About Bhitarkanika
Bhitarkanika National Park is a 145 km2 large national park in northeast Kendrapara district in Odisha in eastern India. The area is also been designated as a second Ramsar site of the State after Chilika Lake. It is surrounded by Bhitarkanika Wildlife Sanctuary, which is spread over 672 km2 (259 sq mi). Gahirmatha Beach and Marine Sanctuary are to the east, separating the swamp region and mangroves from the Bay of Bengal. The national park and wildlife sanctuary is inundated by the rivers Brahmani, Baitarani, Dhamra, Pathsala. The national park has many mangrove species and is the second-largest mangrove ecosystem in India. The national park is home to Saltwater crocodile Indian python, king cobra, black ibis, darters, and many other species of flora and fauna. Our Bhitarkanika tour package gives you a lot of enjoyment. Bhitarkanika is a river jungle trip. All sightseeing visits by boat in the national park.
How to reach Bhitarkonika from Kolkata?
The driving distance from Kolkata is 375 km. Bhadrak rail station is a closed railhead from Bhitarkonika. From Bhadrak, one can choose to reach Chandbali, a river port, via bus and take a boat directly to Bhitarkanika.
ENTRY FEE NEED.
Permission is required to enter the park, which can be obtained from the entry gates of Khola or Gupti. Bhitokonika visit via boats or through walks in the dense forests. All the boats approve by the Forest Department and need booking that will ensure a comfortable travel experience.
Fauna
The park is home to the saltwater crocodile, Indian python, black ibis, wild boar, rhesus monkey, chital, darter, cobra, monitor lizard. Olive ridley turtles nest on Gahirmatha and other nearby beaches.
Flora
Mangroves are salt-tolerant, complex, and dynamic eco-systems that occur in tropical and subtropical intertidal regions. Bhitarkanika is one such location of rich, lush green vibrant ecosystem lying in the estuarine region of Brahmani - Baitarani in the North-Eastern corner of Kendrapara district of Odisha.
Bhitarkanika Tour Package Itinerary
'Duration-1 Night 2 Days
DAY 1 : Arrival at Bhitarkanika
Arrival at resort at around 12 PM. After fresh n up have your lunch. Have some tea/coffee in the evening. After dinner have a good night sleep.
DAY 2 : Bhitarkanika Jungle Safari
After Breakfast transfer to Khola forest Gate by your own car to board on boat for Mangrove Forest Safari. Enjoy serpentine creeks, watch out for birds, particularly different varieties of Kingfishers, egrets, Bramhani Kites, eagles etc. Look for Pelicans and different types of Storks. Visit Bhitarkanika Forest Block. Check out Old Temple, Lotus Pond, Hunting Tower of yesteryear rulers. Climb the Watch Tower . You might see Wild Boar, Jungle cat, Spotted Deer and birds also. After that visit Dangmal Crocodile Breeding and Research center.Look for different crocodiles kept there. Visit Interpretation cum Museum also. Return back to the Khola gate. After that start for return/ onward journey. Tour ends with sweet memories.
Depending upon the tidal condition day wise itinerary might change. Though the all places mentioned in the itinerary will be covered.
Bhitarkanika Tour Package Itinerary
Duration - 2 Nights 3 Days)
DAY 1 : Arrival at Bhitarkanika*
Check into resort at around 12 Noon. After fresh n up complete your lunch. After Lunch spend time on the Bank of River Bramhani. Watch Beautiful Sun set . Have some tea/coffee in the evening. After dinner have a good night sleep.
DAY 2 : Bhitarkanika Jungle Safari & Kalibhanjadiha trip
After Breakfast transfer to Khola forest Gate to board on boat for Mangrove Forest Safari. Enjoy serpentine creeks, watch out for birds, particularly different varieties of Kingfishers, egrets, Bramhani Kites, eagles etc. Look for Pelicans and different types of Storks. Visit Bhitarkanika Forest Block. Check out Old Temple, Lotus Pond, Hunting Tower of yesteryear rulers. Climb the WatchTower . You might see Wild Boar, Jungle cat, Spotted Deer and birds also. After that visit Dangmal Crocodile Breeding and Research center.Look for different crocodiles kept there. Visit Interpretation cum Museum also. Return back to the Resort. Have your lunch. After lunch start another boat ride from Nalitapatia ghat for Kalibhanjadiha, Dhamra port and Dhamarai Temple. Watch beautiful Sen set on river Bramhani. Have some tea/coffee in the evening. After dinner have a good night sleep.
DAY 3 : Departure*
Early Morning visit nearby village. After Breakfast check out from the resort. Start for return/ onward journey. Tour ends with sweet memories.
