Great Rann of Kutch (GRK)
03-06 Jan, 2027
- Ex. Bhuj Railway Stn.
Duration
4 Days & 3 Nights
Tour Type
Birding
Group Size
7 People
Status
Booking Open
Great Rann of Kutch (GRK)
The Great Rann of Kutch in Gujarat is a remarkable landscape of vast seasonal salt marshes, white salt flats, shallow wetlands, mudflats and arid grasslands. This unique ecosystem supports a rich diversity of resident and migratory birds, making it an exciting destination for birdwatching and wildlife photography, particularly during winter. The region offers opportunities to photograph flamingos, cranes, pelicans, raptors, waders and desert specialists such as the Cream-coloured Courser and Desert Wheatear.
Beyond its fascinating birdlife, the wider Kutch region supports wildlife such as Chinkara, Desert Fox, Nilgai and other desert-adapted species. The expansive landscapes and changing winter light provide excellent opportunities for habitat photography, bird behaviour, flight shots and creative compositions. November to February is generally the most rewarding period to explore the region, offering a memorable combination of bird diversity, unique landscapes and wildlife photography.
Birds: Grey Hypocolius, Red-necked Falcon, Merlin, Peregrine Falcon, Laggar falcon, Osprey, Eurasian Sparrowhawk, Imperial Eagle, Bonelli’s Eagle, Short-toed Snake-Eagle, Booted Eagle, Greater Spotted Eagle, Tawny Eagle, Common Buzzard, Long-legged Buzzard, White-eyed Buzzard, Montagu’s Harrier, Western Marsh Harrier, Pallid Harrier, Cinereous Vulture, Red-headed Vulture, Asian Houbara, Pallid Scops-owl, Short-eared Owl, Eurasian Wryneck, Sykes’s Nightjar, Indian Nightjar, Spotted Sandgrouse, Chestnut-bellied Sandgrouse, Painted Sandgrouse, Pallas’s Gull, Red-necked Phalarope, Common Quail, Common Crane, Demoiselle Crane, Delicate Prinia, Cream-colored Courser, Indian Courser, Isabelline Shrike, Lesser Black-backed Gull, White-tailed Lapwing, Eurasian Oystercatcher, Pied Avocet, Great Crested Grebe, Greater Painted-Snipe, Indian Thick-knee, Sirkeer Malkoha, Yellow-crowned Woodpecker, White-naped Tit, Mongolian Short-toed Lark, Asian Desert Warbler, Gray-necked Bunting, Striolated Bunting, Ashy-crowned Sparrow-Lark, Isabelline Wheatear, Red-tailed Wheatear, Variable Wheatear, Desert Wheatear, Bristled Grassbird, White-bellied Minivet, Sykes’s Warbler, Greater Hoopoe-Lark, Bimaculated Lark, Greater Flamingo, Lesser Whitethroat, White-tailed Iora, Tawny Pipit, Water Pipit, Long-billed Pipit and more…
Itinerary
Participants are requested to reach Ahmedabad Railway Station / Airport by 10:30 PM.
Board Sayajinagri Express (20907) at 11:35 PM for an overnight journey to Bhuj.
Arrive at Bhuj Railway Station at 06:30 AM.
Drive (~1 hour) to Epicenter Homestay.
After freshening up, proceed to Banni Grasslands for bird photography.
Post lunch, explore Eastern Banni Grasslands for the afternoon session.
Overnight stay at Epicenter Homestay
Meal Plan: Breakfast + Lunch + Evening Tea + Dinner
Early morning visit to Charidhandh Wetland for waterbirds and raptors.
After lunch, head to Thon Forest for woodland species and evening photography session.
Overnight stay at Epicenter Home Stay.
Meal Plan: Breakfast + Lunch + Evening Tea + Dinner
Early morning excursion to Modhva Coast focusing on waders and coastal birds.
Return for lunch, followed by an evening session in Banni Grasslands till sunset.
Overnight stay at Epicenter Home Stay.
Meal Plan: Breakfast + Lunch + Evening Tea + Dinner
Morning birding session in Central Banni Grasslands.
After lunch, visit Lodai Grasslands for the final photography session.
