Tansa Birdwatching Trip

Tansa Birding Expedition

Explore one of Maharashtra’s most underexplored biodiversity hotspots on our Tansa Birdwatching Trip. Located just a couple of hours from Mumbai, Tansa Wildlife Sanctuary is a haven for birders, wildlife photographers, and nature lovers looking for a quiet, refreshing day in the wild.

🦉 Why Tansa Wildlife Sanctuary?

Sprawling over 320 sq km, Tansa forms part of the Western Ghats' rich forest cover. It features deciduous forests, grasslands, and a massive water reservoir, attracting an incredible range of wildlife. Tansa is home to:

• Over 200 species of birds, including the Crested serpent eagle, Grey junglefowl, Indian pitta, Black-hooded oriole, Forest Owlet, and Brown wood owl

• Raptors like the Changeable hawk-eagle and Shikra

• Mammals like leopards, hyenas, and sambar deer (rare sightings)

Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned birder, Tansa offers an accessible birdwatching destination near Mumbai that surprises at every turn.

📸 What’s Included in the Trip?

The Tansa Birdwatching Tour is designed as a day trip or overnight stay and includes:

• Guided birding trail early morning with certified naturalists

• Bird call identification and field behavior sessions

• Photography assistance for DSLR and mobile shooters

• Packed breakfast and lunch (optional, depending on package)

• Visit to Tansa Lake viewpoint for landscape and bird sightings

For those opting for overnight trips, homestay-style eco-lodges are available near the sanctuary with night walks, dinner, and stargazing sessions.

🧭 Perfect For:

• Birdwatching enthusiasts of all levels

• Wildlife photographers & macro specialists

• Families and students on nature outings or school trips

• Weekend nature seekers from Mumbai, Thane, or Nashik

🌿 Sustainable & Educational

The Tern Travellers focuses on low-impact nature tourism, using trained local guides and ensuring plastic-free, eco-conscious practices. Every trip includes briefings on forest etiquette and ethical wildlife observation.

📌 Quick Facts:

• Location: Palghar-Thane District, Maharashtra

• Distance from Mumbai: ~90–100 km (~2.5–3 hrs)

• Best Season: October to March (winter migration season)

• Trip Options: 1-day or 2D/1N custom package

Witness raptors soar and warblers sing in one of the Western Ghats' quietest corners. Join The Tern Travellers’ Tansa Birdwatching Trip and reconnect with the wild.

Region                                  Tansa Wildlife Sanctuary

No of Days                          Ex – Mumbai      02 Days

Grade                                   Easy 

Type                                      Photography / Wildlife / Birdwatching

• Accommodation on twin sharing basis in above mentioned
• Return transfers by vehicle. (Mumbai – Tansa– Mumbai)
• Meals as per mentioned in the itinerary
• Nature Trails
• Guide & Forest entry Charges
• Professional Wildlife naturalist host of the experience
• GST 5%

• Additional / personal use of vehicle
• Extended stay due to weather conditions or any situation not in human control
• Any personal expenses, room service and special orders, mineral waters, non-alcoholic beverages, tips, phone calls, laundry etc.
• Any extra excursions or sightseeing apart from the above specified itinerary.
• Cost incidental to any change in the itinerary due to bad weather, ill health, roadblocks and/or any factors beyond control.
• Camera fees.
• Airfares/Rail fare
• Anything Specifically NOT mentioned in includes.

• Wildlife safaris are a matter of luck and opportunity. No guarantee of any sighting is made. Neither of our associates will quote that, although we try our best to spot and show you as much as nature allows us to.
• Never enter the forest with an intention of spotting a single species, it will only disappoint you. The forest is a gift packet with a lot to surprise with. Listen to our naturalist for more wonderful experience.
• Our safaris are not target species specific (Unless specified)
• We explore everything we find uncommon and need to be explained.
• Any demand for spotting a single species in any jeep will not be entertained by the guide or the tour leader as there are other travellers who would want to see the birds etc.
• Respect & honour everything that is in the forest and it has to offer you.
• Enjoy being in the forest and you will feel much happier away from the concrete chaos.
• Respect the local, tribes, guards, guides, drivers, officers and all animals.
• Front seat of the Gypsy is always reserved for the Guide or Guard.
• No extra room will be made for photographers, respecting other travellers. (For photographers it is recommended to opt for higher options)
• No littering in the forest strictly. (what goes comes back the same way)
• Camera fees & guide tips to be paid separately & directly.
• Kindly follow the instructions given by the tour leader and the guide for your own safety.

• A Hat
• Sunglasses with UV protection
• A dust protection mask
• Personal Bottle (To avoid plastic use – 1LtrsX2)
• Small backpack for safaris (10Ltrs)
• Bird books
• Sun screen
• Raincoat/Wind-cheater/Rain jacket (NO UMBRELLA)
• Only dull coloured clothes (Green, brown, Beige, Camouflage)
• Camera (At owners risk) with proper equipment for photography (As per need)
• Fleece/Jacket (temperatures drop in the forest to below 10 degree Celsius
• Binoculars
• Energy bars for trails

• The Tern Travellers reserves the right to cancel and forfeit the paid amount in case of payment schedule not followed.

Cancellation Policy: