ANTARA EXPEDITIONS · BHITARKANIKA WETLANDS · 3 NIGHTS / 4 DAYS

Mangrove

Majesty

Aboard MV Bhitarkanika, MV Mahanadi, MV Baitarani & MV Brahmani

GUPTI ✦ DANGAMAL ✦ HABALIKATHI ✦ GUPTI

Journey into the “Mini-Amazon” of the East. Navigate pristine prehistoric wetlands, estuarine crocodile sanctuaries, and ancient mangrove canopies aboard intimate, shallow-draft luxury catamarans.

FARES
FROM $1600 / guest

VOYAGE CARTOGRAPHY & SANCTUARY NARRATIVE

Sailing the Untouched Wetlands: The Mini-Amazon of the Easts

Get ready to explore one of the most remarkable wetland frontiers in the world. The Mangrove Majesty expedition is a bespoke, slow-water odyssey carefully choreographed to reveal the rich ecological secrets of Bhitarkanika National Park.

Over four unhurried days, our expedition catamarans glide through the winding delta corridors of the Brahmani, Baitarani, and Dhamra rivers. Flanked by tidal estuaries and dense coastal sky-walks, you will witness a primordial ecosystem untouched since prehistoric epochs.

As the rivers converge into the shimmering expanse of the Bay of Bengal near Habalikathi, savor the quiet drama of mudflats teeming with giant saltwater crocodiles, spotted deer grazing by the reed line, and eight brilliant species of iridescent kingfishers.

CARTOGRAPHIC STUDY

The Trajectory

THE ANTARA STANDARD

Inclusive Expedition Privileges

Every nuance of your passage is delicately orchestrated, allowing you to dwell fully within the unfolding wilderness.

Chef-Curated Fine Dining

Gourmet meals celebrating regional Odia culinary legacies, seasonal river bounty, and farm-fresh ingredients paired with curated international wines and artisanal canapés.

DAILY CHAMPAGNE & CELLAR SELECTION

Dedicated Resident Naturalist

Expedition excursions orchestrated and led by scholarly wildlife naturalists who unravel the nuances of tidal rhythms, nocturnal mangroves, and estuarine reptile behavior.

DAILY CANAL EXCURSIONS & BOTANICAL WALKS

Personalized Catamaran Service

With an ultra-exclusive ratio of 8 cabins serviced by dedicated maritime and hospitality crew, experience seamless bespoke care, private tenders, and unhurried passage.

VIP ACCESS • ZERO CROWDS

ECOLOGICAL SANCTUARY

Portraits of Sacred Bhitarkanika

From ancient estuarine mudflats to secluded tidal beaches where coastal rivers meet the Bay of Bengal.

Giant Saltwater Crocodile

Witness the world’s largest saltwater crocodiles basking quietly along muddy riverbanks in their pristine indigenous habitat.

ESTUARINE APEX

Paradise & Creek Canopy

A world-renowned haven for birdwatchers, sheltering 8 vivid kingfisher varieties, white-bellied sea eagles, and night herons.

AVIAN BIOSPHERE

Habalikathi

Experience the theatrical threshold where tidal rivers meet the open ocean, bordered by untamed casuarina groves and virgin shores.

COASTAL CONFLUENCE

Sky Bridge & Shikarkothi

Elevated wooden canopies providing aerial views of tidal creeks, historic royal hunting lodges, and secluded wildlife feeding grounds.

ANCIENT TRAILS

CHRONICLE OF PASSAGE

THE ITINERARY

Four unhurried days along sacred waters, designed with royal comfort, authentic riverboat pacing, and immersive daily shore landings.

DAY 1

Arrive Gupti, Embarkation

Embark the ship at the Gupti jetty, which is approx. 3½ hours drive from Bhubaneswar and a short distance from the nearby town of Rajnagar.

Familiarize yourself with the Catamaran vessel. We start sailing with Lunch on board and enjoying the Scenic Jungle views from the Lounge-cum-Dinning area.

Post lunch you will be sitting at the Sun Deck and have a view of the Jungle with a relaxing slow cruising towards the Core Zone of Bhitarkanika National Park, Dangamala. Spotting of animals and crocodiles from the Sun deck is worth of slow sailing.

A multi course traditional meal awaits you in the evening giving you the flavors of the region. Anchor inside the park near Dangamala.

Overnight onboard Catamaran.

DAY 2

Gupti - Dangamal Exploring Bhitarkanika

We offer a variety of full-day activities within the park, including sailing through the narrow creeks, a jungle walks to Shikarkothi, and the Sky Bridge. Visit the museum and the hatchery.

During these excursions, you will have the opportunity to look for estuarine crocodiles, spotted deer, monitor lizards, wild boars, Indian pythons, rhesus macaques, and a wide variety of birds. Time permitting, visit the Orientation Centre to learn about the mangrove forest and its unique habitat.

Later sail back to Gupti, where the views of the forest and the setting sun are simply mesmerizing. Dinner followed by a relaxed evening.

Overnight onboard Catamaran

DAY 3

Gupti - Habalikathi - Gupti

After breakfast, sail on the Mahipura river towards Bay of Bengal and enjoy the landscape. Time/Tide condition permitting, you may visit Habali Kathi which involves a one hour walk through the mangrove forest to the beach.

According to the tide schedule, sail back towards Gupti jetty. Anchoring in the middle of the water around Gumuda Island.

Overnight onboard Catamaran.

DAY 4

Gupti, Disembark

Following breakfast disembark and proceed for your onward journey
Disembarkation time: 09:00 Hrs

THE FLAGSHIP VESSEL

Antara Catamarans

Antara’s compact and well-designed catamarans come with two plush cabins, a lounge-dining area, a sundeck and a scratch kitchen, butler service and an expert naturalist on board.

For the first time, guests can experience comfort cruising in Odisha’s Bhitarkanika National Park, home to India’s second-largest mangrove system, and its four rivers, Brahmani, Baitarani, Dhamra and Pathsala.

16 Meters

LENGTH OVERALL

2 Suites

MAX 4 GUESTS

Sun Deck

360-DEGREE SUNSET VIEWINGS

Excursions

View of the Jungle

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