A Marine Marvel: A Glimpse into Mumbai's Underwater World Mumbai, a city of dreams, also hides a fascinating underwater world. Beneath its bustling surface, the Arabian Sea teems with life, from tiny plankton to majestic marine mammals. Jungle Buddies recently embarked...
As dedicated birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts, Jungle Buddies Tour celebrated National Bird Week, also known as Pakshi Saptah, with a series of events throughout the Mumbai region in the first week of November 2024. From welcoming winter migrants to exploring the...
The thrill of birdwatching in a lush sanctuary filled the air as Jungle Buddies embarked on a captivating journey through Karnala Bird Sanctuary. Our adventure began on the vibrant Tadamba Trail, where the excitement quickly ignited. A flash of red caught...
Jungle Buddies recently hosted a successful bird-watching tour to the picturesque Haji Malang Hills in Kalyan East, one of the last remaining grassland habitats in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region. Known for attracting various migratory raptor species during the winter, Haji Malang...
Jungle Buddies Tours recently hosted a successful free bird-watching tour at the renowned Kachore Hills in Thakurli East. This walk was part of our monthly free bird walks organized by Birds of Thane and Raigad district, a Facebook community. This long-running...
We had an absolute blast celebrating National Wildlife Week with the energetic students of Guardian Degree College, Dombivli! Our founder, Prathamesh Desai, led an immersive nature trail to Umbarli Hills, where students discovered: Bird migration patterns Wildlife conservation significance Bird identification...
Our recent birdwatching expedition to the Saswad grasslands near Pune, expertly guided by Jungle Buddies, was an unforgettable journey into a hidden gem of Maharashtra's wildlife. Seven enthusiastic birders embarked on this two-day exploration, eager to discover the rich diversity this...
Six enthusiastic birdwatchers joined the Jungle Buddies tour at Karnala Bird Sanctuary on June 30th, 2024! Our main target was the elusive Oriental Dwarf Kingfisher, but even though we didn't see it this time, the day was still a success! While...
The monsoon may test our limits, but for dedicated birders, it's a chance to witness nature's beauty unfold! Our recent Viva wetland walk on June 23rd, 2024, was a testament to that. Though rain kept us company most of the way,...
The monsoon brings the forest alive! Lush green leaves erupt everywhere, and the forest floor buzzes with insects and new plant life. While some say it's not the best time to find forest owlets, with all that dense foliage, it's also...
On the occasion of World Environment Day, Jungle Buddies hosted a free bird walk at Satpool Wetlands in Dombivli West. Early June is the best time to observe and photograph Watercock, a wetlands species that is active and breeding during the...
Five eager birders set off on a thrilling adventure into Barvi Forest a tour hosted by Jungle Buddies Tour, all eyes peeled for the season's prized sighting – the Indian Pitta. Our exploration began with a flurry of colour! We spotted...
Following the success of our recent Dusk birding tour at Matheran Hills, Jungle Buddies Tours hosted another tour on 26th May 2024. The weather was more intense this time, with a high number of mosquitoes and the water level at the...
Six excited birders joined our Jungle Buddies Tour to Barvi Forest, all hoping to see the star of the summer season: the Indian Pitta! The day started off great! We heard several Pittas calling in different directions. Their unique songs filled...
Six eager bird enthusiasts, armed with binoculars and brimming with excitement, ventured into the verdant wilderness of Karnala Bird Sanctuary on a crisp May morning (May 5th, 2024). The tour was a part of Summer birding tours hosted by #JungleBuddies Tours. The...
Many people think birdwatching is only for mornings, but dusk is a fantastic time to see birds too! After the hot midday sun, especially in Mumbai summers, birds become active again as they prepare for nightfall. This makes it a perfect...
Six eager bird enthusiasts, ready with binoculars and brimming with excitement, joined Jungle Buddies Tours on a crisp April morning (April 14th, 2024) to explore the wonders of Karnala Bird Sanctuary. Nestled in a beautiful forest, the sanctuary promised a day...
Our Jungle Buddies birding tour to Tansa on April 7th was a fantastic experience, even though the weather was a bit cloudy. We were all hoping to see the elusive Forest Owlet, a special bird that lives in this forest. Right...
Last Sunday, on 25th February, the Birds of Thane and Raigad District, a vibrant Facebook community of Jungle Buddies tours, organized a captivating free trail at Umbarli hills. Over 15 avid birders joined the excursion, setting the stage for a delightful...
Jungle Buddies Tours organized a bird-watching tour to Tansa Wildlife Sanctuary on February 11, 2024. We began our road journey from Atgaon train station around 6:45 AM to reach Tansa. As it was a deciduous forest, the trees were leafless, making...
