Flamingo watching at Thane Creek from Bhandup Pumping Station
( From Airoli too we go in the same creek but charges and boats will be different )

Thane Creek is truly one of the best kept secrets for observing birds. One can explore the creek in a boat ride where one can observe a large number of Lesser and Greater Flamingos along with various other birds such as Avocets, Northern Shoveler, Grey Heron, Egrets, Plover, Sandpiper, Black headed Ibis, etc to name a few.

Trip details

Meeting Point:

Jetty point near Bhandup Pumping Station( exact google location will be shared) 

Itinerary:

Meet Wildnest team members near the jetty point followed by a brief introduction about flamingos as well as other birds.
Proceed for the boat ride.
Our naturalist will help in spotting flamingos as well as other shore birds found there with binoculars.

Note: Customised tours can also be planned according to the availability or time preferences. 

Important Details
* There are 12 seater boats ( 10 seats in shade) 
* There is a basic public washroom near the ticket counter but no washroom facility near the jetty.
*Parking is available near the jetty point on the road. 
* Finding an Ola/ uber or auto while returning from jetty is not feasible so either u have to walk back or keep your cab waiting till boat ride gets over.

Trip duration: Around 1.5 hours ( including 1 hour Boat ride ) 

Charges: 
 Rs 1250 per person on weekends ( including 550 per person boat ride charges) 
On weekdays, charges are different for customised trips.
Kids below 3 yrs are free of  charge. ( Can sit in the lap) 

Inclusions Boat ride, Binoculars for viewing, Services of Wildnest team members, E- Bird Checklist, Fun activity sheet for kids

Exclusions: 
* Entry charge of Rs 55 per adult and Rs 25 per child for Indian Nationals
*For Foreign Nationals, 
 Rs 110 per person for entry
* Transportation from main road to inside jetty point if required.
*Camera Charges Rs 165
* Car Parking charges if taking your car inside till jetty point. 

For contact, call us at +91 – 9967 0566 74 | email: nitya@wildnest.in