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THE UNUSUAL ANIMALS OF INDIA’S WILD WESTTailor Made Sample Itinerary No.8
Mahatma Gandhi’s home state of Gujarat, in India’s central west, boasts fascinating architecture, a wide variety of habitats, abundant birdlife and a plethora of unusual animals. Harrier, jungle cat and the elegant blackbuck inhabit the grasslands of Velavadar; many leopard and the last Asiatic lions live in the forests of Gir; the mangroves and coral reefs of the Gulf of Kutch’s Marine National Park give sanctuary to turtles and dugong; the Indian wolf prowls in the Neliya grasslands; and the houbara bustard, imperial eagle and herds of Asiatic wild ass can be found in Dasada, the largest wildlife sanctuary in India. With only two domestic flights and a relatively small geographical area to traverse, this tour will suit those enthusiasts looking for unusual species to discover chiefly using overland transport. 2012 PricesFrom £3041 per person sharing double/twin rooms and including international flights. Please contact us for a definitive quote based on your requirements. NB: Prices are based on flights with Emirates Airlines NB: The National Parks of Gujarat are open from 15 October to 30 June.
THE MEANING OF TAILOR MADEOur tailor-made tours offer full date flexibility and freedom of choice regarding locations and content (subject to logistics and availability). The above itinerary is a good example of what is possible but can be altered and/or extended to suit your individual preferences. Please contact us by email or telephone to discuss your requirements and one of our friendly and expert travel consultants will be pleased to design your perfect itinerary.
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A southern India wildlife tour of great variety, diverse natural history and stunning scenery, this tour includes many significant national parks and reserves, as well as houseboat cruising in Kerala’s waterways and the charms of Cochin with its many attractions. Perfect for wildlife enthusiasts who enjoy taking their time travelling through, rather than flying over, varied tropical landscapes, taking in all the exotic sights and sounds along the way. Find out more... A wonderful melange of prime national parks and important cultural sites, this India wildlife and culture holiday holds great variety and wide appeal. Affording ample opportunity to view tiger and leopard, spot large numbers of birds, encounter monkeys, pythons and many other species, it also utilises a number of different forms of transport, including plane, train, jeep, elephant and car. Recommended for those seeking wildlife and history in equal measure. Find out more... Experience three extra-special yet little visited corners of India, each with its own particular special appeal, in this India lions, rhinos and islands holiday. See the last of the Asiatic lion in Gir and the endangered Indian one-horned rhino in Kaziranga, then fly far offshore to the lovely Lakshadweep coral islands to explore the undersea world of the Indian Ocean and laze on a beautiful beach before journeying home. Be off the beaten track, yet enjoy some of India’s best locations. Find out more... This tour of northern India offers the opportunity to take in the sights of Delhi, the excellent birding and wildlife at Bharatpur, the fabulous Taj Mahal and the deserted Moghul city of Fatehpur Sikri before the highlight: Bandhavghar, probably the best tiger reserve in India. Enjoy the comforts of a first class jungle resort and the chance to view the largest and most majestic of all cats. This extensive, comprehensive 19-day itinerary is designed to reveal the major highlights, both cultural and natural, to be found in India’s northern state of Rajasthan. Desert wildlife sanctuaries and camel camps, forest reserves for tigers and birds, and the forts and other cultural delights of many towns and cities. Find out more... Not many know that Goa, famous for its beaches, also boasts some excellent wildlife reserves: we visit some of these as well spend rewarding relaxation time on Goa’s fabulous coastline in a very pleasant, high quality resort. We then follow with two of India’s best tiger reserves: Pench and Kanha. Find out more... For those whose main aim in visiting India is to see the world’s largest feline, this itinerary is purrfect (please excuse pun). We have included the three best tiger reserves in the Subcontinent to provide you with the maximum opportunity for exciting big cat encounters. Find out more... Mahatma Gandhi’s home state of Gujarat, in India’s central west, boasts fascinating architecture, a wide variety of habitats, abundant birdlife and a plethora of unusual animals. Find out more... Bordered by the Himalayan foothills and famous for its tea, Assam, in India’s far east, is also a mecca for wildlife enthusiasts keen to visit four important reserves for some very rare species. Find out more... Imagine walking in the forests of one of India’s least visited tiger reserves, savouring the sounds and scents of the wilderness and the thrill of anticipated close encounters with all manner of animals, including the king of the jungle himself. Imagine no longer: the reality is within your grasp in this extra-special tiger tour. Find out more... |
Thank you for arranging such a thoroughly enjoyable trip, which went so smoothly. We hope to return to India again before too long. Mr & Mrs J C, Middlesex. |
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