Birds Of Kumaon
Birds of Kumaon*
Feathered Peaks. Forest Calls. Wide Skies.
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This isn’t just birdwatching — it’s terrain tracking at three altitudes. From the thick oak forests of Sattal to the alpine ridges of Pangot, and finally down to Corbett’s wild heart — this route is crafted for real birders and wildlife lovers. Follow the forest line, cross habitats, and spot 500+ species through shifting altitudes, dense sal woods, and riverside trails. Cameras ready. Binoculars locked. The birds aren’t waiting.
One road. Many moments. Here’s how.
Day 1 – Into the Forested Seven Lakes
Transfer from Delhi to Sattal (approx. 7–8 hrs). As you climb into Kumaon, let the landscape shift — pine forests, lake valleys, and crisp mountain air. Evening nature walk if time allows. Watch for early visitors — the forest doesn’t sleep.
Day 2 – Sattal Forest Birding
A full day in the woods. Kalij pheasant, rufous-bellied woodpecker, Himalayan barbets, bee-eaters, and more. Explore by lake, trail, and canopy cover. Don’t miss the silence. It's where the next call comes from.
Day 3 & 4 – Climb to Pangot
Rise to 8000 ft. Pangot’s high-altitude birding is legendary. Spot the Himalayan Griffon, Lammergeier, forktails, pheasants, blue-winged minlas and more. Two full days, no rush. Just listen and track.
Day 5 – Corbett by the River
Descend to Corbett, pausing at Corbett Falls for en-route sightings. Afternoon birding at Kumeria — brown fish owls, redstarts, forktails. Watch the Ramganga’s edge: it hums with wings.
Day 6 – Through the Grasslands
A full day in Corbett’s jungle and grassland terrain. River lapwings, crimson sunbirds, hawk-eagles, owlets, francolins. Track quietly. Sit longer. This place is a raptor’s paradise.
Day 7 – Jeep Safari & Departure
Optional early morning jeep safari (direct payment). A final shot at the tiger, maybe an eagle in flight. Return to resort, breakfast, and check out.
Gallery
Feathers. Forests. Field calls. Repeat.
Breaking Down Each Location
Sattal
About the Location
Cluster of seven lakes surrounded by oak and pine forests — Sattal is a quiet birder’s dream. Home to pheasants, deer, and early morning mist walks.
Pangot
About the Location
Kumaon’s high-altitude birding capital. Surrounded by forest trails and 250+ species, it’s where silence gives way to wingbeats. Raw. Real. Rewarding.
Jim Corbett National Park
About the Location
India’s wild nerve center. Corbett’s 1300+ sq km hold tigers, owls, hornbills, sunbirds, and the Ramganga whispering through. A full-circle ending to your altitudinal birding journey.
