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Bhubaneshwar to Bhitarkanika Mangroves Forest & Similipal Tiger Reserve Tour

Bhubaneshwar to Bhitarkanika Mangroves Forest & Similipal Tiger Reserve Tour

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$706

Bhubaneshwar to Bhitarkanika Mangroves Forest & Similipal Tiger Reserve Tour

4 Days Starting and ending in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India

Visiting: Bhubaneswar, Bhitarkanika national Park, boat service (khola), Similipal Tiger Reserve, Simlipal National Park

Tour operator:

Agora Voyages

Tour code:

AGORA584

Recommended For:

Couples, LGBT plus

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

1 - 10

Physical rating:

Low, EASY

Age range:

0-99

Special diets catered:

Vegetarians, Vegans, Meat, Kosher, Halal, Jain

Tour operated in:

English

Private Available:

From:

$730

$706 (USD) BLACK FRIDAY SALE @ Tourhub: $24

Tour Overview

Embark on a thrilling private tour from Bhubaneswar to the enchanting Bhitarkanika Mangroves Forest and Similipal Tiger Reserve. Explore the ancient Buddhist sites of Ratnagiri, Udaigiri, and Lalitgiri en route to Bhitarakanika, a paradise for adventure enthusiasts and home to Olive Ridley turtles. Witness the captivating mangrove habitat, spot estuarine crocodiles, and visit the Bagagahan Bird Sanctuary. Continue to Similipal Tiger Reserve for a jeep safari, encountering majestic tigers, leopards, and diverse wildlife amidst stunning landscapes. Conclude your tour with cherished memories of nature's wonders.

Highlights

This is a private tour/activity only for your group.
Flexible sightseeing & stopover
Enhanced cleaning/ traveler safety
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
In depth cultural experience
Most travelers can participate

Places You'll See

Bhubaneshwar To Bhitarkanika Mangroves Forest & Similipal Tiger Reserve Tour

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Bhubaneswar - Bhitarakanika National Park (200Kms/ 4Hrs Approx)

Location:

Bhubaneswar, Bhitarkanika national Park, boat service (khola)

Accommodation:

Lodge, Resort, LodgeResort

Meals Included:

Dinner

Pick up from your hotel and drive to Bhitarakanika via visiting Ratnagiri, Udaigiri & Lalitgiri excavated Buddhist Sites filled with many Stupas cut out from rock and ancient monastery. Arrive Bhitarakanika check in at Jungle Cottage/ Tent. Bhitarkanika is an adventurist's paradise and a breeding ground for Olive Ridley turtles. The second largest mangrove forest of the country, it was declared a sanctuary in 1975, in order to protect the estuarine crocodile and the turtles in their rare mangrove habitat. Other residents of the sanctuary include water monitor lizards and king cobras. Dinner
overnight at Jungle Cottage/ Tent.

Day 2 : Bhitarakanika National Park - Similipal Tiger Reserve (200Kms/ 4Hrs Approx)

Location:

Bhitarkanika national Park, boat service (khola), Similipal Tiger Reserve

Accommodation:

Camp, Lodge, Resort

Meals Included:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After breakfast ready to explore the land of crocodiles in their own Mangrove habitat. 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. Visit Crocodile museum at Dangamal.
Later drive to Similipal National Park a tiger reserve and check in at Jungle Cottage/ Tent. Dinner
overnight at Jungle Cottage/ Tent.

Day 3 : Similipal Tiger Reserve

Location:

Simlipal National Park

Accommodation:

Camp, Lodge, Resort

Meals Included:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After breakfast Jeep safari in Similipal Tiger Reserve. Simiipal is endowed with high peaks like Khairiburu, Maghasini and rocky cliffs like Ganapati facing the frost-valleys in Devasthali. Simlipal National Park derives its name from the abundance of red silk cotton trees growing in the area. The biodiversity of the land scape with high degree of endemism is the striking feature of the sanctuary. It harbours Tiger, Leopard, Sloth bear, Elephant, Gaur and other important major faunal species. Similipal is the only home for the unique melanistic tiger in the world. There are 55 species of mammals, 361 species of birds, 62 species of reptiles, 21 species of amphibians, with many species of invertebrate are present in the landscape.

Rest time free and easy to relax and personal activities. Dinner
Overnight at guest house/ homestay.

Day 4 : Similipal Tiger Reserve - Bhubaneshwar (200Kms/ 4Hrs Approx)

Location:

Bhubaneswar

Meals Included:

Breakfast

Breakfast at hotel, drive to Bhubaneshwar. Directly transfer to airport to board evening flight for onward destination.

