About The Event
Winter Migratory Bird Walk Mumbai at Bhandup Pumping Station is a birdwatching trip in Mumbai.The Walk is a great way to witness migratory Flamingos and other 50+ species of Migratory birds inside Thane Creek Flamingo Sanctuary at Bhandup Pumping Station. The Walk is for 120 mins and 1.5kms long. The trail offers 30-45 species of birds that can be seen on the trail and in the pond inside the forest.
The region of the Thane Creek has been recognized as an Important Bird Area by the Bombay Natural History Society. It is home to various avian species. In particular, it harbors populations of flamingos and several other migratory and wading birds.
The Maharashtra Government has declared the area along the western bank of the Thane Creek as the "Thane Creek Flamingo Sanctuary". The total area of the TCF sanctuary is 1,690 hectares (896 hectares of mangrove forests and 794 hectares of a water body).
Thane Creek was formed due to a seismic fault lying below it which runs from Uran to Thane. To learn more about Flamingos and other winter migratory birds on the shores and creeks of Mumbai join our nature enthusiasts group for a walk with an expert.
INCLUSIONS
✅ Guided Walk
✅ Forest Entry Fee
✅ Pocket field guide
EXCLUSIONS
✅ Parking charges (4 wheeler - 165/- & 2 wheeler 45/-)
✅ Camera Fees (165/-)
IMPORTANT NOTE
Wildlife safaris/Bird watching is a matter of luck and opportunity. No guarantee of any sighting is made. Neither of our associates will quote that, although we try our best to spot and show you as much as nature allows us to.
Birdwatching is a hobby and not a race, hence request all birders to maintain discipline at all times.
Bird watching is an art of silence and key observation.
Avoid Pointing out directly to a bird that might flush the bird away.
Do not get too close to a bird for a photograph that you flush it away.
Birdwatching should be enjoyed by binoculars and the fun is to spot them, identify them and if you still have some time with the bird photograph them.
Never enter the forest with an intention of spotting a single species, it will only disappoint you. The forest is a gift packet with a lot to surprise with. Listen to our naturalist for more wonderful experience.
Our walks are not target species specific (Unless specified)
We explore everything we find uncommon and need to be explained.
Any demand for spotting a single species in any jeep will not be entertained by the guide or the tour leader as there are other travellers who would want to see the birds etc.
Respect & honour everything that is in the forest and it has to offer you.
Enjoy being in the forest and you will feel much happier away from the concrete chaos.
In case of insufficient participation, the organiser reserves the right to cancel the event. In such a case a full refund shall be done to the participant.
Schedule:
Meet the leader at the reporting point
Witness the winter migratory waders and other birds of the forest. (Including Few Flamingos)
Walking Trail Ends
Special notes & things to carry:
Please carry light snacks, Cap/Hat, Sunscreen, repellent, Water (2ltrs), Face Mask.
Private trails available on request.
