Pangot and Kilbury Bird Sanctuary is located 12 kilometers from Nanital, on Kilbury road before Pangot, and is famous for the numerous birds species. Pangot is like a remote Himalayan village that is rich in its flora and fauna. The place is located in the midst of mountains and a drive through this area is thrilling and exciting. The most commonly found birds are the Brown wood Owls, White- throated laughing thrushes, Collared Grosbeaks, and Forktails. The Sanctuary is placed in between the reserve forest of Nainital. The place is calm and serene and the occasional chirping of birds is just pleasant to the ears. Highlights and must see includes:

• 250 species of birds
• Thick Oak, Pine and Rhododendron
• A lot of Mammals can be spotted such as Leopard cat, Sambhar, Himalayan Goral, Barking deer, Wild Boar, Red Fox.
• Dense Forest
• Trekking

• Carry a camera to capture the beautiful birds.
• Don’t go after 3:00 pm as it becomes dark and lonely.

• Hire a Taxi
• Ask a Local

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