3-Day Vedanthangal Birdwatching Tour with Karikili and Mahabalipuram

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Explore Vedanthangal, one of India's oldest and most celebrated bird sanctuaries
• 02 Enjoy guided birdwatching with chances to spot painted storks, pelicans, herons, and egrets
• 03 Visit nearby Karikili Bird Sanctuary for additional birdwatching and photography
• 04 Stay in eco-friendly accommodation near the sanctuary's peaceful natural surroundings

Embark on a refreshing 3-day nature and culture tour from Chennai to Vedanthangal Bird Sanctuary, one of India's oldest and most celebrated birdwatching destinations. Settle into a peaceful eco-resort near the sanctuary and enjoy guided early morning birdwatching sessions led by an expert naturalist. Visit nearby Karikili Bird Sanctuary for more wildlife encounters, with time to explore the surrounding area and local village life. If time allows, add a visit to Mahabalipuram to admire its UNESCO-listed rock-cut temples before returning to Chennai.

Embark on a refreshing 3-day nature and culture tour from Chennai to Vedanthangal Bird Sanctuary, one of India's oldest and most celebrated birdwatching destinations.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Chennai, Mahabalipuram

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Arrival in Chennai and Transfer to Vedanthangal

• Arrive at Chennai Airport or Railway Station.
• Meet the representative and begin the drive to Vedanthangal (approximately 90 km, 2 hours).
• Check in at an eco-resort or forest guesthouse near the sanctuary.
• Enjoy an evening walk near the sanctuary to experience the peaceful natural surroundings.
• Have dinner and stay overnight at the accommodation in Vedanthangal.

2

Day 02

Birdwatching at Vedanthangal and Karikili

• Wake up early and proceed for a guided birdwatching session with a knowledgeable naturalist.
• Return to the resort for breakfast.
• Visit the nearby Karikili Bird Sanctuary, located just 5 km away, for further birdwatching and photography.
• Spend the afternoon at leisure or explore the surrounding areas.
• Choose to visit a nearby village or engage in a cultural interaction with the locals, if interested.
• Return to the resort for dinner and overnight stay.

3

Day 03

Optional Mahabalipuram Visit and Departure

• Check out early from the accommodation.
• Proceed to Mahabalipuram for a brief visit, if time allows (located approximately 60 km from Vedanthangal).
• Explore the ancient rock-cut temples and coastal beauty of this UNESCO World Heritage site.
• Drive back to Chennai for drop-off at the airport or railway station for departure.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Private vehicle for the entire tour (comfortable and air-conditioned)
• Accommodation for 2 nights at a forest guest house or eco-resort
• Daily breakfast and dinner at the accommodation
• Sightseeing as per the detailed itinerary
• Pick-up and drop-off from Chennai Airport or Railway Station
• Guided birdwatching tour with an expert naturalist
• Nature walk and photography sessions
• Tour guide for the entire duration of the tour
• Visit to Karikili Bird Sanctuary for additional birdwatching experiences
• All tolls, parking fees, and driver allowances covered
• One bottled mineral water per guest per day
• All taxes included in the package price

What's Not Included

• Airfare or train fare to and from Chennai
• Lunch and personal expenses, such as snacks, tips, and drinks
• Camera/video charges inside the sanctuaries (if applicable)
• Optional Mahabalipuram detour costs, if added to the itinerary
• Travel insurance of any kind
• Any additional activities not mentioned in the itinerary

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

Tour start

Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.