meet our experienced birding tour leaders
NEER
Neer has travelled extensively all over Uttarakhand and Western Himalayas, leading tours to numerous places from Terai regions to higher altitudes in Uttarakhand. Having seen over 700 species in the Uttarakhand Province itself.
Neer has grown up with a lifelong interest in wildlife, which evolved into a particular fascination with birds. Raised in Mountains, Neer started Birding as a hobby which later converted into his Bird Guiding skill later. With 7 years of experience in Sattal and Uttarakhand Birding and Guiding, he is always prepared to provide the best sightings in the field. Spending time with the guest and exploring their passion through the conversation is his favourite.
Neer (a.k.a Neerdiv Bankoti) is equally experienced in the village and cultural tours in Uttarakhand, in these Himalayas to travel for culture and Spiritual, he finds his passion growing. Today he is also connected to Sattal Conservation Club and working in Uttarakhand towards Sustainable accommodations and Eco-Tourism.
SAKSHI
Sakshi, a native of Uttarakhand, is a dedicated and experienced birdwatching guide. Her deep love for birds and nature and her local knowledge make her an excellent birding tour guide.
Local Knowledge: Growing up in Uttarakhand, Sakshi knows the best spots for birdwatching and understands the local bird species and their behaviours.
Experience: With years of guiding experience, Sakshi has successfully led many birdwatching tours. She is skilled at spotting rare birds and sharing her knowledge with others.
Naturalist Skills: Beyond birdwatching, Sakshi is knowledgeable about the region’s plants and animals, providing a well-rounded nature experience.
Friendly and Passionate: Sakshi’s warm personality and passion for nature make her tours enjoyable and educational for everyone.
Key areas: Sakshi has expertise in Sattal Birdwatching, this is a place where she spends her most birding days, her key areas for Birding tours are – Sattal, Pangot, Munsyari, Chopta, Corbett and Kaladhungi.
Join Sakshi for a birdwatching adventure in Uttarakhand and explore the region’s birdlife with a true local expert.