Songaon village in Ratnagiri district has popped up on the map for its new wildlife attraction that promises to offer a memorable safari experience for nature enthusiasts. The Crocodile Safari organised by the Mangrove and Marine Biodiversity Conservation Foundation of the State Forest Department has initiated this adventure to generate employment and attract tourism to this bio-rich region. This boat ride down the Vashishti River includes sighting the marsh crocodiles and spotting over 20 species of birds like the Asian openbill, Painted stork, Little cormorant and more among the famous mangrove plantations of this green haven.

A marsh crocodile in the river