Odisha Wildlife Tour with Temples — Bhitarkanika, Bhubaneswar & Puri (Standard)

6 Nights / 7 Days Heritage Odisha

What's Included

Accommodation on twin sharing basis

Daily breakfast

Exclusive A/c vehicle for transfers & sightseeing

One-time boat excursion to Bhitarkanika Forest

One-time forest entry fees

All permit fees & hotel taxes (as per itinerary)

Rates are valid for Indian nationals only

Not Included

Air fare / Train fare

Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone calls, tips & gratuity, mineral water, soft & hard drinks, porterage

Additional sightseeing or extra usage of vehicle, other than mentioned in the itinerary

Entrance fees & guide charges

Any cost arising due to natural calamities like road blockage, political disturbances (strikes), etc. (to be borne by the client, which is directly payable on the spot)

Any increase in taxes or fuel price, leading to increase in cost on surface transportation & land arrangements, which may come into effect prior to departure

Insurance

Anything not included in the inclusions

GST

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Bhubaneswar Rly. Station / Airport - Bhitarkanika National Park (150 kms / 4 hrs)

Meet & Greet on arrival at Bhubaneswar Airport / Railway Station & transfer to Bhitarkanika National Park, lying in the estuarine region of Brahmani-Baitarani Rivers in the North-Eastern corner of Kendrapara district of Odisha, is the second largest viable mangrove eco-system of India. The huge area of mangrove forests and wetland is intersected by a network of creeks with Bay of Bengal on the East. This is one of best spots for wildlife and nature lovers. It is a heaven for bird watchers, ornithologists, wildlife and nature photographers. On arrival check-in at resort. Overnight stay will be at Bhitarkanika (Dangmal/Gupti/Khola). Note: With its rich history, lush mangrove forests, and diversified ecosystems, Bhitarkanika indeed offers a captivating experience for travel enthusiasts. However, it's important to be aware of the limited options, services, and tourist facilities available here. During travel and stay, you may not find the same level of comfort and convenience here always as you would in more urban or touristy areas.

Jungle Avengers / Similar

Bhitarkanika National Park

After early delicious home style breakfast transfer to Khola forest Gate and board on countryside boat for Mangrove Forest Safari. Enjoy bending creeks, watch out for birds, particularly different varieties of Kingfishers, Egrets, Bramhani Kites, Eagles etc. Get down at Bagagahana Bird Sanctuary. Climb the watch Tower to look for Pelicans and different types of Storks. Later visit Bhitarkanika Forest Block to check out Old Temple, Lotus Pond and Hunting Tower of past rulers. Climb the Tower and you might be able to spot Wild Boar, Jungle cat, Spotted Deer and birds also. After that visit Dangmal Crocodile Breeding and Research centre and notice different crocodiles. Visit Interpretation cum Museum and then return back to resort for lunch. After lunch, enjoy the surrounding nature’s beauty and paddy field. Late afternoon, visit the local Jagannath temple to participate in the Aarti Darshan. Overnight stay will be at Bhitarkanika (Dangmal / Gupti / Khola). Note: Bhitarkanika Wildlife Sanctuary & National Park will be closed from 1st May.

Jungle Avengers / Similar

Bhitarkanika National Park - Bhubaneswar via Lalitgiri-Ratnagiri-Udaigiri (250 kms / 8 hrs)

After breakfast drive to Bhubaneswar. En-route visit through Ratnagiri-Lalitgiri-Udayagiri Buddhist circuit, popularly known as Diamond triangle of Odisha. Ratnagiri is a large-scale excavation having unearthed Buddhist shrines, large monasteries, a big stupa and a number of votive stupas. Lalitgiri is the oldest Buddhist complex of the state and one of the earliest Buddhist establishments of the world. Udayagiri is known for its bell-shaped Stupa signifying Vajrajana form of Buddhism. It is located in the basin of a U-shaped hill. Must visit the museum at Ratnagiri & Lalitgiri. Evening arrive and check-in to the hotel. Overnight stay will be at Bhubaneswar.

Belford / Cozzet Victoria / Similar

Bhubaneswar Sightseeing

After breakfast visit Lingraj Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva which is one of the oldest temple where Non-Hindus are not allowed inside the temple premises. Later proceed to Udaigiri and Khandagiri Jain caves which belong to 2nd Century BC, & Nandan Kanan which contains a botanical garden and part of it has been declared as sanctuary famous for white tiger (Closed on Monday). Evening you can enjoy shopping at Ekamra Haat buying local handicrafts and other goodies. Overnight stay will be at Bhubaneswar.

Belford / Cozzet Victoria / Similar

Bhubaneswar – Puri via Konark (120 kms/6 hrs)

After breakfast proceed to Puri. En-route visit Dhauli Buddhist Shanti Stupa (Peace Pagoda), Pipili (Applique Work Village), Sun Temple at Konark (the UNESCO World heritage monument), Chandrabhaga beach. On arrival, check-in to the Hotel. After fresh-up visit to Lord Jagannath Temple, one of the four pilgrimage sites of Char Dham (Non-Hindu are not allowed inside the temple premises). Evening free for shopping at Sea side where you can get some unique ornaments & showpieces made by Shell. Overnight stay will be at Puri.

Durene Beach Resort / Grand Resort / Shamuka Hotel (Pearl) / Similar

Excursion to Chilika Lake (Satpada) (50 Kms. / 1½ Hrs. one way)

After breakfast start for day excursion to Chilika Lake (Place called Satpada). It’s famous for Irrawaddy Dolphins. One can enjoy boating at Satpada (at own cost) and visit the lagoon where the lake meets into Bay of Bengal. Evening back to Puri. Overnight stay will be at Puri.

Durene Beach Resort / Grand Resort / Shamuka Hotel (Pearl) / Similar

Puri - Bhubaneswar Rly. Station / Airport (60 Kms. / 2 Hrs.)

After breakfast Check-out from hotel and take the departure transfers to Bhubaneswar Railway Station / Airport for your onward journey.

Important Information

Important: Check-in 10:00 hrs. & Check-out time 08:00 hrs. in Puri. In Bhubaneswar & Bhitarkanika Check-in & Check-out time will be 11:00 hrs.
Important: Please carry original ID proof (Voter ID card/Pass-port/Driving License/etc.) for security purpose & hotel policy.
Important: We need following for process your booking Guest Name & Contact Number. Naming List with gender & age.
Important: On arrival of guests, we will provide them local contact numbers of our executive, who will handle the entire operation.
Important: If any tourist spot does not complete for weekly closing day & if they want to do the same on next day, then they have to pay the extra cost for the vehicle.
Important: Please maintain the timing for sightseeing / transfers as advised by our executive.
Important: Please note only those boats are allowed to go inside Bhitarkanika forest which are approved by Forest Department. We are not responsible for the condition of boats. We can only arrange the boat for the guests.
Important: Forest remains closed last week of December & first week of January date not yet fixed depending upon Odisha Government, due to annual salt water Crocodile Status Survey.
Extra person (EPSR): ₹13,800
Child with no bed (CNB): ₹8,500

Starting from

₹29,300 / person

Group Pricing (per person)

2 Pax

₹40,400

4 Pax

₹33,400

6 Pax

₹29,300

8 Pax

₹30,200

Total for 2 travelers ₹58,600

Ask on WhatsApp

Or call +91-9885041131

Odisha Wildlife Tour with Temples — Bhitarkanika, Bhubaneswar & Puri (Standard)

What's Included

Not Included

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Important Information