What's Included

1 Jeep safari in Similipal Tiger Reserve
1 Boat Safari in Bhitarakanika National Park
Bottled water
Deluxe Air-conditioned private vehicle with English speaking chauffeur as per tour program.
Breakfast
Applicable GST (government taxes).
Private English speaking guide in each cities on sightseeing days.
Dinner
3 Nights accommodation in below mentioned hotels or similar

Mix 3 & 4-Star hotels

What's Not Included

Expenses of personal nature like liquor, laundry, tips, telephone, fax, internet etc.
Any air fare
Or anything not mentioned above.
Main Meals, Lunch or dinner unless mentioned

Check out our Q&As

Are children permitted to take part in the tour?

Yes
Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?

Yes, after the sightseeing you will be having time to explore the city and places of your interest. Our driver and transport will remain on disposal at your service. We expect you will release the driver before 8 pm so that he is having ample time to sleep and report on time to your next day duty.
Is there a supplement for solo travellers?

We have provided price for 1 person traveling alone and 2 person sharing double room. Single room supplement apply if 2 person are opting for 2 single rooms.
What currencies are required for this tour?

USD, EURO, GBP, JPY, CNY, RMB, SGD, CAD, AUD are accepted at most of the tourist shops. These currencies can easily be changed into local currency INR from money changer at the airport, in cities, and at hotels.
Are vaccinations required for this tour?

Yes. Please check same on your international ticket

Is free Wi-Fi available in the accommodation used?

Most of the hotels offer free Wi-Fi.
What currencies are required for this tour?

INR, USD, EURO, GBP, SGD, JPY, CNY, RMB, CAD,
What is the maximum group size?

10
Will there be an escort accompanying this tour?

No. We provide a local English-speaking tour guide in each city. Accompanying tour escort can be booked at a supplement cost
Are all the relevant entry visa’s included in the price of the tour?

You have to apply for Indian Visa yourself. https://indianvisaonline.gov.in/
Are flights included in this tour?

No. Neither international nor domestic flight tickets are included in the package price. We can book the flight at supplement best available cost.
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.
Are vaccinations required for this tour?

Yes
Is the tour coach air conditioned?

Yes
Are airport transfers included in this tour?

Yes, Private airport transfer is included.
Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?

Yes, we will provide all details well in advance before the tour
Company Instant Book

Instant confirmation subject to 3 day advance booking.
Are all entrance fees included in the price?

Yes, entrances to all monuments and activities charges mentioned in the itinerary are well included in the price
Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?

Yes. On request and at supplement cost, we can provide another language (German, French, Russian, Spanish, Italian guide) subject to availability in that cities.
Will passengers be provided assistance at airport?

Our office representative will receive the guest with the lead passenger name paging board. And
Do you require a visa for this holiday?

Yes, Visa is require for any foreigner entering India.
What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?

We have provided the price using 3* / 4* & 5* hotels
Will passengers from another country be participating in the tour?

This is a private tour/activity only for your group. Any country citizen, individual or group can book a private tour for any number of members. We treat every booking as a private tour and we do not mix travelers.
Is there a limit to luggage that can be brought on the tour?

Domestic flights generally provide 15 kg checked-in baggage and 7 kg hand baggage. We provide vehicle which could accommodate 1 big and 1 handbag easily per person. There is no baggage limit set by us. Traveling with less baggage is always comfortable and recommended.
What is the fitness level required to do this tour?

Easy
Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?

Yes, we can assist and arrange pre or post-tour accommodation.
Can you provide other than English language guide?

Yes, we can provide other than English language guide. Request for same should be sent to sent to us at the time of booking. Other than English language guide are subject to availability and may attract additional charges.
What is the tipping policy?

Recommended tipping is 5 to 10% of total tour values. It's always optional and depends on the traveler's wish.
What happens if a group doesn’t make its minimum required number of passengers?

We operate private tours only and guarantee 100% departure. If group members reduced, we will recalculate the price and apply the lowest supplement only if it's increasing our operation cost.
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.
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.
Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?

We do not operate tour on sharing
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.
How long has the tour company been trading?

5 Yeas
Am I contributing to any charity by booking the tour?

Yes, you will support NGO and schooling for kids in villages.
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.
What documents will I receive before I travel?

Iitnerary and confirmation vouchers
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.
Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

Yes

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Dates & Availability

Dec
2023 Jan
2024 Feb
2024 Mar
2024 Apr
2024 May
2024 Jun
2024

Wednesday - Saturday

Dec 06, 2023 - Dec 09, 2023

~~$730~~ $706 (USD)