On the morning of February 11, 2024, Jungle Buddies Tours organized an exciting Raptor Watch event at Haji Malang, drawing bird enthusiasts and nature lovers to explore the avian wonders of the area. The trail kicked off on a high note...
What a birding bonanza! This past weekend, Jungle Buddies Tours embarked on exciting adventures at two stunning locations: the cool, verdant hills of Matheran and the vibrant Tansa Wildlife Sanctuary. Led by our expert guides, Rajesh Poojary and Prathamesh Desai, our fellow...
Jungle Buddies hosted yet another captivating Raptor watching tour at Haji Malang, commencing our journey in the early morning with anticipation for bird sightings. Due to the cold weather, the birds maintained a hushed presence, leading us to our first encounter...
Trip Report - 7 Jan 2024 Five lucky birdwatchers joined Jungle Buddies Tours for Bird Watching in Matheran Hills on January 7th for a delightful hike through the green hills of Matheran. It was a day filled with chirps, songs, and...
A Private Tour Trip Report Jungle Buddies Tours treated a guest from the UK to an unforgettable private birding adventure in the warm glow of a winter day at Tansa Wildlife Sanctuary. The morning began with a magical moment - spotting...
Jungle Buddies hosted yet another free trail on Sunday, 3rd December at Kopar creek. The trail commenced with the sighting of the elegant Grey-headed Swamphen in the marshes, setting a promising tone for the day. As the group progressed, they were...
As a part of the monthly tradition of free bird walks, Jungle Buddies tour hosted a raptor watch at the famous Mumbra Devi Hills. Known as a hotspot for raptor lovers, the mountains provided us with the perfect opportunity to observe...
Our guests from the US embarked on an exhilarating birding adventure with Jungle Buddies at Bhigwan. The journey kicked off with a dawn grassland safari on Day 1, the primary objective being a search for wolves. While the elusive wolves remained...
Last weekend, Jungle Buddies hosted two forest walks at the famous Tansa Wildlife Sanctuary. A private tour was held on Saturday for a traveller from Australia and a group tour for the Jungle Buddies community members. The weather in the morning...
Jungle Buddies recently organized a forest walk in Tansa Wildlife Sanctuary on October 29th, 2023, after a long gap of 7 months. Tansa is a famous birding hotspot that is known globally for its frequent sightings of Forest Owlet and Malabar...
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As a part of monthly free bird sessions, Jungle Buddies hosted a bird walk at Kopar wetlands. Kopar Wetlands which is located on the banks of River Ulhas is an ideal place for anyone, who is interested in starting birding. Considering...
Every month for the past 10+ years, we at "Bird Of Thane & Raigad district," a Facebook community hosted by Jungle Buddies Tours, have been holding free bird walks in various birding hotspots across Mumbai Metropolitan. Umbarli Hills is a small...
We set out early for a bird-watching tour at Lake Nilje with Jungle Buddies Tours on 20 Aug 2023. The weather was perfect and we were excited to see what nature had in store. As we walked along the edges of...
Mr. Chris Schmid, a passionate birder hailing from the USA, embarked on an incredible birding expedition with Jungle Buddies amid Mumbai's scenic landscapes. This full-day private tour promised a unique and diverse birdwatching journey spanning three distinct habitats, each offering the...
Trip Report On 23rd July we set out to spot the elusive Oriental Dwarf Kingfisher in the ever-captivating forests of Karnala Bird Sanctuary, and although we only heard its calls, the journey was nothing short of amazing! Along the way, we...
Tour Report: Matheran Herpetofauna Tour - 8th to 9th July 2023 On 8th July 2023, our tour began with great excitement and anticipation. Participants gathered at Hotel Springwood Heritage by 12-12.30 PM, where they checked in and settled into their rooms....
Trip Report On a drizzly morning of 16th July 2023, a group of 25 enthusiastic birdwatchers gathered at the Bhopar Grassland for a thrilling and educational free birdwatching trail organized by Birds of Thane and Raigad District, a community of Jungle...
Jungle Buddies organized a private half-day birding tour to Tansa Wildlife Sanctuary on January 8th, 2023. We drove through scenic roads dotted with flowering Palash (flame of the forest) trees and spent time observing and photographing amazing birds going about their...
Jungle Buddies hosted another tour to Matheran on 1st January. Joined by 5 like-minded buddies who had decided on celebrating their new year in style with the birds. The first sighting of the day was an immature Shikra perched quietly, after...
Just like a Christmas ritual, this year as well Jungle Buddies hosted a Tansa forest walk tour on 25 Dec 2022. We arrived at the famous hotspot for Forest Owlet, the quarry pada area around 7.30 AM. After a small introduction...