The wide variety of fishes, innumerable fresh water streams and beautiful countryside as backdrop provide a perfect ambience to attract tourist for Angling. Whether you are looking to hook a 100-pound Mahaseer- a magnificent sporting fish, it's the biggest member of the minnow and carp clan in the world and probably the hardest fighting fresh water sport fish that swims in a river. These include the putitor, or yellow-finned, mahseer (Tor putitora) the tor, or red-finned, mahseer (Tor tor) and the mosal, or copper, mahseer (Tor mosal) or a Brown or Rainbow Trout, we can take you to the best casting sites, that this country has to offer. The Kali Sarda River, the Ganga River, the Ramganga River near Corbett National Park and the Cauvery River in South India are famous for Mahaseer fishing and we also have the infrastructure to set up camps and provide complete logistical support at these locations to enable you to fish in comfort. Angling Equipment can be arranged on Prior Notice. "A Trip Must For Adventure Lovers "
Your Itinerary
Day 1: Early morning arrive Delhi, Capital city of India. On arrival Transfer to Hotel Qutab. Delhi is a city of contrasts. From the neo-classical architecture of the elegant garden city of New Delhi to the narrow, twisting lanes that surround Chandni- Chowk in the old city. After lunch proceed for half day guided city tour of New Delhi. The buildings designed by Edward Lutyens,architect of modern Delhi - are truly majestic. The Presidential Palace, Parliament House and India Gate are all reminiscent of the British “Raj”. We drive through Delhi’s beautiful tree-lined avenues and the Diplomatic Enclave en-route to the 12th century, 234 foot high fluted minaret of Qutab Minar. Return to hotel for Overnight.
Day 2: Morning after breakfast, depart by surface transport for Corbett.7 hours drive, brings us to the Corbett National Park. It is one of the better Indian parks for viewing tigers. Established in 1935, Corbett is India's oldest National Park and is named after Indian wildlife champion, Jim Corbett, who grew up there. It has 1318 square km of sub-Himalayan foothills by the Ramganga River. On arrival check into Tiger Top Resort. Afternoon Angling in the Ramganga River. Lunch, Dinner & Overnight at the resort. Included: (B), (L), (D).
Day 3: Morning after breakfast, after a morning Angling session on the Ramganga River, a jeep / elephant safari into the national park after lunch. Other than tiger, wildlife includes chitals and hog deer, elephants, langur monkeys, barking deer, crocodile, leopards, sloth bears and muntjacs. There are numerous watchtowers, but only daylight photography is allowed. The park has magnificent scenery, from sal forest (giant, teak-like hardwood trees) to extensive river plains. You might just spot the ever elusive Tiger. If you do consider it as a Bonus. Retrun to Resort for Dinner & Overnight at the resort. Included: (B), (L), (D).
Day 4: Early morning after breakfast drive to the confluence of the Sarda and Saryu rivers at Pancheswar (6 hours).The drive is extremely scenic offering panoramic views of the Kumaon Himalayas. The valleys are landscaped with terraced farms and deodar forests. After lunch at leisure. If you feel like angling, you are most welcome to do so. Dinner, campfire and overnight in Tented Camp. Included: (B), (L), (D).
Day 5: Morning after breakfast fish for the Mahaseer at the confluence of the Sarda & Saryu Rivers. Lunch, dinner, campfire and overnight at in Tented Camp. Both day & night angling activities are undertaken. Included: (B), (L), (D).
Day 6: Morning after breakfast, drive to Put-In point to start river run. get on your rafts for an exciting run ahead, negotiating some of the greatest white water on the Ganges. Rapids like "Golf Course & "Roller Coaster" keeps the adrenaline pumping, with long calm stretches between to enjoy the scenery of wooded & terraced hillsides dotted with little villages. Bird life abounds, along with hordes of monkeys, the barking deer and, if you get lucky, the leopard might show its spots. We stop for Angling on secluded river side sand beaches and also set up camp. Afternoon at leisure. Lunch, Dinner & overnight in Tented Camps. Included: (B), (L), (D).
Day 7: Morning after breakfast, get on your rafts for another day of an exciting run ahead. We stop for Angling on secluded river side sand beaches and also set up camp. Afternoon at leisure. Lunch, Dinner & overnight in Tented Camps. Included: (B), (L), (D).
Day 8: Morning after breakfast, get on your rafts for another day of an exciting run ahead. We stop for Angling on secluded river side sand beaches and also set up camp. Afternoon at leisure. Lunch, Dinner & overnight in Tented Camps. Included: (B), (L), (D).
Day 9: Morning after breakfast, get on your rafts for another day of an exciting run ahead. We stop for Angling on secluded river side sand beaches and also set up camp. Afternoon at leisure. Lunch, Dinner & overnight in Tented Camps. Included: (B), (L), (D).
