Kerala Endemic Birding Tour
Explore the rich biodiversity of Kerala and Western Ghats on a specially designed birding tour dedicated to the region’s endemic species. From lush lowland rainforests to misty mountain forests, this tour offers excellent opportunities to observe many of the birds found only in South India. Our carefully planned itinerary visits some of Kerala’s finest birding destinations, including Thattekad, Munnar, and Periyar, where you can search for iconic species such as the Malabar Grey Hornbill, Malabar Parakeet, White-bellied Treepie, Nilgiri Wood Pigeon, Black-and-orange Flycatcher, Nilgiri Flycatcher, White-bellied Sholakili, and many other Western Ghats endemics.
Lead by the experienced local birding guides, this tour combines outstanding birdwatching, beautiful landscapes, and memorable wildlife experiences, making it an ideal choice for international birders and nature photographers seeking the unique birds of the Western Ghats.
Kerala Endemic Birding Tour – 7 Days / 6 Nights
Day 1 – Arrival at Thattekad
- Pickup from Kochi Airport/Railway Station
- Transfer to Thattekad Bird Sanctuary
- Evening birding around forest edge and riverside
- Possible sightings: Malabar Grey Hornbill, White-bellied Treepie, Vernal Hanging Parrot
- Night birding session for owls and frogmouth
Day 2 – Full Day Birding at Thattekad
- Early morning birding inside sanctuary trails
- Explore riverine forest, woodland, and bamboo habitat
- Target endemics:
- Malabar Trogon
- Sri Lanka Frogmouth
- Grey-headed Bulbul
- Rufous Babbler
- Malabar Parakeet
- Evening photography session
Day 3 – Transfer to Munnar
- Morning drive to Munnar
- Birding en route in hill forests
- Afternoon birding in shola habitat
- Possible sightings:
- Nilgiri Flycatcher
- Black-and-orange Flycatcher
- Kerala Laughingthrush
- Overnight stay in Munnar
Day 4 – Full Day Birding at Munnar
- Early morning birding at high-altitude grasslands and shola forest
- Search for:
- Nilgiri Wood Pigeon
- White-bellied Blue Robin
- Nilgiri Pipit
- Painted Bush Quail
- Optional short nature walk and landscape photography
Day 5 – Transfer to Periyar
- Drive to Periyar Tiger Reserve
- Afternoon birding around forest roads and lake area
- Chance for:
- Great Hornbill
- Crimson-backed Sunbird
- Wynaad Laughingthrush
- Jungle Owlet
- Night stay at Thekkady
Day 6 – Periyar Birding & Wildlife
- Early morning forest birding
- Optional bamboo rafting or guided nature walk
- Mammal chances:
- Asian Elephant
- Gaur
- Nilgiri Langur
- Evening relaxation and photography
Day 7 – Departure
- Morning short birding session
- Transfer to Kochi Airport/Railway Station
- Tour ends with wonderful memories of Kerala’s endemic birds and rainforest experience
Tour Highlights
- Western Ghats endemic birds
- Rainforest and shola habitat exploration
- Night birding experience
- Bird photography opportunities
- Experienced local birding guide
- Comfortable accommodation and transport
Kerala Endemic Tour Highlights
- Explore three of Kerala’s top birding destinations: Thattekad Bird Sanctuary, Munnar, and Periyar National Park.
- Search for many of the Western Ghats’ endemic bird species in diverse habitats.
- Birdwatch in lowland rainforest, montane shola forest, grasslands, wetlands, and evergreen forest.
- excellent opportunities to see endemics such as the Malabar Grey Hornbill, White-bellied Treepie, Nilgiri Flycatcher, Black-and-orange Flycatcher, and Malabar Parakeet.
- Chance to encounter mammals including elephants, gaur, sambar deer, Nilgiri langur, Nilgiri thar, and giant squirrel.
- Guided by experienced local birding experts with in-depth knowledge of bird calls and habitats.
- Ideal for bird photographers, birdwatchers, nature enthusiasts.
- Comfortable accommodation, scenic landscapes, authentic Kerala hospitality throughout the tour.
- Opportunity for night birding to look for owls, frogmouths, and nightjars.
- Experience the rich biodiversity of the Western Ghats, UNESCO World Heritage region.