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Mid Earth Wildlife and Adventure Holidays is an eco tourism company based in Pune and Mumbai. Mid Earth conducts offbeat outings with prime focus on responsible tourism. We stand by our motto to make people fall in love with nature through all our activities.

13/03/2024

Enchanting Koyna!!

We recently concluded our Koyna Wildlife Camp!
In our constant quest to explore less travelled destinations, Koyna WLS was truely an offbeat yet rewarding experience. Traversing the evergreen forests lead to several floral and faunal surprises. The group recorded nearly 70 bird species in one and half day with rarities like Eurasian Kestrel and Forest Wagtail.

The cherry on the cake was winter colonies of Blue tiger butterflies in the heart of the Northern western Ghats!!

The group was ably lead by our naturalist

Such experiences make life special and gives us the spirit to travel and explore offbeat destinations again and again!

03/03/2024

Tech-driven sustainability is the only hope for a better future. The same applies for the precious wildlife that needs to be protected as the human-animal conflict rises up day by day.
Let's harness technology that would help in protecting every living being on this planet, thus making it a better place to live for generations to come.

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11/01/2024

Every winter Vikhe Patil Memorial School, Lohegaon gives us an opportunity to host their students for unique 'fun and learn' outing.
This year we decided to explore the quaint little village of Jambharun. The objective was to give students, a local konkan experience.

The trip was designed to give them the full experience of konkan which included nature, culture, lifestyle and entertainment.

Students were taken to some unique trails in the village which showcased the rich heritage of this less explored region. These included studying petroglyphs, ancient temples, laterite mines and some self-sustaining, "Konkani homes".

Due to an overwhelming response we divided the students in two seperate trips in Diwali and Christmas vacations.

As always our outings were lead by our experts.
Thank you Amogh Karegaonkar, Ashlesha Karnik, Priyanka Bansode and Mihir Mulay

Special mention of Mr. Vilas Kane who has a thorough study of the konkan region, penned some of the best coffee table books on the same and bagged awards on some of the documentary films created by him on several wildlife and environmental topics.

04/12/2023

Pune city has a legacy of conservation activities. Be it our beloved hills or our grasslands. Exploring such habitats and creating awareness about our diversity has always been our mission. Join us for a half day outing to explore man-made forest, right outside our city.

Sipna is a man-made forest, right on the edge of Pune city. The forest is abode to 200 insects, 26 butterflies, 14 snakes, 10 animals, 98 birds and over 22000 trees.

Let's explore this forest under the guidance of our experienced naturalist

Call/whatsapp on 7770017692 for details!

Registration link in the bio!

27/09/2023

To explore is to evolve..

Happy World Tourism Day!

13/09/2023

Wish to have an adventurous winter ?
We are excited! Are you?

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10/09/2023

The fluttering beauties have arrived on the hills in Pune...
Don't miss this occasion to celebrate 'The Big Butterfly Month'.

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08/09/2023

Nestled in the Nilgiri hills with mind blowing views of the Annamalai hills, Valparai is also a paradise for bird watchers.
From the majestic Great Hornbill to the vibrant minivets, and endemic mammals like the Nilgiri Tahr and Lion-tailed macaque, one can have a visual treat while wandering in the vicinity of this hill station.

Tea and coffee gardens around the hills of Valparai add to the beauty of this place and create endless picture-perfect frames for photographers.

Witness the spectacular views at Valparai on our Parambikulam Wildlife Tour.

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07/09/2023

Great Hornbill is the state bird of Kerala and one of the most majestic birds found in India.

Nesting activity of this bird is an interesting phase to observe and study. The monogamous pair displays a highly dedicated co-working spirit. The female locks herself in a hollow tree trunk that is sealed with f***s. For several weeks after that the male takes the responsibility of feeding the female and the chicks till they grow up and are fit to fly out. Cleaning of the nest is done by the female to avoid any kind of infection to the chicks.

Get a chance to witness this spectacle along with other interesting sightings on our Parambikulam Wildlife Tour.

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Cover Photo .nidambur
Photo 2 .s.chaudhari
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06/09/2023

Nilgiri Tahr is the state animal of Tamilnadu. Found in abundance all over the Western Ghats, once upon a time, its habitat has now been shrunk to a narrow region of the Southern Western Ghats.

Habitat- fragmentation due to hydro-electricity projects, tea/ coffee plantation, rampant deforestation, and occasional hunting are some of the reasons that have caused severe decline in their population. The ungulate has been listed as a threatened species due to its current status.

