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BHUTAN

BHUTAN HOT SPOT BIRDING

Discover the extraordinary birdlife and pristine landscapes of Bhutan on this 13-day birding expedition through the Eastern Himalayas. Journey from alpine mountain passes and temperate forests to lush river valleys and subtropical habitats, exploring some of the country’s finest birding destinations. Guided by expert naturalists, search for rare Himalayan pheasants, colorful forest birds, hornbills, laughingthrushes, and other sought-after species while enjoying breathtaking scenery and Bhutan’s rich natural heritage. Along the way, encounter unique wildlife, including the endangered Golden Langur and the elusive Red Panda, making this an unforgettable experience for birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts.

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BHUTAN

Explore Bhutan's premier birding destinations across alpine forests, mountain passes, and river valleys.

Blood Pheasant

Search for iconic Himalayan pheasants, including the Himalayan Monal, Blood Pheasant, Satyr Tragopan.

Red Panda

Visit the Royal Botanical Park, one of Bhutan's richest biodiversity hotspots, with a chance to spot the elusive Red Panda.

Himalayan bird species

Explore the pristine forests of Sengor, Yongkala, and Tingtibee, renowned for rare Himalayan bird species.

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Search for sought-after species including Ward's Trogon, Beautiful Nuthatch, Rufous-necked Hornbill, Great Hornbill.

Manas National Park

Discover the wildlife-rich Mangde Chhu Valley and the forests leading to Manas National Park.

BHUTAN HOT SPOT BIRDING

Embark on a 16-day birding adventure through Assam and Arunachal Pradesh, exploring some of India's finest birding destinations. Search for rare Himalayan and endemic bird species across lush forests, wetlands, grasslands, and mountain landscapes in one of the world's richest biodiversity hotspots.

Day1: Arrival at Paro-Chelela pass-Thimphu
Arrive in Paro and begin your Bhutan birding adventure with an excursion to the spectacular Chelela Pass, Bhutan's highest motorable pass. Search for iconic Himalayan pheasants including the Himalayan Monal, Blood Pheasant, Satyr Tragopan, and Kalij Pheasant, along with a rich variety of alpine birds. Continue to Thimphu with an evening birding session along the river and wetlands before an overnight stay in the capital.
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Day2: Thimphu-Nobding
Journey through the scenic Dochula Pass and the Royal Botanical Park, two of Bhutan's finest birding destinations. Search for rare Himalayan species including the Fire-tailed Myzornis, Ward's Trogon, parrotbills, laughingthrushes, and, with luck, the elusive Red Panda before continuing to the bird-rich forests of Nobding.
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Day 3: Nobding –Bumthang (Chumey)
Travel through Bhutan's spectacular mountain landscapes, exploring the bird-rich forests of Nobding, Pelela Pass, and Yotongla Pass. Search for iconic Himalayan species including the Satyr Tragopan, Himalayan Monal, Himalayan Griffon, Fire-tailed Sunbird, and a remarkable variety of alpine and forest birds before arriving in the scenic Bumthang Valley.
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Day4: Bumthang-Sengor
Travel across the breathtaking landscapes of Thrumshing La to the pristine forests of Sengor, where expert-guided birdwatching offers opportunities to spot rare Himalayan pheasants, alpine specialists, and colorful mountain birds.
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Day5: Sengor-Yongkala
Explore the renowned birding corridor from Sengor to Yongkala, one of Bhutan's richest forest habitats. Search for the elusive Satyr Tragopan, Ward's Trogon, Beautiful Nuthatch, Rufous-necked Hornbill, Fire-tailed Myzornis, and an exceptional diversity of Himalayan forest birds.
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Day6: Yongkala-Trongsa
Retrace your journey through the spectacular Thrumshing La and Yotongla Passes, enjoying another opportunity to spot Blood Pheasants, Fire-tailed Sunbirds, Snow Pigeons, and other Himalayan specialties. Continue through the scenic Bumthang Valley before arriving in the historic town of Trongsa.
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Day7: Trongsa-Tingtibee(The valley of Golden langur)
Journey through the scenic Mangde Chhu Valley to Tingtibee, one of Bhutan's richest birding regions. Search for rare species including the Rufous-necked Hornbill, Great Hornbill, Red-headed Trogon, Beautiful Nuthatch, and the critically endangered White-bellied Heron, while enjoying opportunities to spot the endangered Golden Langur and other Himalayan wildlife.
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Day 8,9 & 10: Tingtibee-Tingtibee
Spend three days exploring the diverse forests and river valleys of Tingtibee and the Zhemgang region, one of Bhutan's richest birding destinations. Search for the Beautiful Nuthatch, Rufous-necked and Great Hornbills, Golden Langur, colorful laughingthrushes, parrotbills, and a remarkable variety of subtropical bird species.
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Day 11: Tingtibee – Punakha
Journey through Bhutan's scenic valleys to Punakha, enjoying birdwatching opportunities for Himalayan specialties along the way. Explore the magnificent Punakha Dzong, walk across the iconic Punakha Suspension Bridge, visit the revered Chimi Lhakhang, and, if time permits, hike to the stunning Khamsum Yulley Namgyal Chorten.
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Day 12: Punakha- Paro
On the way back explore again Royal Botanical Park and Dochula pass for miss species. Evening look for ibisbill, Brown Dipper, Black-tailed Crake along Paro-River. Overnight in hotel at Paro
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Day 13: Departure
After breakfast, transfer to airport for departure. The team from wild walk tours will bid you farewell and safe journeys until we meet again.
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Robin is an experienced naturalist and wildlife photography guide with over 10 years of professional field experience leading birding, wildlife, and photography tours across India and neighboring countries. Born and raised near the world-renowned Keoladeo National Park, Robin developed a deep passion for birds and wildlife from an early age, inspired by the extraordinary biodiversity of the region.

Robin | Naturalist & Wildlife Guide

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