Set against a stunning backdrop, framed by the ravines and sandbanks, the calm waters of the Chambal River are best explored on boats. In this Chambal River Safari Day Trip from Agra be amazed to see crocodiles, gharials & turtles basking in the sun; the many migratory and resident birds flying sorties.
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Chambal River Safari Day Trip
This private 8-hour day tour takes you to the mystifying greens of National Chambal Sanctuary. Located at a distance of 80 kilometres from Agra, the sanctuary is a pure haven for Gharials, Crocodiles, Turtles, Gangetic Dolphins, smooth coated Otters and boasts over 290 species of resident and migratory birds. Enjoy a River Safari with a naturalist followed by breakfast or lunch (Optional). Later, visit the medieval temple town of Bateshwar before returning to Agra.
Best Times to Do
The river safari is ideally done at Morning/Evening in the winter months (October/November to early March). After this it gets too hot on the river plus all the migratory birds such as pochards, geese, ducks etc. go back home.
This tour is available from 1st October to 30th April Only. We close operations by choice to enable the micro-environment in and around the river to regenerate and revive afresh to welcome visitors old and new.
Highlights
- Informative, friendly and professional guide cum naturalist
- Enjoy a day away from the hustle and bustle of the city
- Private tour is operated with just your party and a guide/driver
What To Expect
This tour begins with a pickup from your hotel in Agra where you will begin your drive to Chambal.
The Chambal safari is a fine instance of eco-friendly tourism in rural India and provides the chance to witness the rich heritage and wildlife legacy set against an arid backdrop. It provides a unique experience of a river cruise on the River Chambal, sailing through ravines providing encounters with Ghariyals and Crocodiles.
A birdwatcher’s paradise, the Chambal riverbanks are the ideal habitat for numerous migratory and resident birds. Enjoy a river safari which provides spectacular opportunities to view the wildlife. With trained naturalists as your guide, the safari is a most relaxing, enjoyable and special experience.
The safari is for one hour (extendable on prorata basis) and your boat escort takes you quite far in to the river bed to experience the natural habitat of Ghariyals, Crocodile, turtles and close to 300 species of resident and migratory birds.
Following lunch, continue to the ancient temple complex at Bateshwar on the river Yamuna, 10 kilometres from Chambal, consisting of more than a hundred temples dedicated to the Hindu God Shiva. A huge cattle fair is held here every year during the months of October and November. This is also the time when devotees congregate here in large numbers to worship Lord Shiva and take holy dips in the River Yamuna.
Enjoy a boat ride along the temple ghats (if available) and enjoy local tea at one of the terraces overlooking the quaint temple town.After your visit to Bateshwar, you will return to Agra and will be dropped back to your hotel.
Price
What’s included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Bottled water
- Transport by air-conditioned vehicle
- Cost of travel between Agra – Chambal Safari Lodge – National Chambal Sanctuary, Bateshwar Temples and return to Agra (approx. 200 kms)
What’s not included
- Professional naturalist, Entry/Admission – National Chambal Sanctuary & Boat cruise charges in River Chambal (Rs. 3500 per person)
- Breakfast (Rs. 750) / Lunch (Rs. 1500) per person at Mela Kothi – Chambal Safari Lodge
- Gratuities
Important Details
- There is no guarantee that you will see the above mentioned wildlife. The river is their habitat and sightings depend on water level in the river, human interference, climatic conditions, weather and other factors, most of which are beyond our control.
- Safety: All motor boats are monitored and checked to be in working condition. All safaris include a boatman and a naturalist. Guests have to wear life jackets at all times when on the boat.
- What to carry: photo identification, camera, binoculars, warm jacket, small backpack, sun glasses, cap, vizer, sun block, some cash, food/snacks and drinking water.
- Smoking and drinking alcohol is strictly not permitted on the river banks and during the safari.
Responsible Tourism
- To prevent any disturbance to wildlife, we discourage the use of any call playback to attract birds, feeding or baiting of wildlife. Despite this, if you do and are caught by the authorities or called out by locals or fellow wildlife enthusiasts, then you are entirely on your own – embarrassment, fines and other penalties as per the local laws governing national parks and wildlife sanctuaries are to be borne by you.
- Please do not throw trash on the floor or in to the river.
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