Depending upon the tidal condition day wise itinerary might change. Though the all places mentioned in the itinerary will be covered.
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Bhitarkanika Tour Package Food Plan
BREAKFAST,LUNCH & DINNER
One seasonal veg. item and one paneer item will be served instead of Non Veg. items, if any one prefer Vegetarian meals.
Non veg. Items, evening snacks & sweet dishes will not be available in unlimited quantity)
Morning Tea :Tea Biscuits
Breakfast
Puri/ Paratha / Rice Idli Sabji / Poha
Bread Butter/Jam Boiled Egg / Omlet / Fruits Sweet Dish
Lunch
Rice Plain Dal One seasonal vegetable Fry
Crab/Prawn Fish (Rohu/Katla/similar). Papad Salad Pickles Sweet dish
Evening Snacks
Tea Vegetable. Pakora / Onion Pakora.
Dinner
Rice / Roti Plain Dal / Dal Fry One seasonal vegetable Fry Prawn/Crab Chicken. Papad Salad Pickles Sweet dish
Restaurant Timings
Morning Tea : 6:00 AM to 7:00 AM
Breakfast : 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM
Lunch : 12 Noon to 3:30 PM
Evening Tea : 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM
Dinner : 8:00 PM to 9:30 PM
Package Including
Non AC Cottages on double sharing,
Food- (Day 1 Lunch to exit day Breakfast)
Personalized Boat with entry fees for jungle safari from Khola Forest Gate(as per selected itinerary)
Package Exclusions :
Transportation cost, Trained guide, extra meals, snacks & packaged drinking water and GST.
Trip to Bhitarkanika with Habalikhati
Bhitarkanika Habalikhati Tour Package
Trip to Bhitarkanika with Habalikhati
Duration: 2 Nights & 3 Days
Tour start from: Cuttack, Tour ends at: Bhadrak
Day wise schedule :
First Day (The day of Arrival):
Meals : Lunch, Evening Hi-Tea & Dinner
Activity : Habalikhati Transfer.
5:30 - 6:00 AM: Pick up from Cuttack Railway station and move towards Gupti forest check post of Bhitarkanika.
Breakfast on the way( on direct payment basis)
9:00 - 10:00 AM: Arrival at Gupti Forest check post.
10:00 AM : Start Boating from Gupti Forest jetty. Move towards Habalikhati.Enjoy the creeks & River. Get down at Habalikhati Jetty. Start walking through a beautiful jungle trail( total distance 3 kilometre)
Check into Habalikhati Nature camp.
1:00 - 2:00 PM: lunch (local cuisine) at Dining hall.
2:00 - 6:00 PM: Enjoy the sea beach. If you are lucky enough, you can experience the mass nesting (Arribada) of the Olive Ridley sea Turtle.
6:00 - 7:00 PM: Evening Hi-Tea at the Dining Hall.
8:00 - 9:00 PM: Dinner will be served at the Dining Hall.
Second Day ( Habalikhati- Bhitarkanika) :
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Evening Hi-Tea & Dinner
Activity: Bhitarkanika Forest Block & Dangmal visit.
Wake up in the morning. Explore the Sea beach.
7:00 - 8:00 AM: Breakfast at Dining Hall.
9:00 AM : Check out from the Habalikhati Nature camp and move towards Bhitarkanika. Get down at Bhitarkanika Forest block. Enjoy jungle trail. Visit old temples, lotus pond, Hunting Tower and Watch Tower.
After that transfer to Dangmal Crocodile Project area. Visit Mangrove Nursery, Crocodile Hatchery, Nature Interpreter Centre (Museum) and newly built Sky walk.
Transfer to the Resort at Bhitarkanika.
3:00 PM: After a warm welcome, check into the resort.
3:00 - 4:00 PM: Join us at the Dining Hall for lunch (local cuisine).
4:00 - 6:00 PM: Take some rest or engage yourself in recreational activities available at resort. Watch beautiful sun set on river Brahmani.
6:00 - 7:00 PM: Evening Hi-Tea at the Dining Hall.
7:00 - 8:00 PM: Bonfire can be arranged in the evening on request (except during rainy season and windy conditions)
8:30 - 9:30 PM: Dinner will be served at the Dining Hall.
Third Day (Departure) :
Meals: Breakfast.
Activity: Village Visit
Wake up in the morning.
6:00 - 6:30 AM: Morning Tea will be served at the Dining Hall.
7:00 - 8:00 AM: Breakfast at Dining Hall.
8:00 - 11:00 AM : Visit nearby village.
11:00 AM: Checkout from resort and move towards Bhadrak for return/onward journey.
Please Note: Sighting of wildlife in the forest is a natural phenomenon and can never be guaranteed.