Cochin Heritage Carnival 2023: Kadamakudy - Bird Watcher's Trail

A bird watching trail in Kochi

Kochi has always boasted a rich diversity of birds, including migratory and non-migratory species. However, rapid urbanisation and climate change have led to the disappearance of many of them over the years.

The Kadamakudy Island cluster, nestled amid the serene backwaters of Kerala, India, are not only a sanctuary for mangroves and aquatic life but also a haven for an impressive array of bird species. From elegant waders and majestic raptors to delightful songbirds, the islands boast a vibrant avian population that captivates the hearts of nature enthusiasts and bird watchers alike. As we marvel at this, let us also recognize the significance of preserving these fragile ecosystems for generations to come.

Join us on this trail at Kadamakudy for the first time as we go bird watching and also learn about our avian friends.

About the Storyteller

Vishnupriyan Kartha serves as the Secretary of the Cochin Natural Heritage Society and is also a member of the Technical Support Group (Ornithology) at Kerala State Biodiversity Board. He is a member of the Tree Committee at Kerala Forest and Wildlife Department and was the former Joint Registrar at CUSAT.

As a passionate bird watcher, he has been conducting bird surveys to record Kochi’s bird diversity and also help give insights into how the changing environment is affecting our avian friends. The CNHS which he is part of regularly conducts bird surveys in the city to create awareness of our avian heritage.

Duration, Distance & Terrain:

2 Hrs, 1.5 Kms, mostly flat surfaces and little to no inclines, moderate pace, stopping at various sites along the tour.

Meeting Point:

Meet your storyteller at

Infant Jesus Church Cemetery

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What's included

• Storyteller
• Binoculars
• Snack & refreshment

What's not

• Any personal expenses
• Transportation
• Anything not mentioned in the inclusions.

What to bring:

A cap/hat, rain jacket/ poncho, comfortable shoes, dress for the weather, water bottle and a binocular if you have one.

Guidelines:

• Per head registration cost of the heritage walk is ₹299.
• Wear a mask, & bring your personal sanitiser.
• Since it is a walking tour, guests are encouraged to wear comfortable shoes, a cap/hat, rain jacket/ poncho in case of rain, comfortable shoes, dress for the weather, water bottle.
• Arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes prior to the reporting time.
• Kindly avoid littering during the walk.
• Please note that tours are subject to weather conditions. If the tour is cancelled due to weather, it may be rescheduled.
• The tour route is in public areas over which we have no control. We are not responsible and shall not be held liable for the behaviour of the public, other tour patrons, or any accidents during the tour.
• Photography is permitted. Videography is not permitted. If you are a researcher, guide, a travel writer, or a blogger, kindly request consent from the Organizer before the tour.
• Please note that we would not be entering inside any heritage monuments for this tour.
• Kindly follow all instructions laid out by the host on the day of the walk.
• Ticket once booked cannot be cancelled or refunded.
• Please refer to our complete tour terms and conditions here.
• Please refer to our cancellation and refund policy here.

About The Kochi Heritage Project

The Kochi Heritage Project is a storytelling initiative to inculcate awareness about heritage, and to create dialogue around the preservation and conservation of heritage in Kochi amongst locals and visitors through heritage and cultural tourism experiences, heritage education and research, and by curating events that promote the city's heritage.