4N/5D Simlipal & Bhitarkanika Wildlife - Waterfalls & Mangroves
Simlipal, Bhitarkanika, Bhubaneswar · 4 nights / 5 days · India
From ₹7,235 per person
Waterfalls, Sal Forests & Mangroves. Stay plan: Simlipal (2N) – Bhitarkanika (1N) – Bhubaneswar (1N). Arrive Bhubaneswar, depart Bhubaneswar.
Where the nights are
Simlipal (2N) → Bhitarkanika (1N) → Bhubaneswar (1N)
Day by day
- Day 1 — Arrival at Gateway - Transfer to Simlipal
Arrive at airport / railway station (Bhubaneswar/Kolkata). Meet our tour representative and commence your journey to Simlipal. Check in at hotel/eco-camp/resort. UNESCO Biosphere Reserve and Tiger Reserve: Dense Sal forests, lush waterfalls (Barheipani and Joranda), and rich wildlife. Evening at leisure. Overnight stay in Simlipal.
Overnight: Simlipal
- Day 2 — Full Day Sightseeing & Exploration in Simlipal
Arrive in Simlipal and check in at the lodge. Breakfast, then a full day excursion exploring the top scenic and wildlife landmarks of this UNESCO Biosphere Reserve and Tiger Reserve. Drive through dense Sal forests and visit the lush waterfalls of Barheipani and Joranda, with chances of sighting the park's rich wildlife. In the evening, stroll through the local markets. Overnight stay in Simlipal.
Overnight: Simlipal
- Day 3 — Simlipal to Bhitarkanika Scenic Transfer & En Route Sights
Post breakfast, check out and drive towards Bhitarkanika through picturesque highways, delta rivers, and rural landscapes. Arrive in Bhitarkanika and check in at hotel/camp. Subtropical mangrove wetland sanctuary: Boat safari through creeks to spot saltwater crocodiles, water monitor lizards, and diverse bird species. Overnight stay in Bhitarkanika.
Overnight: Bhitarkanika
- Day 4 — Bhitarkanika to Bhubaneswar Scenic Transfer & En Route Sights
Post breakfast, check out and drive towards Bhubaneswar through picturesque highways, delta rivers, and rural landscapes. Arrive in Bhubaneswar and check in at hotel/camp. Temple City of India: Lingaraj Temple, Mukteswar Temple, Rajarani Temple, Khandagiri and Udayagiri Jain Caves, and Dhaulagiri Shanti Stupa. Overnight stay in Bhubaneswar.
Overnight: Bhubaneswar
- Day 5 — Bhubaneswar - Morning Sightseeing & Onward Departure
After breakfast and morning views, check out from the hotel. Time is left for any final souvenir shopping in Bhubaneswar, where Pattachitra paintings, Dokra metal crafts and Darjeeling tea are easily found. You are then transferred to the airport or railway station for your onward journey home. The short drive passes the temple town's wide avenues and ancient shrines, concluding your tour of the region.
Inclusions
- Accommodation in selected category hotels/resorts/eco-camps/forest lodges on DBL/Twin sharing basis.
- Meal Plan as booked (EP: Room Only / CP: Breakfast / MAP: Daily Buffet Breakfast & Dinner).
- Private exclusive AC Vehicle (Sedan / SUV Innova / Tempo Traveller) for all airport/railway transfers, sightseeing, and inter-city travel as per itinerary.
- Dedicated motorized boat cruise permits in Chilika Lake, Bhitarkanika mangroves, and Sundarban tiger reserve delta.
- All forest entry permits, wildlife sanctuary guide fees, and tribal area administrative permissions.
- All driver allowances, toll taxes, state road taxes, parking charges, and fuel charges.
- 24x7 on-tour coordination and dedicated Odisha & West Bengal destination desk support.
Exclusions
- Airfare or Train tickets to/from Bhubaneswar / Kolkata / Bagdogra.
- Special temple pooja fees, special darshan charges at Jagannath Puri or Kalighat, or camera fees.
- Entry fees to monuments, museums, heritage palaces, or cultural show tickets.
- Additional meals, room service, alcoholic beverages, laundry, telephone calls, or personal incidentals.
- Mandatory Gala Dinner supplements during Durga Puja, Christmas Eve (24th Dec) and New Year's Eve (31st Dec).
- GST @ 5% applicable on overall billing invoice.
- Any expenses arising out of unforeseen circumstances like tidal surges, river blockades, flight delays, strikes, or extreme weather conditions.