Post dinner, transfer to Bhuj Railway Station.
Board Kutch Express (22956) at 08:15 PM for onward journey.
Meal Plan: Breakfast + Lunch + Evening Tea + Dinner
Trip Charges
Standard
₹38,000
- Per Person
- Twin Sharing
Couple
₹36,500
- Per Couple
- Twin Sharing
Avians*
₹74,500
- Per Person
- Twin Sharing
Single Occupancy: ₹5,000 Additional
Cancellation more than 60 days before the expedition: 25% of the total amount paid will be refunded.
Cancellation between 46 and 60 days before the expedition: Refund will be subject to unrecoverable booking and supplier cancellation charges.
Cancellation within 45 days of the expedition: No refund will be provided.
- Accommodation
- Stay in Hotel / Resort / Homestay (twin-sharing basis)
- Meals as per itinerary (Breakfast/Lunch/Evening Tea /Dinner)
- Birding
- Guide and driver charges
- Driver charges
- Birding excursions as mentioned in the itinerary
- Transport
- Airport pickup from Kochi Airport on Day 01
- Transportation throughout the itinerary
- Airport drop-off at Kochi Airport on Day 06
- Expertise
- Services of an experienced tour leader
- Wildlife and birding briefing sessions
- Photography guidance and/or photo review sessions
- Tips & Gratitude
- Hotel staffs
- Safari drivers
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- Travel to the Starting Point & Additional Stay
- Airfare, train tickets, or transportation to Ahmedabad Railway Station / Airport
- Accommodation before or after the scheduled trip
- Meals and transportation outside the itinerary
- Any expenses arising from early arrival or extended stay
- Personal Expenses
- Laundry
- Telephone calls
- Room service
- Snacks or meals not mentioned in the itinerary
- Any other personal expenses
- Insurance
- Travel insurance
- Medical insurance
- Emergency & Unforeseen Expenses
- Medical treatment
- Emergency evacuation
- Additional accommodation
- Transportation or other expenses arising from unforeseen circumstances
- Anything not mentioned under ‘Inclusions’
- Travel to the Starting Point & Additional Stay
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- Arrival at Kochi Airport
- Please plan to reach Kochi Airport before 10:00 AM on Day 01.
- This will allow sufficient time for airport pickup and the afternoon birding schedule.
- Departure from Kochi Airport
- Book your flight ticket after 7PM on Day 06
- Arrival at Kochi Airport
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- Arrival at Kochi Airport
- Please plan to reach Kochi Airport before 10:00 AM on Day 01.
- This will allow sufficient time for airport pickup and the afternoon birding schedule.
- Departure from Kochi Airport
- Book your flight ticket after 7PM on Day 06
- Arrival at Kochi Airport
Photography Equipments & Accessories
- Camera Bodies: If possible carry 2 camera bodies to avoid changing lenses frequently during safaris.
- Lenses: For the best photography experience, we recommend carrying a 500mm prime telephoto lens for bird photography, a 200–500mm telephoto zoom lens for photographing birds and mammals at varying distances, and a 15–30mm wide-angle lens for capturing landscapes, habitats and environmental compositions.
- Spare batteries
- Extra memory cards (carry multiple, fast cards)
- Lens cleaning kit and big towels to protect gear from dust
Clothing & Essentials
- Wear neutral-colored clothing and avoid bright colors.
- Avoid army or military-style camouflage patterns.
- Avoid carrying unnecessary jewelry or other valuables.
- Carry sunglasses and a bandana/scarf for sun, wind, and dust protection.
- Carry a flask or reusable water bottle.
- Warm clothing is essential: light woollens. Mornings and evenings can be cold, especially at Munnar.
- Carry a waterproof jacket or rain protection, as mountain weather can change quickly.
- Carry a torch/headlamp with spare batteries.
- Comfortable, sturdy walking shoes are recommended.
Health & Safety
- Carry a basic first aid kit
- Include any personal or prescribed medications
- Hand sanitizer and insect repellent recommended
- Motion sickness medicine (essential for winding mountain roads)
Storage & Backup
- External Hard Drive (HD/SSD) for daily backups
- Laptop for reviewing and storing images at the end of each day
Trip Location
Gallery
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