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Top 5 Indian Holidays for 2020

Where did the past year fly by? That seems to be the question most of us ask ourselves at the end of every other year. Time is whooshing by and the way that we can make it all count is by stockpiling the adventures. Hold your horses because our blog[…]

Uttarakhand – A Natural Paradise

The state of Uttarakhand wears the iconic twin peaks of Nanda Devi like a crown. And indeed this famous image is a fitting highlight for a province that is filled with abundant nature, flora, and fauna. Two of the five traditional divisions of the Himalayan range are found in Uttarakhand[…]

A 7-Day Sojourn in Kerala

If you’re looking to gain a unique insight into an under-explored side of Kerala, nothing comes close to a week-long cruising holiday through the backwaters. Most houseboats only offer a 2 – 3-night stay and even then, the cultural immersion is limited. With this journey, we’ve created a route that[…]

Betwa River Rafting

Rafting on the River Betwa: The Perfect Adventure

Because of the winding path the Betwa takes, Orchha has also become famous for water sports – something we mentioned right at the beginning – and above all else, this is a rafting trip of a lifetime! The undulating water takes you along the views of colossal palaces and dense[…]

Birding in India – Where to Go, When to Go & What to Carry

India is home to more than 1250 species of birds. This is estimated to be 13 percent of the total number of species in the world. There are over 925 breeding species (920 residents). The Indian birds belong to 25 groups called ‘Orders’, which are further divided into ‘Families’, ‘Sub-families’[…]

3 National Parks in India You Must Visit

Hunting, Poaching and then Preservation. These National Parks have seen it all. They are the most coveted sanctuaries for indigenous plants and animals across the Asia-Pacific region. Here is a glimpse of the wonders of these Parks. Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary/ Keoladeo National Park Once a hunting ground for the Maharaja[…]

The Demoiselle Cranes of Khichan and the Man Who Brought Them There

What started initially as a few dozen visiting birds has today become a major migration with the number being recorded at 15,000 in 2010. After a lifetime of protecting the birds, Ratan Lal Maloo or the Birdman of Khichan as he’s fondly known, passed away in 2011 but his legacy[…]

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Kaziranga National Park – India’s Hidden Gem

Assam, one of the north eastern Seven Sister states of India, is a fascinating land of tribal people and customs, unspoiled natural charms, and immaculate tea gardens. The huge Brahmaputra Valley is the lifeblood of the state, supply water, food and inspiration for the people of Assam. The fertile valley[…]