In February 2022, we embarked on the Snow Leopard Expedition to Spiti in search of the illusive grey ghost of the mountains. This was one of the most challenging trips that we had made recently, a journey that tested our endurance and was generous in its rewards.
READ MOREA Morning With The Vernal Hanging Parrots
by Puru | Nov 6, 2022 | Birding, Photo Essays
About 15Km from Saswad, near Pune, is a farm that was in limelight recently among birdwatchers for a very unique reason – Vernal Hanging Parrot. Apparently, these parrots were a rage this season and everyone was scrambling to get a glimpse of these beautiful birds.
READ MOREThe Birds Of Bhigwan
by Puru | Oct 22, 2022 | Birding, Photo Essays
Our trip to Bhigwan this time was mostly about the Indian Gray Wolves. However, while we were still waiting for them, we were blessed with a good sighting of birds of all kinds.
READ MOREThe Wolves of Bhigwan
by Puru | Oct 15, 2022 | Wildlife
We were in Bhigwan again but were not looking for birds yet. This time, the goal was different – we were on the trail of the Indian Gray Wolves.
READ MOREOn The Shores Of Tso Moriri
by Puru | Aug 14, 2021 | Travelogues
I turned back to look at the matchbox houses of Karzok beyond the vast marshy grassland that I had walked through. Civilization seemed far enough now. I turned to the water again, took my glove off, bent down, and touched the freezing waters. Tso Moriori looked as beautiful up close as it did in my dreams.
READ MOREThe Road To Tso Moriri
by Puru | Jul 19, 2020 | Travelogues
A road less taken goes from Pangong Tso to Tso Moriri. Though more challenging than the Leh route, it provides breathtaking sights and an experience unparalleled elsewhere. We decided to follow this route and reach the High Mountain Lake.
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