Cost Includes: Pickup and Drop to NJP, Accommodations, all meals, Local Butterfly Guide, and BNHS expertise.

Registration: Call at Hornbill House 22821811.

Dodital - An Autumn Camp in the Himalaya

Dodital is a high altitude lake in Uttarakhand at 3,024 m. This crystral clear lake is in the midst of thick forest of Oak, Rhododendron, Fir and Deodar. Another name for this lake is Dhundital meaning Lake of Ganesha. One side of the lake is guarded by a high ridge called the Darwa Top, which gives a panoramic view of high peaks of Garhwal. Good opportunity to see the region's rich Himalayan flora and fauna. Traditionally Dodital route has been frequented by nomadic herdsmen for grazing their livestock, and by pilgrims on the Gangotri-Yamunotri route. Perfect time to see Himalayan Monal, Koklas Pheasant, Chestnut-bellied Rock Thrush, Bearded Vulture and butterflies like Queen of Spain, Blue Apollo, Painted Lady, Indian Red Admiral and lot more.

Dates: 16th -23rd October 2010

Trek Grade: - Difficult. Physical fitness is necessary for the trekking during the camp, ponies might not be available. Luggage will be carried by the porters.

Meeting Point: Birla Temple, Cannaught place, Delhi at 9.30 pm on Saturday, 16th October 2010. Though we will return on 23rd October kindly book your overnight stay at Delhi and return ticket for 24th October.

Cost: Rs. 17,000/-

Group leaders: - Mr. Nikhil Bhopale & Mr. Asif Khan

Accommodation: twin/ triple sharing Note: - Room sharing will be separate for male and female participants.

Registration: Call at Hornbill House 22821811.

Camp Programme

Day 1 : Leave Delhi by 9.30 pm by A/C coach

Day 2 : Reach Uttarkashi by 1 pm and check in at Leisure Camps , -a riverside swiss tents camping site, evening birdwatching

Day 3: Leave early to Sangam Chatti and start trek to Agoda 6 km easy, stay overnight there in lodge with basic facility

Day 4 : Start trek to Dodital 15 km easy to moderate through the forest experiencing Himalayan flora and birding enroute and stay overnight in Forest Rest House

Day 5: Excursion to Darva top - alpine meadows - and back by the evening to Dodital

Day 6 : Leave Dodital early to stay at Agoda Lodge

Day 7: Leave early to board the bus from Sangam Chatti to reach Mussoorie by 6 pm and check in hotel

Day 8 : Early morning excursion to Benog Bird Sanctuary and back by 11 am, have lunch and leave for Delhi to reach by late evening.

2 days weekend breaks from mumbai

Manogat Adventure Tourism has announced the 2 days weekend treks / picnics on 2nd and 4th Saturday/Sunday.

Each programme's cost is Rs.1200/- per person including every thing like journey, all meals and accommodation. Hurry up and book your seats early since each batch is limited to 15 persons only.

Are you interested ? If yes, then you can book your seats by paying Rs.200/- in advance. The said booking amount of Rs.200/- is absolutely non-refundable, in case the person cancels his named from the tour after paying advance amount.

For booking and further details please contact :
Manoj Maruti Tatkare.
702, B-Wing, Laxmikrupa Co-Op.Hsg.Soc.
Dr.Ambedkar Road, Near Voltasagar,
Next to P.N.Writer, Mumbai-400033
9821098952 / 9821490952
mamaat@rediffmail.com

Nature camp - Parambikulam Wildlife Sanctuary

Parambikulam Wildlife Sanctuary, one of Kerala's premier wildlife reserves is situated in the Annamalai Hills, south of the Palghat Gap in the Western Ghats. The 285 sq km stretch of thick forest has several rivers, including the Parambikulam, the Sholayar and the Thekkedy. Thickly forested with stands of bamboo, sandalwood, rosewood and teak. Here you can see the famous Kannimari teak tree, the largest in Asia.

Fauna includes tigers, leopards, wild dogs, sloth bears, elephants, wild boar, barking deer, spotted deer, langurs and macaques. Parambikulam is also home to Kerala's largest population of gaur. Besides these, civet, chevrotain (mouse deer), pangolin, crocodile, jungle cat, porcupine and some 140 species of birds are found in the sanctuary.

Dates: 1st Batch : 6th - 9th October +++ 2nd Batch : 11th - 14th October (on demand)

Accommodation: Dormitory (basic amenities)

Charges: Rs. 6500/-

Registration: Call at Hornbill House 22821811.

Group Leaders: Mr. Isaac Kehimkar and Mr. Nikhil Bhopale.

