Overview

Situated at Darjeeling district of West Bengal, this area is a combination of Eastern Himalayan residents, breeder, and migratory birds ground. The Senchal Forest area is a pristine forest with rich flora and fauna, including huge numbers of birds. The habitat suits some rare Himalayan avifauna with some altitudinal migrants. This area is a home of some rare / uncommon birds like Satyr Tragopan, Hill Partridge, Great Parrotbill, Fulvous Parrotbill, Brown Parrotbill, Himalayan Shortwing, Lesser Shortwing, Slender-billed Scimitar Babbler, White-browed Scimitar Babbler, Rufous-throated Wren Babbler, Scaly-breasted Wren Babbler, Spotted Elachura, Darjeeling Woodpecker, various Laughingthrushes, Sunbirds, and many. Lower Mahananda is practically a hotspot area for birders specifically during monsoon for Black Baza, Great Hornbill, Asian Emerald Cuckoo, Violet Cuckoo, Banded Bay Cuckoo, Himalayan Cuckoo, Pale-headed Woodpecker, Long-tailed Broadbill, Mountain Imperial Pigeon, Pin-tailed Pigeon, various Flycatchers, Ruby-cheeked Sunbird and many. August to April is the best time for birding to this hotspot.

Inclusions

• All Food [Morning Tea, Breakfast, Lunch, Evening Tea, Evening Snacks, Dinner]
• All stays (on twin sharing basis)
• All Permit
• All Guide & amp
• Car Fare

Itinerary

This perfectly paced 4-day overland journey captures the contrasting ecosystems of the Darjeeling hills and the lower Terai foothills. Starting from NJP/Bagdogra, you will bypass the crowded town centers and head straight into the pristine alpine forests of Senchal for two days of high-altitude birding and mountain views. The itinerary then shifts as you descend the historic hill roads to Rongtong, transitioning from pine and oak to lush tropical Sal forests. This final night allows you to explore the rich wildlife corridors of the Mahananda sanctuary before a quick and comfortable transfer back to your departure point.

Gallery

Immerse yourself in the spectacular natural diversity of the Darjeeling foothills through our gallery. Marvel at the dense, misty pine and oak canopies of the Senchal Wildlife Sanctuary, offering a perfect high-altitude retreat.
Experience the nostalgia and charm of the lower foothills by capturing the historic Darjeeling Himalayan Railway (Toy Train) as it winds its way through the dense tropical Sal forests of Rongtong in the Mahananda Sanctuary.
Keep your telephoto lenses ready for the rich avian life that thrives in these undisturbed corridors, from high-altitude sunbirds to the vibrant bulbuls and thrushes of the lower plains.

Exclusions

• Any expenses of journey-return railway/air ticket fare
• Any extra buying
• Any extra fooding
• Any extra cost for RTPCR report (if needed).

Important Notes

The area is full of birding activity, so one must alert on every moment. In summer and monsoon, there is a high chance of rainfall in complete hills, so one must take all precautionary measurements to save himself / herself and his / her electronic gadgets. You have to be patience on field and follow your guide.