South & Little Andaman

We kick off with a pre-dawn start (5.15am) to drive to one of the premium birding hotspots in Andaman “Kalatang Forest” which sits at the base of the Mt. Harriet National Park range. The journey takes roughly an hour. Upon arrival, we walk the forest tracks just as morning bird activity peaks. Specifically, we target canopy species like the localized Andaman Cuckoo-shrike, Andaman Cuckoo-dove, and Andaman Woodpecker. Meanwhile, nearby mangroves provide prime opportunities to spot the Ruddy Kingfisher.

Afterward, we return to the resort to rest and recharge. Later, our afternoon excursion to Chidiyatapu focuses on ticking off the Andaman Serpent-Eagle and the elusive Andaman Wood-pigeon. Finally, we conclude the day with an exciting night session seeking the endemic Andaman Nightjar

Overnight at Hotel Rainbird.

KEY HIGHLIGHTS
Endemics: Andaman Cuckoo-shrike, Andaman Cuckoo-dove, Andaman Drongo, Andaman
Bulbul, Andaman Flowerpecker, Andaman Green-pigeon, White-headed Starling, Andaman
Woodpecker, Andaman Treepie, Andaman Serpent-Eagle, Andaman Coucal.

Migrant & Residents: Ruddy Kingfisher, Collared Kingfisher, Ornate Sunbird, Oriental Cuckooshrike, Pacific Reef-Egret, Freckle-breasted Woodpecker, Arctic Warbler, Long-tailed
Parakeet, Dollarbird.

Nocturnals: Andaman Nightjar, Oriental Scops Owl (Waldens)

Meal Plan: Breakfast + Lunch + Evening Tea + Dinner

Board an 8-hour inter-island vessel crossing to Little Andaman, turning the voyage into an active pelagic seawatch. From the deck, scan open waters for oceanic targets, including Black-naped Tern and Bridled Tern.

Upon arrival at Hut Bay, we execute a rapid luggage drop-off to maximize daylight field time. We immediately hit the road, birding the forest edges of Hut Bay. Post-sunset, the session transitions into a targeted night hunt for high-priority endemic nocturnal species, specifically seeking out the elusive Andaman Masked Owl and Andaman Scops Owl.

KEY HIGHLIGHTS
Endemics: Andaman Drongo, Andaman Bulbul, Andaman Flowerpecker, Andaman Green-pigeon, White-headed Starling,  Andaman Coucal.

Migrant & Residents: Collared Kingfisher, Ornate Sunbird,  Pacific Reef-Egret, Pacific Swallow, White-breasted Wood swallow, Black-naped Tern, Pacific Golden Plover.

Nocturnals: Andaman Masked Owl, Andaman Scops Owl.

Meal Plan: Breakfast + Lunch + Evening Tea + Dinner

Spend two full days systematically birding the most productive habitat zones across Little Andaman. Morning sessions center on a focused 3 km trail walk through pristine coastal forest, to track down the highly sought-after Nicobar Pigeon. This coastal canopy supports a healthy population of  Andaman Woodpecker, Andaman Cuckoo-Dove, while also offering a realistic chance for the elusive Andaman Wood Pigeon.

Breakfast & lunch at local dhaba.
After dark, attempt nocturnal mammal photography.

Later, In the afternoons, birding transition to coastal, freshwater, and intertidal hotspots including Lotus Point, White-surf Waterfalls, RK Pur, and Butler Bay Beach. Here, we meticulously scan the open shorelines and tidal stretches for the prized Beach Thick-knee. Both days conclude with post-sunset night birding to mop up any remaining target nocturnal species.

KEY HIGHLIGHTS
Endemics: Andaman Woodpecker, Andaman Shama, Andaman Drongo, Andaman Bulbul, Andaman Flowerpecker, Andaman Green-pigeon, Andaman Cuckoo-dove,  Andaman Coucal.

Residents: Nicobar Pigeon, Beach Thick-Knee, White-breasted Wood-swallow, Violet Cuckoo, Plume-toed Swiftlet.

Meal Plan: Breakfast + Lunch + Evening Tea + Dinner

Begin our final morning on Little Andaman with a systematic birding session around the coastal, wetland, and open habitats of Hut Bay to target Andaman Serpent Eagle and reed warblers at Lotus Point.

After concluding the field session, return to the hotel for checkout and board the afternoon inter-island ferry back to Port Blair. Upon arrival, if time and light permit, we will make a swift run to Chatham Island to track down the localized Pied Imperial Pigeon. 

Meal Plan: Breakfast + Lunch + Evening Tea + Dinner

We dedicate this morning and evening to any missed targets from your checklist. Whether you need a crisp photograph of any species or are still hunting any endemic, our guide customizes this session to circle back to any key habitat if a specific target eluded us earlier in the week.

Meal Plan: Breakfast + Lunch + Evening Tea + Dinner

After breakfast at the hotel, our driver will drop you off at the airport for your flight back to your home.

Please note, no birding sessions are scheduled or included for this final day.

Meal Plan: Breakfast