How to Reach: Coimbatore Express (1013) Starts from Kalyan Jn at 23.18 hrs and reaches Coimbatore Jn at 6.30 hrs

Return: Kanyakumari Mumbai Express (6382) reaches Coimbatore Jn at 18.00 hrs (5 mins halt) and arrives in Mumbai at 4.50 hrs

Meeting Point: Coimbatore Jn railway station at 7.30 hrs, drop back to Coimbatore Jn Railway station at 16.30 hrs

Nature camp - Wildlife Sanctuaries of Goa

Wildlife Sanctuaries of Goa - Biodiversity Hotspots of the Western Ghats

During this camp, we will be exploring Mhadei Wildlife Sanctuary, Bhagwan Mahavir Wildlife Sanctuary and Bondla Wildlife Santuary. The region has been acknowledged as a Mega Biodiversity Hotspot of the Western Ghats Range and has also been recognized as an Important Bird Area.

Dates: 27- 30 September 2010

Accommodation: Wildernest Resort (4 star category)

Please check the website: www.wildernest-goa.com

Charges: Rs. 9000/- (includes twin-sharing accommodation in eco cottages, all meals, slide-show on wildlife and bio-diversity, swimming pool facility and pick-up and drop-off from Thivim Railway Station on the Kokan railway).

Registration: Call at Hornbill House 22821811.

Group Leaders: Mr. Isaac Kehimkar and Mr. Nikhil Bhopale.

How to Reach: Konkan Kanya Express (0111) Starts from Mumbai CST at 23.05 hrs, and eaches Thivim at 10.40 hrs.

Return: Konkan Kanya Express (0112) Reaches Thivim at 17.34 hrs (2 min halt) reaches Mumbai at 05.50 hrs

Meeting Point: Thivim railway station at 10.45 hrs, drop back to Thivim Railway station at 16.00 hrs Note: - Room sharing will be separate for male and female participants.

Orchid Travels brings you Thailand Special Offer

Thailand Package - Bangkok & Pattaya - 4 Nights / 5 Days

PACKAGE COST INCLUDES
 Return economy class airfare including all taxes & surcharge.
 Accommodation on twin share basis - Three Star Category Hotels.
 Visa on Arrival
 Daily Breakfast
 All transfer and sightseeing by an A/c coach.
 Guide charges & Entry Tickets as per Itinerary.

Thrillophilia brings you Trail to Kodachadri

The Distance from Bangalore to Shimoga is 276 km and drive from Bangalore to Shimoga takes about 6 hours by bus. Natural beauty is the major attraction in and around Shimoga and unlike other cities of Karnataka, does not have huge heritage treasures to boost about. However, what you will get in Shimoga, is something that you will not find anywhere else in the state.

A visit to Hidlumane falls where water falls from a height of 70 feet makes the view amazing and the water is ice cold. A trek to Kodachadri crossing splendid evergreen forests is a traet for a true blue adventurer. The view of setting sun from Kodachadri makes up for all the effort put in while trekking.

Shimoga has all everything a tropical forest has to offer from hillocks for trekkers, to wide-ranging flora and fauna for nature lovers; and for those look a cultural adventure; Shimoga is rich in folk arts, exquisite handicraft, and variegated festivals throughout the year. All this together placed Shimoga district in an enviable position as a must-see for tourists.

Go Beyond brings Rafting & Safari- Zambia & Kenya (Ex-Mumbai)

Victoria Falls, Zambia White Water Rafting & Kenya Safari (Ex-Mumbai, India)
Countries covered: Kenya and Zambia with Victoria Falls
Dates: 21st September to 29th September 2010
Minimum number of Passengers: 15

Go Beyond Travels along with our Indian adventure partners Aquaterra Adventures bring you a trip of a lifetime. Together, we offer an expedition which includes 3 of 1,000 Places to See Before You Die in one action packed trip.

We bring to you a visit to Victoria Falls, White Water Rafting on the Zambezi River and a wildlife safari in Kenya with the Wildebeest migration as highlights!

A trip one can only dream of is now a reality.

We look forward to having you with us.

ITINERARY

Day 1 : 21st Sept : Depart Mumbai and Arrive Livingstone.

Assemble at Mumbai's Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport.

Depart Mumbai on Kenya Airways Flight KQ 205, departing 0410 hrs to Nairobi.

Arrive Nairobi 0734 hrs and connect to Kenya Airways Flight KQ 724 departing 0825 hrs to Lusaka.

Arrive in Lusaka 1005 hrs and then on to Livingstone on Proflight- Zambia flight P0708 departing 1500 hrs and arrive Livingstone 1610 hrs.

