Capture the vibrant birdlife and wildlife of Mangalajodi, Chilika Lake & Bhitarkanika National Park with our expert guides and mentors.
Stunning close-up action shots guaranteed.
Duration | 4N / 5D |
Workshop |
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Camera, Lens Rental | *Available on discount for tour participants only |
Mangalajodi falls in northern edge of Chilika Lake and it's wetlands attracts winter migratory birds. Chilika Lake is the largest brackish water lagoon in Asia and second largest coastal lagoon in the world.
Chilika Lake was designated the first Indian wetland of international importance under the Ramsar Convention due to its rich biodiversity.
Over a million migratory waterfowl and shorebirds winter here.
Over 400 vertebrate species have been recorded.
As an estuarine lagoon, it supports a unique assemblage of marine, brackish and freshwater species.
Several rare and endangered species are found in the region.
The lake supports fisheries that are the lifeline of the community.
The lake is of great value in preserving genetic diversity.
There is an Increase in weeds and aquaculture activities
Bhitarkanika National Park is a Ramsar site and is surrounded by Bhitarkanika Wildlife Sanctuary. The national park and wildlife sanctuary is inundated by the rivers Brahmani, Baitarani, Dhamra, and Pathsala. It hosts many mangrove species, and is the second largest mangrove ecosystem in India.
The national park is home to Saltwater crocodile (Crocodylus porosus), Indian python, king cobra, black ibis, darters and many other species of flora and fauna.
The primary attraction is the photographic opportunity
Many big saltwater crocodiles as well hatchlings along with water monitor lizards
7 species of Kingfishers.
Many migratory waterfowl and shorebirds winter here.
Many Other woodpeckers, raptors, Flycatchers, Mangrove Pitta.
Mangalajodi & Bhitarkanika National Park
Ajit Hota
