Sewree Flamingo Point - Mumbai

The flamingos date with the mudflats of Sewree started in 90s and since then they have kept the date every year. These flamingos arrive at Kutch in Gujarat in end November and they come over to the Sewree mudflats around February. Sewree mudflats has a lot of Mangroves which acts as a food and shelter option for these lesser flamingos. So when the tide is low and the water recedes exposing the mudflats thousands of flamingos converge on them for feeding which is a site to behold. 

The place is very easily accessible and google maps has a place tagged as Sewree flamingo point itself. I have given a screen shot for reference. 

My camera kit basically has 18-55mm, 50mm prime, 100mm macro lens and my trusted companion 55-250 mm. If I have been to one place where I felt my kit was inadequate, it was this place. The flamingos get into a feeding frenzy quite far away from the viewing point and it was very difficult to get a close up shot. Knowing the subject I was photographing I was also carrying a Fujifilm HS 10 which has a 30x zoom but that didnt give me stable images. So if you are a serious photographer carry a better telephoto lens for better captures. 

Another key point to take into account while visiting this place is the tide. During high tide, the water gets very close to the shores and hence the flamingos normally retreat into the mangroves. During low tide when the water recedes, they come over in droves for feeding in the mud flats. Look up online for the tide timings and ensure you go there during the low tide. Else you will be in for disappointment. 

Apart from the flamingos there are a variety of other birds as well which can be spotted here. Bombay Natural Historic Society ( BNHS ) organises lots of guided tours at reasonable rates. You can look up their website for the details. Also sometimes boats get dismantled here and there are several other boats docked up near the shore which can be pretty to photograph. 

And hmmmm before I forget, its also the place in Mumbai where you can watch a sunrise next to the beach. 

Points to remember

• Do carry water, hat, a good camera, preferably binoculars.
• The place is quite away from the main roads and hence vehicles are sparse. Preferably bring your own vehicle. Walking back is not a great option as the distance is quite high. 

Some photos from the visit.