(Total Flying time with layovers approximately 11 hrs)

On arrival at Livingstone Airport, you will be transferred to the hotel. Later, proceed for a Guided Tour of Victoria Falls. Rest of the day at leisure.

The Victoria Falls is where the wide Zambezi River simply drops some 100 meters into a narrow gorge. The Falls lie across the border of Zambia and Zimbabwe. Called \"Mosi-oa-Tunya\", (the smoke that thunders) in the local language the Falls are one of the seven wonders of the world and when you first come to Zambia Livingstone is must visit destination.

Later in the evening at about 7 pm our river trip leader will pop into the hotel and pass out your dry bags and equipment and give you a rundown of your trip, what to pack, what to expect and introduce the guides.

Overnight stay at Hotel Zambezi Sun

Meals : None

Day 2 : 22nd Sept : Livingstone - White River Rafting on the Zambezi River.

Breakfast at hotel after which the river team will be around to collect you and transport you to the top of the gorge where we will pass out your high float jackets, helmets and paddles. From here we walk down into the gorge through stunning rainforest to the water's edge.

On reaching the river you will be given a thorough safety briefing and outline safety procedures such as how to hold onto a safety kayaker if you should by chance swim.

From here we get into our rafts and practice paddling techniques before we paddle across rapid 1. Here we have the option to carry the rafts up over a few rocks and float around in the \"Boiling Pot\" directly beneath Victoria Falls, the best start to any raft trip in the world. We run rapid after rapid such as the Midnight Diner, Gulliver's Travels and the Mother where we can have a wonderful riverside banquet lunch whilst watching other rafts come through, Oblivion!

We float on down to our camp at Rapid 23 called Bobo Beach where we will sample sundowners, a fantastic barbeque (vegetarian options are available) and a homemade apple crumble for dessert. Fall asleep in your tent or under the stars in your million star hotel.

Day one of the trip is approximately 20 kilometres.

Overnight on the River

Meals : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 3 : 23rd Sept : White River Rafting.

We awake to the sound of Fish Eagles in the distance and the smell of coffee and breakfast.

We load the rafts and paddle through our first rapid of the morning, Morning Shower: your wakeup call! The big bouncy waves send us into a spectacular part of the gorge where we start to see more wildlife. We reach Open Season, which we look at before running and then head down through the Narrows before we have a floating lunch aboard the rafts. As the gorge opens out we see the occasional crocodile and see our last (and best) rapids of the trip, Chamamba and Upper Moemba. After running these successfully, we camp between Upper and Lower Moemba overlooking the stunning falls where we will celebrate our successful descent with wine and cheese. Dinner tonight is Spaghetti Bolognese, garlic bread and our secret dessert!

Day two is approximately 27 kilometers.

Overnight on the River

Meals : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 4 : 24th Sept : White River Rafting - Livingstone.

After a relaxing night, we hike out of the gorge, where our porters carry the gear and rafts to our waiting vehicles (which will have cold drinks on hand), ready to take you back to Livingstone, through some stunning villages such as Mukuni Village and Songwe where you may like to buy some souvenirs. Reach the hotel before lunchtime. Lunch and dinner on own.

Overnight stay at Hotel Zambezi Sun

Meals : Breakfast

Day 5 : 25th Sept : Depart Livingstone/ Nairobi.

After breakfast at the hotel, transfer to Livingstone Airport for flight P0703 0930 hrs arriving 1040 hrs in to Lusaka and connect to KQ 702 1245 hrs arriving Nairobi at 1625 hrs.

Arrive into Nairobi, met by our team outside customs and immigration halls and transferred to your hotel. Day at leisure.

Overnight stay at Nairobi Safari Club

Meals : Breakfast

Day 6 : 26th Sept : Nairobi / Masai Mara.

Breakfast at the hotel, check out, introduced to your driver guide and depart for the world famous Masai Mara National Reserve. Arrive at the Lodge for check-in and lunch. Afternoon game drive around the reserve. Return to the lodge in the evening for dinner.

Masai Mara offers an absolutely unique variety of animals. The reason is that this hilly region is both humid and fertile, and is crossed by the rivers Mara and Talek, full of crocodiles and hippos, which carry water the whole year round. The banks of the rivers are covered in thick forest, which gradually makes way for bush and grassland. The abundance of water and excellent availability of food are the reasons why the Masai Mara, which in fact is a continuance of the Tanzanian Serengeti National Park, has the greatest population of wild animals in the whole of Africa. There is a particularly dramatic "spectacle" from July to November, the annual migration of huge herds of Gnus and Zebras. Predators such as Hyenas, Jackals, Leopards and Lions of course, closely follow these herds. Gigantic herds of over 200 buffaloes can also be observed. Plenty of food is available for elephants, giraffes, and the many species of antelopes.