*Lion-tailed macaque*

Known so due to the silver-grey mane around its face and a tuft at the end of its tail, the Lion-tailed macaque is the smallest macaque found only in the southern parts of the Western Ghats.
Found in groups of upto 30 to 40, it is seen easily foraging around villages and forests of Valparai. Too much human encroachment all around its territories has put this primate under severe stress since it needs to forage in large areas in groups containing an alpha male along with a few males, females and infants, for food.

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01/09/2023

Khajuraho group of temples is a marvel that has stood the test of time and is declared UNESCO World Heritage Site. These temples are a prime example of the exceptional craftsmanship of the Medieval times.

Built in the 900 AD, Khajuraho temples were commissioned by the rulers of the Chandela Dynasty. They follow the Nagara style of architecture.

The Temples are located in Chhatarpur District and are very close to Panna National Park.
And hence we make it a point that our guests visit this magnificent monument when they visit Panna with us. A local expert accompanying, will be an additional treat to get enlightened about the site.

31/08/2023

Tiger Restoration Project
In 2009 the tiger population of Panna National Park stood at zero. Awarded as the best managed tiger reserve by Ministry of Tourism in 2007 there was admistrative failure which led to rise in illegal poaching. This created a nationwide backlash.
The then IFS Director of PTR, R Sreenivasa Murthy along with his team formed a plan to reintroduce tigers in the reserve. The plan was twofold.
Firstly, arrangements were made by the FD to translocate 2 tigers, one from Kanha and other from Bandhavgarh. This was planned under the leadership of Director Murthy.
Secondly, NGO called
focussed on relocating Pardhi tribes and make them give up hunting and poaching through various awareness programmes.
Finally after relentless efforts of both parties two reintroduced female tigers – T1 and T2 gave birth to 8 new tiger cubs. Reintroduction of new tigers in the further years was successful and Panna today is home of almost 70 tigers.
This project is today considered one of the finest examples of species restoration. This proved that wildlife conservation will happen if we involve local communities in the efforts of the forest department.

30/08/2023

This walk is one of the highlights of Panna Tiger Reserve.
Pardhis are nomadic tribes since the Mughal era. For centuries this community is well known for the animal tracking skills. Their skills were employed by the kings and the royalty for hunting purposes. Ever since the ban on hunting started these communities turned to animal poaching to earn their livelihood.
The forest department, with lot of help from NGOs like the have put in a lot of efforts to get the community member to give up poaching. They have created alternative sources of income for them. ‘Walk with the Pardhis is one such initiative where these tribes are using their skills to offer guests an experience which is very unique. The training provided to them coupled with their traditional knowledge of reading the forest and animal tracks is the feature of this walk.
We believe that, conservation efforts are futile if you do not involve local communities. By introducing this unique activity the forest department has been successful in reducing poaching and at the same time provide a better income opportunity for the Pardhis. Not to forget the astounding experience that one gets when they do this ‘Walk with the Pardhis’.
Pardhis also share their deep knowledge of the flora of the region and share their knowledge about animal tracking by spotting animal droppings or other markings during this walk.
This is one the primary reasons why we love hosting our guests at Panna. It is truly a wholesome ecotourism experience.

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29/08/2023

Kashmir Great Lakes Trek has to be one of the most scenic trekking routes in our country.

, our senior trek lead rightly says 'A journey through alpine lakes, meadows, and towering mountain passes that truly takes your breath away. Nature's masterpiece at every step. That's KGL'

Pictures from our recently concluded KGL trek batch lead by . They were lucky to get a near perfect weather throughout!

23/08/2023

Winter is a peak season for travel. Always better to plan your winter holiday well in advance to avoid last minute rush.

Book your winter wildlife camps ASAP to get assured train tickets and cheaper flight fares.

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Mumbai - 77700 17691
Pune - 77700 17692

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Tickell's Blue Flycatcher .shantanu
Leopard
Asiatic Elephant

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22/08/2023

Book your seats ASAP for this weekend.
Exciting treks await!

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19/08/2023

A single image can express more than a hundred sentences...
Happy World Photography Day!

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1. Lions
2. Amboli Bush Frog
3. Wolf
4. Owls .thavare
5. Tibetan Snowfinch .nidambur
6. Himalayan Monal

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16/08/2023

Booking safaris in the right zones can increase the chances of sightings.

Deciding early gives us chance to book safaris in the best zones.

Book now for a better wildlife experience!

