Bhitarkanika Mangrove Forest Tour
Bhitarkanika Mangrove Forest Tour
Bhitarkanika Mangrove Forest Tour
3 Days Starting and ending in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India
Visiting: Bhubaneswar, Bhitarkanika National Park
Tour operator:
Tour code:
AGORA266
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Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
1 - 10
Age range:
0-90
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians, Vegans, Meat, Kosher, Jain, Halal
Tour operated in:
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$1134
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NB: Prices correct on 21-May-2024 but subject to change.
Tour Overview
The 3 days tour include visit to Bhitarkanika Mangrove Forest the world's largest and most relevant nesting ground for the endangered Olive Ridley Turtles. Bhitarkanika is home to over 55 species of mangroves, 170 species of birds and a large population of saltwater crocodiles, hawks-bill and leather-back turtles, Bibron's soft shelled turtle, endangered king cobra and the Indian rock python. Accommodation with all meals, transport by private car, guide and boat safari are well included in this tour.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Bhubaneswar - Bhitarakanika National Park
Location: Bhubaneswar, Bhitarkanika National Park
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Lunch, Dinner
Pick up from your Bubaneshwar hotel or airport and drive to Bhitarakanika, check in at hotel. Bhitarkanika is second largest mangrove forest in India. It was declared a sanctuary in 1975, in order to protect the estuarine crocodile and the turtles in their rare mangrove habitat. Rest time free and easy to relax. O/n at Jungle Cottage/ Tent.
Day 2 : Bhitarakanika National Park
Location: Bhitarkanika National Park
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Explore Bhitarkanika the breeding ground for Olive Ridley turtles. Boat safari in Mangrove forest, enjoy the serpentine creeks, watch out for birds, particularly different varieties of Kingfisher. Keep looking for estuarine crocodiles basking in the sun. Also visit Bagagahan Bird Sanctuary, climb to watch tower, look for Pelican & different varieties of Storks. Later drive to Similipal and check in at Cottage/ Tent.
O/n at Jungle Cottage/ Tent.
Day 3 : Bhitarakanika National Park - Bhubaneswar
Location: Bhitarkanika National Park, Bhubaneswar
Meals Included: Breakfast
Drive to Bhubaneswar and drop off to Airport or at your hotel.
What's Included
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Garland welcome and assistance on arrival at airport
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Boat safari in Bhitarkanika Wildlife Sanctuary
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Applicable GST (government taxes).
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English speaking tour guide on sightseeing days (local guide in each city).
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2-nights accommodation in offered hotels or similar (standard room)
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All Meals starting from 1st day tinner to last day breakfast.
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Breakfast
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Accommodation
2 Nights accommodation in 3-Star hotels
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Deluxe Air-conditioned private vehicle with English speaking chauffeur as per tour program
What's Not Included
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Or anything not mentioned above.
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Expenses of personal nature like liquor, laundry, tips, telephone, fax, internet etc.
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Camera charges
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Any flight ticket
Check out our Q&As
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Are all the relevant entry visa’s included in the price of the tour?
No. You have to apply for Indian Visa yourself. TOURIST VISA is mandatory for Foreign Nationals to travel India.
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Are vaccinations required for this tour?
Yes. Please check same on your international ticket
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What currencies are required for this tour?
INR, USD, EURO, GBP, SGD, JPY, CNY, RMB, CAD,
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
We conduct our business fairly, with honesty, integrity and transparency. We deliver what we promise, and only promise what we can deliver.
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
Less than 10 person group only driver will be your companion. We use local government licenced tour guide in each cities for sightseeing tour.
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
We do not operate tour on sharing
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
We are completely flexible in changing the travel dates, until we dont have to bourne any penalty levied by hotels/airline.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
5 Yeas
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Am I contributing to any charity by booking the tour?
Yes, you will support NGO and schooling for kids in villages.
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
We operate private tour/activity only for your group. Hence if you missed to join and tour departed, we can coordinate and you can join the tour from the nearest point.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Iitnerary and confirmation vouchers
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Face masks provided for travelers. Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff. Gear/equipment sanitized between use. Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized. Regular temperature checks for staff. Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of agora voyages charges.
Up to 30 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 29 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 14 days before tour starts: Forfeit 70% of booking price.
At 2 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
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Standard Operating Protocol issued by Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, GOI
Face masks provided for travelers.
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff.
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized.
Regular temperature checks for staff.
Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons.
Gear/equipment sanitized between use.
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