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🚗 Day 1: Arrival – NJP to Sittong (By Car)

• 📍 Pick-up from NJP Railway Station / Bagdogra Airport

• 🚘 Drive to Sittong (Approx. 3-4 hours, 85 km) via Kurseong and Bagora

• 🏡 Check-in at a cozy homestay in the village of Sittong (4,100 ft)

• 🍊 Welcome to the "Land of Oranges" - surrounded by lush orange orchards and pine forests

• 🌲 Sittong is a cluster of peaceful villages known for pristine nature and diverse bird life

• 🔥 Enjoy traditional Lepcha dinner by the fireplace with local specialties

• 🦅 Evening briefing about bird species and birding techniques with local guide

• 💤 Overnight stay at Sittong homestay

📸 Traditional Lepcha Homestay in Sittong Village

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🌅 Day 2: Dawn Bird Watching & Orange Orchard Exploration

• ☀️ Early morning wake-up call at 5:30 AM for prime birding time

• 🦅 Dawn bird watching session in nearby forest trails (6:00-9:00 AM)

• 📸 Spot Scarlet Minivet, Rufous Sibia, various sunbirds, and Himalayan Bulbul

• 🍳 Return for hearty breakfast with mountain views

• 🍊 Guided tour of orange orchards and tea gardens

• 🥾 Nature walk through Sittong-Kafer trail with waterfalls and forest views

• 🦜 Afternoon birding session focusing on Green-tailed Cutia and Grey-sided Thrush

• 🌄 Sunset viewing point with panoramic Himalayan vistas

• 💤 Overnight stay at Sittong

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🚗 Day 3: Sittong to Latpanchar – Bird Watcher's Paradise

• 🍳 Early breakfast and check-out from homestay

• 🚘 Drive to Latpanchar (1 hour, 25 km) - famous for Rufous-necked Hornbill

• 🏡 Check-in at forest lodge/homestay in Latpanchar (4,500 ft)

• 🦅 Specialized hornbill watching session in Latpanchar forests

• 📸 Photography opportunities with Brown Wood Owl and Himalayan Owl

• 🌲 Explore dense subtropical forests rich in biodiversity

• 🍽️ Lunch amidst nature with packed birding meal

• 🦜 Evening birding for nocturnal species - Savanna Nightjar and Collared Owlet

• 💤 Overnight stay at Latpanchar

📸 Rufous-necked Hornbill in Latpanchar Forest

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🥾 Day 4: Full Day Birding Expedition & Forest Trek

• 🌅 Pre-dawn departure at 5:00 AM for peak birding activity

• ☕ Thermos tea/coffee in the forest while waiting for bird activity

• 🦅 Extended birding session targeting Golden Bush Robin and Common Green Magpie

• 🥾 Guided forest trek through different elevations (1-2 hours)

• 📱 Bird call identification workshop with expert naturalist

• 🍽️ Picnic lunch in the forest clearing

• 🔍 Use of professional binoculars and spotting scopes

• 📖 Bird species documentation and photography tips

• 🌙 Return to accommodation for traditional dinner

• 💤 Overnight stay at Latpanchar

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🚌 Day 5: Departure – Latpanchar to NJP

• 🌅 Final early morning birding session (optional)

• 🍽️ Breakfast at the homestay with mountain views

• 🧳 Check-out and departure for NJP/Bagdogra

• 🚘 Scenic drive back via Mirik and Kurseong (3-4 hours)

• 📸 Photo stops at viewpoints for last Himalayan glimpses

• 🛍️ Optional shopping for local tea and handicrafts in Kurseong

• ✈️ Drop-off at NJP Railway Station / Bagdogra Airport

• 📝 Depart with comprehensive bird checklist and unforgettable memories

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✅ Trip Highlights

🦅 Spot 50+ bird species including rare Rufous-necked Hornbill

🍊 Experience authentic orange orchards and tea gardens

🏡 Stay in traditional Lepcha homestays with local families

🌄 Stunning views of Kanchenjunga and Eastern Himalayan ranges

🌲 Explore pristine subtropical and temperate forests

📸 Professional bird photography opportunities

🦜 Expert naturalist guide throughout the journey

🍽️ Authentic Lepcha cuisine and cultural experiences

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🗓️ Best Time to Visit

🌸 Spring (March-May): Best for resident birds, pleasant weather, blooming rhododendrons

🍂 Autumn (October-November): Clear mountain views, migratory birds, perfect weather

❄️ Winter (December-February): High-altitude species, clear skies, fewer crowds

🌧️ Monsoon (June-September): Lush greenery but limited visibility and difficult roads

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Lodging:
Included.
Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.
Private Cab:
Included.
Pick up from:
NJP Rly. Stn./ Siliguri/ IXB
Drop at:
NJP Rly. Stn./ Siliguri/ IXB

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