Go the distance
Out of DELHI (300km)
Get up close with nature’s colourful ambassadors in Pangot, Uttarakhand
ost folks might not have heard of the tiny village of Pangot in the Shivalik Range of Uttarakhand, but serious birders from across the world certainly have. The mountain range itself is home to 250 species of birds, and the chirping in this sleepy little village is (sound) evidence enough. Even the villagers are mindful of the feathered inhabitants, (Naini Peak) or , where five different varieties of that bird have been spotted. We’d recommend taking the , which passes rhododendron, oak and neem trees, quaint local houses and, of course, many, many birds. If you aren’t a seasoned birder yet, hire a guide – they will serve as your eyes. Or base yourself at the ; they offer customised guided tours . Importantly, carry a pair of powerful binoculars, and clothing that blends in with the surrounding forest. End a day of birding with the sunset from the lodge’s wooden balcony, and, if you’re lucky enough, in the company of the lovely animals on the property.
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