Birding & Tour in Bhutan

Bhutan is a small independent kingdom in the Himalayas lying between Tibet and India with a recorded avifauna of over 616 species. Only recently has it begun to open up to visitors. Over 72% of the land is still forested and 26% of the land is protected as National Parks. It is an ideal place to see a wide variety of birds that are impossible or difficult to see anywhere else. Unlike the other Himalayan countries which suffer from much deforestation and environmental degradation, Bhutan 's richly diverse and beautiful forests are some of the best remaining forest habitats in the Himalayas. So much so that the country is claimed to be the major part of the high bio-diversity conservation hotspot known as Eastern Himalayan hotspots.

Apart from the birding, this tour will give you a feast of imposing architecture, breathtaking views, friendly people and natural spring beauty of this stunning mountain kingdom. The trip will enable you to see most of the 616 species recorded in Bhutan so far as the tour takes you right through the leading endemic bird areas of Bhutan. By the end of the trip you will come to understand how the Bhutanese people have harmonized with culture and the natural environment over the centuries. This itinerary of birding from west to east Bhutan can be done from spring, early summer and autumn.

Day 01 : Arrive Paro from Delhi or Bangkok or Kathmandu , Drive to Thimphu , Overnight hotel

Day 02 : Around Thimphu, Night near Punakha in Meri Puensum Resort

Day 03 : Spending around Punakha – sightseeing and Birding

Day 04 : Spending around Punakha – sightseeing and Birding

Day 05 : Continuing east, past Wangdue Dzong, stay guesthouse next to Gangtey Gompa

Day 06 : Leaving Gangtey, Night in Trongsa, Sherublig Lodge

Day 07 : Head south, Night at Jakar, Sidharta Resort.

Day 08 : Continuing our circuit east accommodation in traditional house.

Day 09 : Exploring the fabulous, lush primary forests –birding

Day 10 : Exploring the fabulous, lush primary forests –birding

Day 11 : We retrace our way back to Bumthang across the Thrumsingla pass, Night at Jakar.

Day 12 : Full day in Bumthang, Night in Jakar

Day 13 : Early drive to Thimphu

Day 14 : Morning, shopping, and afternoon drive to Paro, Night at Paro

Day 15 : Morning flight to Kathmandu or Delhi or Bangkok , tour end.

Highlights of the Tour

Exploring Gangtey gompa, Taktsang, Nyingmapa monastery, beautiful Ura village, Swiss farm, and Bumthang valley, 18-century Chendebji chorten etc.

Note

All the conditions stated in the itinerary are for the visitors who prefer full package programme. At the same time, we also serve you based on your choice. The selection of itineraries and the staff depends on your choice and financial procurement. We have options for any partial visit as per your requirement.