4N/5D Simlipal National Park & Bhitarkanika Wildlife - Waterfalls, Sal Forests & Mangroves
Simlipal, Bhitarkanika, Bhubaneswar · 4 nights / 5 days · India
Waterfalls, Sal Forests & Mangroves. Stay plan: Simlipal (2N) – Bhitarkanika (1N) – Bhubaneswar (1N). Arrive Bhubaneswar, depart Bhubaneswar.
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
Breakfast at hotel. Full day excursion exploring top scenic, cultural, and wildlife landmarks of Simlipal. UNESCO Biosphere Reserve and Tiger Reserve: Dense Sal forests, lush waterfalls (Barheipani and Joranda), and rich wildlife. Evening stroll through 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
Post breakfast and morning views, check out from hotel. Complete any final souvenir shopping (Pattachitra, Dokra crafts, or Darjeeling tea) before proceeding on your return transfer to airport / railway station for your onward journey home.
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.