Description
About:Β Nestled along the picturesque coastline of Saphale, on the western shores of India, lies a natural treasure trove that beckons both novice and seasoned birdwatchers alike. Datiware Beach, with its pristine expanse of sandy shores and sprawling tidal flats, serves as an enchanting backdrop for an awe-inspiring spectacle that unfolds each year during a particular season. Here, thousands of migratory shorebirds descend upon the shoreline in vast, swirling flocks, transforming this serene coastal haven into a vibrant hub of avian activity. As the days grow shorter and the winds carry a hint of change, Datiware Beach becomes a sanctuary for these intrepid travellers, offering a remarkable opportunity to witness natureβs grandeur at its finest.
Nearest Train station: Saphale
Target species expected: On the sandy coastline, you would come across humongous flocks of seagulls and tern, ranging from a small Little Tern to a Large Caspian tern. We would also be expecting various migratory shorebirds like sandpipers, godwits, Redshanks, Ruff, Plovers, curlews and whimbrels.
Pricing: INR 1400/-
Group Size: 7 Participants + 1 Leader
Itinerary: 22 Oct 2023
- Meet Jungle Buddies Expert Mr Amol Lopes at Saphale train station by 7.00 AM
- Road transfer from Train station to Datiware Beach in Tum Tum Auto.
- Birding on Datiware Beach with local breakfast
- End the session with a group selfie around 11-11.30 AM
- Drive back to Saphale train station in Tum Tum Auto
Price Includes:
- Jungle Buddies Expertise
- Home cooked breakfast
- Saphale to birding site & back transfers in an auto.
Suggested travel mode to Saphale will be Local Train
Local Train Suggestion – Western Railway
Dahanu Local : Churchgate (5.03 AM) to Saphale (6.33 AM)
Dahanu Local : Churchgate (5.17 AM) to Saphale (6.51 AM)
For return travel, many train options are available to Virar/Churchgate with a frequency of 30 mins.
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