Little Rann of Kutch

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  • Date 13-03-2020 - 16-03-2020
Little Rann of Kutch, Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India
Tour Title
Little Rann of Kutch
Event Type
Tour
Tour Date
13-03-2020 to 16-03-2020
Last Date for Applying
10-03-2020
Location
Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India
Organize and Presented By
Chiiz
Sponsored By
Chiiz
Organizing/Related Departments
Travel
Organization Type
Arts and Science
TourCategory
Both (Technical & Non Technical)
TourLevel
International
Related Industries
Location
Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India

DESERT PARADISE - KUTCH 

 

A tour to experience some of North-West India’s lesser known wildlife. Enjoy drives into the wild to visit the remote grasslands, lakes and marshes of Little Rann of Kutch, home to the endangered Asiatic wild ass. Pack your bags and join in to a trip to the Not-so ‘Little’ Rann of Kutch, where you will explore and photograph its wonders. The vast expanse of this barren cracked land often gleaming with mirages has more surprises to it than what meets the eye. The vast expanse of infinite  landscape hosts a large variety of bird and mammal species mainly raptors. The sunrise and the sunset here are those fascinating moments when the golden light reflects upon the enduring wetlands, resulting in lighting up the entire horizon and mesmerizing anyone who experiences this spectacle.

 

Our primary focus during this tour is to observe & photograph the beautiful landscape, the different species of birds – residents and migrants, as well as passage mammals. With wild asses running across the wilderness, this habitat is a paradise. A unique habitat comprising of saline mudflats, marshes, scrubland and large seasonal wetlands, LRK is a haven for avian diversity. We may come across Merlin, Peregrine Falcon, Common Kestrel, Imperial Eagle,

Steppe Eagle, Greater-spotted Eagle and various species of Harriers. There are chances of photographing the rare Hoopoe Lark and other species like Short-eared Owl, Desert Warbler, Greater and Lesser Flamingos, Pelicans, Common Crane, Long-legged Buzzard, Chestnut-bellied Sandgrouse, Sand Lark, Sykes’s Lark and Greater Short-toed Lark. Amongst mammals, other than the wild ass, one may also spot hyenas and desert fox.


 

MENTOR – Avishek Roy

 

Avishek Roy is a successful wildlife photographer and entrepreneur in the field of photography, whose images have been recognized in various competitions and exhibitions. What began as a hobby a decade ago turned into an integral part of his lifestyle and profession. He expresses stories of the beauty of the natural world through his photography, travelling across, challenging himself in new locations and documenting the wildlife that live there. All of his images are captured in the wild. His photography draws from knowledge gained through the various tours to wildlife forests in the country.

If he is not clicking images, you are most likely to see him talking about the art, mentoring groups and spreading the knowledge and love for photography. He loves the immense possibilities of the digital world, managing and staying connected with a highly active social media photography group, whose numbers run in thousands. Follow his work on Facebook and Instagram. His undying quest to experience and capture the wonders of this awesome planet we call home, is what keeps him striving for a life less normal.




 

DETAILED ITINERARY

 

DAY 1 (Friday)

 

Arrive at Ahmedabad airport and we set off for Little Rann of Kutch. We reach by noon. Check-in at the resort. After room allocation and freshening up we will have a small orientation session about the terrain, species and how next few days will be like. The first safari of the tour will take you to the mesmerizing landscapes of LRK to observe and photograph birds and mammals. As the golden evening light starts to set in we will try to make images of Wild Asses

against the and this is also the time for some raptors activity especially harriers to roost which gives an ideal opportunity to make ground level images or to just enjoy the red sun setting at the horizon.

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DAY 2 (Saturday)

 

The day begins early as we prepare ourselves to head to the second safari before the early morning light hits the Rann. We will be scouring vast expanses of Rann to spot and photograph raptors. Early morning is an ideal time to find a raptor on a kill if luck supports. Post safari, back at base we will discuss the outcome, learning and challenges of the previous two safaris. Evening safari will pretty much be like that of previous safari but with the major change in habitat. We will be going well off 40 kms inside LRK which is altogether a different habitat. Chances of McQueen’s bustard, Indian courser and desert foxes are high here. Dinner and retire for the night.

 

DAY 3 (Sunday)

Wake up to the chirping sounds of the birds and the mystic air of the Little Rann of Kutch. Kutch provides an important feeding, breeding and roosting habitat for a large number of birds due to its strategic location on bird migration route and its connection with the dynamic Gulf of Kutch. The Rann of Kutch can be considered a large eco-tone, a transitional area between marine and terrestrial ecosystems.. Today, you will once again get a chance to implement the learning from the last two days in 2 different locations and capture some beautiful frames on your safaris. After returning from the safari, you can exchange experiences of the day with everyone else.

Day concludes after dinner

 

DAY 4 (Monday)

Early morning wake up and a head out for our safari and try to make the most of this last safari of the trip. We may dedicate this safari to observe (and photograph) the thousands of migratory birds and fowls that visit the Rann. Post lunch check out and head back to Ahmedabad with amazing memories, experience, stories.

Tour concludes with Happy memories.




 

THINGS TO CARRY: 

1. ID Proof (Compulsory)

2. Dull earth coloured clothes (avoid bright colours)

3. Personal first aid kit, toiletries

4. Cap, sunglasses, sunscreen,

5. Binocular/camera with lenses



 

TOUR DATES

 

MARCH 13 - 16, 2020

 

TOUR COST Rs 26,500/- per person

AMOUNT TO BOOK : Rs. 10,000/-

BALANCE AMOUNT DUE : Mar 4 2020

DETAILS :  events.chiiz.com

CONNECT :  +91-727-727-4848

GROUP BOOKINGS : [email protected]

Others Details

PRICE INCLUDES - Pickup and drop from Ahmedabad - Accommodation on twin sharing basis in cottages - Breakfast, lunch and dinner on all days. - Forest entry fees - Photography sessions, on-field assistance and image reviews - All applicable taxes EXCLUSIONS - Camera fees, as applicable on the safari dates. - Additional beverages, snacks and bottled water ordered at the resort - Medical costs - Tips and other expenses not mentioned in the includes list above

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Delhi Office

V112 Sector C, Bhagwati Vihar Uttam Nagar New Delhi 110059

[email protected]

   08860097201    Fax No: 110059