Nandur Madhyameshwar Bird Watching Tour: Shared or Private

Over 250 bird species in one morning, guided by someone who has identified nearly 290 across the district.

A bird watching tour at Nandur Madhyameshwar Wildlife Sanctuary in Nashik, led by a naturalist and ornithologist with ten years of field experience and sightings of over 290 bird species in the region. The guide provides scientific insights into avian ecology, migratory routes, and breeding cycles as you move through wetlands, marshes and woodlands. Shared or private departures available. Binoculars and field guides included. Tour runs 3 to 4 hours. Children from age 2 welcome. All areas wheelchair accessible.

Step-by-step itinerary

Bird watching at Nandur Madhyameshwar Sanctuary

• Meet expert naturalist guide
• Explore wetlands and woodlands
• Observe over 250 bird species
• Learn about bird ecology and behavior
• Participate in citizen science projects
• Enjoy nature photography opportunities

The experience

What separates this tour from a casual walk is the guide. She holds backgrounds in biology and environmental science, and has spent a decade observing birds in this sanctuary and across the district. Rather than pointing out plumage, she narrates the ecology: why a species migrates when it does, what role it plays in the wetland food chain, how breeding cycles sync with seasonal water levels. That scientific frame turns a morning of binoculars into an education in how the sanctuary actually works.

Nandur Madhyameshwar sits on the Godavari River and holds the distinction of being Maharashtra's first Ramsar site and an Important Bird Area. The sanctuary spans wetlands, marshes, grasslands and woodlands: the layered habitat that draws over 250 resident and migratory species year-round. Your participation in the tour also feeds into citizen science projects the guide runs, contributing real data to bird population monitoring and habitat research. Binoculars and field guides are provided. The guide speaks English, Hindi or Marathi depending on your preference.

You choose between a shared group departure or a private tour. Private tours include transportation. Shared groups operate on a fixed schedule. Either way, the tour runs between three and four hours. The sanctuary is wheelchair accessible throughout, and children from age 2 can join: infants can ride in a pram or stroller. Public transportation options are available nearby if you're traveling without a car.

What’s included

• Shared binoculars and field guides.
• live guide in English, Hindi or Marathi.
• scientific insights into bird ecology, migratory routes and breeding cycles.
• participation in citizen science bird population monitoring.

Options for this experience

2 options

Birding at Nandur as a groupGuide in English, Hindi or Marathi · No fixed time

Birding at Nandur, privatelyGuide in English, Hindi or Marathi · No fixed timePrivate group

You pick the guide language when booking.

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day

AgesAdult (17 to 64 years) · Senior (65 and older) · Youth (6 to 16 years) · Child (2 to 5 years)

GroupUp to 10

Live guideEnglish, Hindi and Marathi

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

ConfirmationConfirmation within 48 h

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Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller-friendlyInfant seats availablePublic transport nearby

Operated by Nature Walks with Pratiksha

Is this one for you?Choose the shared group if you want to meet other birders and keep costs down. Pick the private tour if you prefer a custom departure time and included transportation to the sanctuary. The guide's scientific background suits anyone from complete beginners to experienced birders looking for ecological context alongside species identification.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Hindi and Marathi.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (6 to 16 years); Child (2 to 5 years).

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

How many bird species might I actually see in one morning?

The sanctuary hosts over 250 resident and migratory species year-round. Your guide has personally identified nearly 290 species across the district, so the odds of spotting a diverse range in a single outing are strong. The exact count depends on the season and time of day.

What makes the guide's background different from a typical tour leader?

The guide holds degrees in biology and environmental science and has spent a decade sharpening her ornithology skills in the field. She provides scientific context for each species (migratory patterns, breeding cycles, ecological role) rather than just naming what you see.

Does the tour include transportation to the sanctuary?

Private tours include transportation. Shared group departures do not. Public transportation options are available near the sanctuary if you're joining a shared group.

What's included in the tour cost?

Binoculars and field guides are provided. The guide is included in both shared and private options. Breakfast is not included.