Overnight stay at Fig Tree Camp

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Game Drive: Evening

Day 7 & 8 : 27th & 28th Sept : Masai Mara.

Full day spent in the Mara with Morning and afternoon game drives. Meals at the Lodge.

Overnight stay at Fig Tree Camp

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Game Drive: Morning and Evening on both days.

Day 9 : 29th Sept : Depart Masai Mara / Nairobi.

Breakfast at the Lodge and check-out. Drive to Nairobi, arrive in time for Lunch at a select restaurant, then transfer to the airport for Kenya Airways flight KQ 202 1745 hrs and arrive at 0210 the next day back into Mumbai.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Cost per Adult on Twin sharing basis : USD 2020

Price Includes:
2 Nights' Accommodation at Livingstone on Bed and Breakfast basis.
3 Nights' Accommodation on Safari in Kenya on Full board basis.
1 Night Accommodation in Nairobi on Bed and Breakfast basis.
2 Nights White Water Rafting - local drinks, all mentioned meals, Sleeping Bag, camping and rafting equipment.
Domestic return flight Lusaka to Livingstone.
Guided Tour of Livingstone Falls.
Return Airport Transfers in Livingstone.
Return Airport transfers in Nairobi.
Extra lunch in Nairobi as indicated in the itinerary.
Park fees .
Transportation and game drives in Kenya in our Minibus with an English speaking driver
guide on a Private basis.
A � litre bottle of mineral water provided in our vehicles on safari in Kenya on
complimentary basis, per person per day.
Our Assistance.

Price Excludes:
International flights, Visa fees and airport taxes.
Porterages, tipping and gratuities to staff and guides.
Extra meals, visits and activities not indicated.
Personal expenses like Telephones, Drinks, faxes and e-mail, laundry etc...
Any items not mentioned in the Price Includes.
International travel and medical insurance cover.

Cancellation Policy : Should you need to cancel, you must notify us in writing.
The following cancellation charges are applicable, if the notification for cancellation is received by us before commencement of the Tour.
45 - 30 Days : 25 % of the Total Cost of the Trip.
30 - 15 Days : 50 % of the Total Cost of the Trip.
15 Days : 100% of the Total Cost of the Trip.

Note:
Hotels and flights are subject to availability and Prices are indicative until time of booking.
International flight tickets would need to be booked by us to avail a group discount.
Yellow Fever Vaccination is Compulsory and has to be arranged on own.
Visas to Zambia and Kenya can be arranged by us.
Overseas Medical Insurance can be arranged by us

Brought to you by Go Beyond Travels (A Division Of The Mahalakshmi Glass Works Pvt Ltd), Dr E Moses Road, Mumbai 400011.

For more detailed information contact or visit website

Thrillophilia Adventure brings you Ladakh Excursion

Leh is nestled in the snowcapped Himalayas.
Leh is quite accessible to the tourists, where you will reach up to a clear blue sky from the towering mountains.

The Nubra valley, Khardung la, Pangong Lake and monasteries around Leh are the highlights of this package, which is available for date 3rd September 2010.

Leh is where the escapades in Ladakh begin. Mountaineering, white water rafting and wildlife tours are main adventurous attractions.
It is a hot favorite of the adventure enthusiasts.

Activities covered: Camping, Trekking, Sight seeing, Mountain biking, Camel safari.

Package includes: Transportation, accomodation, food, cost of activities.

For booking contact:

Thrillophilia Adventure Tours Pvt. Ltd.
Thrillophilia Adventure

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Bangalore, Karnataka 560102
India
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Email: arun@thrillophilia.com
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DRIVING HOLIDAY 2010 - MANALI TO LADAKH & BEYOND

28th August 2010 to 10th September 2010

TAG India is planning Driving Holiday to Ladakh 2010. The drive starts from Manali. The local transport from Manali onward would be 4-Wheel Drives. Itinerary @ the following link

http://tagindia.blogspot.com/2010/06/driving-holiday-in-ladakh-2010.html

The approximate airfare is 10,000 to 12,000 for three flights. The tentative cost for the holiday excluding airfare is 25000 & 35000 for budget & luxury trip respectively. Cost includes boarding & lodging, local transport (4-wheel drives), sightseeing, travel insurance.

Please click on the Link to sign up for the trip: Sign up form
( http://spreadsheets.google.com/viewform?hl=en&formkey=dEVXQjRFZ1ZRV3lwLU9SYVVMajkwb2c6MA#gid=0)