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Mumbai - 77700 17691
Pune - 77700 17692

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Bee-eater .shantanu
Tigers
Forest owlet .shantanu
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15/08/2023

New week! New weekend outings!

Seats filling fast.

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77700 17692 for bookings

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14/08/2023

Our 3rd batch of the season to Andharban concluded on this Saturday. The group completed the trek in record time. Less crowds on the trek and absolute zero traffic in Tamhini made this trek even more enjoyable.

Successfully led by and

We have announced one more batch on coming saturday i.e. 19th Aug.

For bookings call/whatsapp
77700 17692

12/08/2023

Mid Earth conducted a session on Butterflies for the eco-club of Vikhe Patil Memorial School, Lohegaon.

We assisted in preparing a pilot project of a butterfly garden in the school and introduced the young minds to the world of butterflies.

An internal student committee was appointed to document butterflies in the school premises this year.

The overall response was overwhelming and the children thoroughly enjoyed the session.

Thanks to our team member for conducting the session.

12/08/2023

India's elephants are facing numerous challenges, such as, habitat loss, poaching, human-elephant conflicts, etc.
Every year reminds us to , to and to this beautiful mammal from going extinct. It is a matter of pride for us that we are home to almost 60% of the and every year their numbers are rising as is the number of elephant reserves. Elephants have been revered in Indian cultures, customs and traditions for centuries till date.
Let us pledge to protect this colossal beast from going extinct.

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10/08/2023

Every species on the is important to the health of an ecosystem. Removing one could weaken a habitat but if a headstone species is removed then an entire ecosystem could collapse. Lions are the second largest cats in the world, weighing about 300-550 pounds. has sparked the popular imagination for centuries, inspiring awe through their speed and power.
Therefore, to bring awareness to the declining population of lions, every year is celebrated.

09/08/2023

Spotting wildlife in misty forests is an experience that can be hardly penned down in words.

Plan your winter vacations in our majestic forests and get a wholesome wildlife experience.

Book now to avail early bird discounts!

Call/whatsapp
Mumbai - 77700 17691
Pune - 77700 17692

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08/08/2023

Spend your long weekend in Sahyadris with us!

Seats filling fast!

For bookings call/whatsapp -
Mumbai - 77700 17691
Pune - 77700 17692

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07/08/2023

Amboli, also known as Cherrapunji of Western ghats is a famous hill station.
The depths of this hill station are home to some unique flora and fauna.
Unique geographical location and weather has made this place a haven for various species of h**ps (snakes & frogs) .

The h**ps found in this region are endemic to Western Ghats and some of them are endemic only to Amboli.

Our h**p trail will focus on spotting unique species such as Malabar Gliding Frog, Malapar Pit Viper, various types of crabs, etc.

For bookings call/whatsapp -
77700 17692

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29/07/2023

On the occasion of 'International Tiger Day' and 50 years of the 'Project Tiger' let's pledge:

1. To do our part to spread awareness against poaching of this majestic national animal that is our pride
2. To help preserve the ecosystem needed to help tigers thrive by choosing forest friendly products whenever and wherever possible
3.To extend our support to the conservation efforts of those working to preserve our national pride for future generations.

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24/07/2023

Jungle treks are the highlight of every monsoon season. Crossing streams, walking on pathways covered with dense vegetation and of course rains are somethings that cannot be experienced in other seasons.
This weekend our team lead by and Anurag Chandorkar hosted an outing to - One of our favorite routes.

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Photos - 1, 7, 10 ._.vibes
Photos - 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 9

16/07/2023

Let's celebrate the day of the slithering beauties...

06/07/2023

Come and explore the biodiversity on our beloved hill with us.

*Registration link in our bio*

Date: 8th July, 2023
Timing: 7:30 - 9:30 am

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Project Tiger has completed 50 glorious years! To celebrate this year's World Tiger Day we decided to educate young minds and make them aware about this majestic mammal and its importance in the nature cycle. Vidyanchal School and Vision English Medium School invited us to deliver the talk for their students. @suyashtlk and @drrahulmarathe along with @rjpm03 conducted informative and interactive sessions for the students. #midearth #midearthwild #MEtalks #worldtigerday #projecttiger #wildlife #tiger #bigcatsofinstagram #nationalpark #forest #nature #naturephotography #naturelovers #conservation #

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Mid Earth is the brainchild of a trio which comprises of a trekker, a wildlife photographer and an administrator. Their love for travelling, respect for Mother Nature as well as history along with a passion to educate young and old about India's hidden treasures is the core idea behind Mid Earth.