India’s First Community-Led Bird Study Centre in a Living Village Landscape
The Kadappooru Bird Study Centre is a pioneering initiative of the Winds Park Society and Kattachira Thodu Samrakhsna Samithy, functioning under the Meenachil Meenanthra Kodur River Relinking Peoples Collective. In technical collaboration with the Tropical Institute of Ecological Sciences (TIES), this centre is the first of its kind in India to integrate community-driven conservation within a mixed village landscape of homes, drylands, and wetlands. We offer expert-guided bird-watching walks for individuals and groups. Passionate birders, beginners, families, students, photographers and media professionals are all welcome to explore and experience the wonders of nature with us.
A journey through traditional homestead gardens and groves, ideal for spotting the Malabar Grey Hornbill and the migratory Indian Pitta.
Follow the Kattachira Thodu (trench) to observe riparian species like the Oriental Darter and various kingfishers.
An expanse of paddy fields and streams where you can witness Black-headed Ibises, Purple Herons, and intricate Baya Weaver nests.
The Kadappooru Bird Trails pass through privately owned lands, including paddy field dikes, dry land areas with wild vegetation, and the banks of small rivers and rivulets. As these natural landscapes may involve certain risks—such as the presence of wildlife (including snakes), slippery surfaces near water bodies, or getting stuck in wetland areas—visitors are requested to exercise caution at all times.
For your safety and to ensure responsible use of these habitats, visitors are not permitted to enter the trails independently. All visits to the Kadappooru Bird Trails must be conducted only as part of guided tours arranged by the Kadappooru Bird Study Centre.
We kindly request all visitors to follow the guidance of the authorised guides and adhere to safety instructions during the visit.
| Category | Package Name | Time Slot | Features | Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Schools & Colleges | Sunrise Study Module | 06:30 am – 12:00 noon | Guided walk, breakfast, classroom session. | ₹300 / student |
| Schools & Colleges | Sunset Study Module | 02:00 pm – 05:45 pm | Classroom session, tea/snacks, sunset walk. | ₹250 / student |
| General Public | Dawn Walk (Pkg I) | 07:00 am – 09:00 am | Guided walk through a single trail. | ₹600 / person |
| Professional | Biodiversity Intensive | 06:30 am – 11:30 am | Expert naturalist, documentation assistance. | ₹1,200 / person |
| Global Amateur | Premium Assisted Session | Flexible (4 Hours) | Private naturalist, equipment support. | ₹6,000 / group |
| Photography | Hide Photography | 4-Hour Session | Access to low-disturbance hides. | ₹1,500 / seat |
50% advance payment is required to confirm bookings. Reservations are managed by Winds Park Society in collaboration with TIES.
Spanning the Kanakkari and Kidangoor Panchayats and Ettumanoor Municipality in Kottayam, this initiative is a blend of grassroots activism and scientific inquiry.
Access: Just 5km from Ettumanoor.
For any inquiries regarding the application process, project specifics, or programme structure, please contact the TIES Internship Coordinator:
Email: info@ties.org.in
Phone: +91-9497290339
Phone: +91-9526347898
Phone: +91-9446767170
Ecological Research Campus, K.K Road, Velloor P.O Kottayam, Kerala-686501(INDIA)
Contact : +91-9497290339
TIES Communication: +91-9633723305
TIES Office: +91-4812957050
Email : info@ties.org.in
Alternate Email : tropicalschool@gmail.com