Day 10: Morning after breakfast, raft down to Pull out point at Boom. Board your vehicles to drive onwards to Rishikesh. Nestled in the foothills and on the banks of the river Ganges, Rishikesh in ancient times, was the meditating center of sages & ascetics. It is so today also, albeit with a difference. A large number of ashrams (spiritual retreats) and institutions of international repute, serve as centers for learning of yoga and meditation. Temples abound here and so do pilgrims. On arrival check into Hotel Ganga Kinare. Afternoon free to tour on foot this very ancient & quite hill town. Return to hotel for overnight. Included: (B).
Day 11: Morning after breakfast, depart by surface transport for Delhi. Enroute visit Haridwar which stands as the gateway to the 4 pilgrimages of Uttaranchal. Geographically and geological, Haridwar is comes in the district of Uttaranchal Pradesh, and is a major pilgrimage center. On the banks of river Ganges it is a town of saints, sages and scholars. Later on arrival in Delhi, check into Hotel Park. After lunch proceed for half day guided city tour of Old Delhi. Visit Red Fort built by Mughal Emperor Shajahan & Jama Masjid (The great Mosque) Walk through the bazars of Chandni Chowk, built during the Mughal reign, followed by a visit to Rajghat, the final resting place of Mahatma Gandhi. Return to hotel for overnight. Included: (B).
Day 12: Morning after breakfast, depart by surface to Agar - City of the Taj Mahal. On arrival check into Hotel Amar. After lunch proceed for half day guided city tour, visiting the world famous Taj Mahal built by the Moghul Emperor Shahjehan in 1630AD for his beloved queen Mumtaz Mahal to enshrine her mortal remains. Later visit the Red Fort containing the Halls of Private and Public audience and other Palaces. Also visit the Tomb of Itmad - ud - Daulah built by Empress Noor Jehan in memory of her father. Later visit the marble and handicrafts emporium.It is also famous for leather products such as shoes, bags, belts etc. Visit some of the emporiums and browse through the local bazaar. Return to hotel for overnight. Included: (B).
Day 13: Morning after breakfast, depart by surface for Jaipur the capital city of the State of Rajasthan. Enroute visit Fatehpur Sikri built by Mughal Emperor Akbar in 1569 AD and abandoned after 15 years due to scarcity of water. See the graceful buildings including the Jama Masjid, Tomb of Salim Chisti, Panch Mahal and other Palaces. Arrive Jaipur in the afternoon, check into Narain Niwas Palace Hotel. After lunch proceed for half day guided city tour The City Palace which is still the residence of the Jaipur Garana (family), and its museum displays a fabulous collection of paintings, carpets, jewelry and arms. Visit the Jantar Mantar (Royal Observatory), and the Hawa Mahal, or “Palace of the Winds”. This is a multi-storied, intricately latticed facade of pink sandstone, designed for the pleasures of the ladies of the royal court. From here they could look out upon the quaint bazaars that still thrive around the palace, without exposing themselves to the prying stares of the commoners. Return to hotel for overnight. Included: (B).
Day 14: Morning after breakfast proceed for half day guided excursion to Fort Amer, High above the city, the towers and domes of the Amber Fort are reminiscent of scenes from some fairy tale. You shall ascend to the fort atop gaily decorated elephants, as did the Maharajah’s of yore. Within the fort walls lies an assortment of buildings famous for their intricate mirror inlays - the Hall of Mirrors, Kali’s Temple, palaces with latticed windows and beautifully sculpted arches and pillars. Later visit Nehargarh & Jaigarh fort before returning to hotel. Afternoon free to explore the colorful bazaars on foot. The sheer variety of the items that are sold off the street is fascinating, ranging from the mundane to the exotic, or even simply baffling. Return to hotel for overnight. Included: (B).
Day 15: Morning after breakfast, proceed for half day guided excursion to Galta - also called the valley of monkeys, named after the saint Galav. Enroute visit Sisodia Rani's garden - a picturesque zig-zag drive visiting number of temples now in ruins with fresco paintings. Return to hotel for lunch & check out to depart for Delhi. Drive onwards to Delhi and on arrival transfer to International airport to connect flight for your onward destination. Included: (B).
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Notes:
Airfare is not included in the tour price.
Included:
- Accommodation in standard clean Rooms/ Tents, on twin sharing basis, with daily breakfast, lunch & dinner at all places, except at Delhi, Rishikesh, Agra & Jaipur where accommodation will be on room plus breakfast basis only.
- All surface, including arrival/ departure transfers, at all places using non aircon vehicle Fishing Licence fees Rafts, Rafting equipment, tackle, bait etc. services of river guide, camping staff, Ghillies included.
- Sightseeing & Excursions as mentioned in the itinerary using non aircon vehicle
- Services of local English speaking guide at all places of visit.
- All presently applicable Taxes
PS : The Tented accommodation is definitely not luxurious but is clean and well laid out camp with wholesome food. These exclusive camps are set up amidst splendid scenery of the Kumaon hills, close to the river edge
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