Bird photography in Goa (1 Viewer)

Mike66 said:

Hello...I am looking to visit Goa in January or February 2007.
Specifically to take pictures of birds, although my wife will certainly want beach/swimming pool.
This has got to be a reasonable price, i'm thinking £700 each, I am not looking to pay extra to have it organized, I will hopefully find a local guide. the Arpora region in North Goa has been suggested, .
In view of the long flight we would like to go for 3 weeks. Most importantly I need an abundance of different birds within walking distance. I would hate to be stuck anywhere with nothing to do.

Can anyone give me any advice or offer suggestions.
Any help greatfully recieved.....kind regards....Mike

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halftwo said:

Mike, Its GOT to be the Marinha Dourada hotel (Baga/Arpora)- in the thick of the best birding spots you'll read about in trip reports. I can't remember the name of the other hotel lots of birders have stayed at - the one with the marsh by Baga fields - but don't stay there- its no good in comparison.
Its a short walk from Baga hill, Arpora forest & Baga fields, etc.etc. You'll be able to bird from the hotel itself & there will be other birders there & local guides if you want. There is loads of info re. species sites available - Brown hawk owl, Brown fish owl etc.(I saw Pied harrier & Black eagle from the hotel - just to name two).
Its a great place for a holiday - if you want to know more just ask.
Cheers,
Halftwo

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halftwo said:

Mike,
Anytime in Jan or Feb is fine, the "season" is Nov-Mar - things start to get hot in March. I was there in Feb. You will possibly pay more Xmas/New year & maybe a bit more at haf term.
Regards, Halftwo

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