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HIMALAYA

Eastern himalaya birding Expedition

Embark on an extraordinary birding expedition through the Eastern Himalayas, exploring the biodiversity hotspots of Assam and Arunachal Pradesh. From the rainforests of Dehing Patkai and the wetlands of Maguri Beel to the remote Mishmi Hills and the world-famous Eaglenest Wildlife Sanctuary, this journey offers exceptional opportunities to discover rare, endemic, and highly sought-after Himalayan bird species amid spectacular mountain landscapes.

Trip Highlights

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Explore Northeast India's
most celebrated
birding destinations

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Birdwatch in the legendary Eaglenest Wildlife Sanctuary, home to over 650 bird species

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Visit Nameri National Park, Maguri Beel, Mishmi Hills, Dibang Valley, and Dehing Patkai Rainforest

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Spot iconic species including Ward's Trogon, Beautiful Nuthatch, Rufous-necked Hornbill, and Himalayan Monal

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Bird in diverse habitats ranging from tropical rainforests and wetlands to alpine meadows and high Himalayan passes

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Explore Sela Pass and Sangti Valley, renowned for Black-necked Crane and high-altitude specialties

Eastern Himalaya Birding Expedition

Explore the breathtaking Eastern Himalayas on a birding adventure through Assam and Arunachal Pradesh. Discover world-class birding destinations, search for rare Himalayan and endemic species, and experience the region's extraordinary biodiversity across rainforests, wetlands, valleys, and mountain landscapes.

Day 01: Arrival in Delhi
Arrive New Delhi. No planned birding; likely common urban birds such as House Crow, Rock Pigeon, Spotted Dove, Common Myna, and jungle animals like Rhesus Macaque in parks.
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Day 02: Delhi – Dibrugarh – Tinsukia
Fly to Dibrugarh and drive to Tinsukia. Afternoon/evening birding around Tinsukia may turn up Indian peafowl, Oriental Magpie-Robin, Jungle Myna, Red-vented Bulbul, and sometimes migratory river birds on the Dibru-Saikhowa wetlands (e.g. ducks like Garganey). Mammals in the tea-garden and village areas include Small Indian Civet and Indian Muntjac (barking deer).
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Day 03: Tinsukia – Dihing Patkai
Explore the lush rainforests of Dehing Patkai, one of Northeast India's richest biodiversity hotspots. Search for iconic species including the White-winged Wood Duck, Great Hornbill, Wreathed Hornbill, Red-headed Trogon, Oriental Dwarf Kingfisher, and Silver-breasted Broadbill. The forest is also home to remarkable wildlife such as the Western Hoolock Gibbon, Asian Elephant, Clouded Leopard, Bengal Slow Loris, and other rare rainforest mammals.
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Day 04: Tinsukia – Roing
Travel through foothill forests and riverine scrub. Possible sightings en route include Greater Coucal, Indian Roller, Common Kingfisher by rivers, and forest raptors (Crested Serpent-Eagle). In evening at Roing village, expect Painted Spurfowl or Hill Partridge near wooded areas, and small mammals like Indian porcupine or civets.
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Day 05: Roing – Grassland birding
Habitat: Seasonal wet grasslands along the Dibang River. Key Birds: Grassland and wetland specialists: Black-breasted Parrotbill (in tall river-reed beds), Greater and Lesser Racket-tailed Drongo in wooded margins, and common grassland species like Red Avadavat, Common Babbler, Jungle Prinia and Asian Openbill (if flooded). Waders (Indian Pond Heron, Red-wattled Lapwing) by river. Possible sighting of the vulnerable Bengal Florican or Asian Wild Water Buffalo if in large grassland meadows (though rare here). Mammals: Asian elephant and Wild water buffalo sometimes forage in riverside grasses. Barking deer (Indian Muntjac), Sambar, and Hog Badger occur in nearby forests. Notoriously, four-horned antelope (Tetracerus quadricornis) is absent; gaur may venture from adjacent forests.
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Day 06–08: Roing – Mayodia Pass excursions
Habitat: Montane forest and alpine scrub along the Roing–Mayodia road (400–2600m). Explore the spectacular forests and mountain habitats of Mayodia Pass and Mehao Wildlife Sanctuary, home to an exceptional variety of Himalayan birdlife. Highlights include Rufous-necked Hornbill, Wreathed Hornbill, Temminck’s Tragopan, Himalayan Monal, White-naped Yuhina, White-browed Shortwing, Mrs. Gould’s Flycatcher, Scarlet Finch, and Yellow-billed Blue Magpie. The region also offers opportunities to spot Red Panda, Mishmi Takin, Himalayan Serow, Musk Deer, and other rare Himalayan wildlife amidst breathtaking mountain landscapes.
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Day 09: Roing – Jorhat
Travel west through Assam forests. En route, watch for Oriental Honey Buzzard, Crested Serpent Eagle, and forest birds like Great Barbet. Small mammals such as Flying Squirrel and macaques may be seen at rest stops
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Day 10: Gibbon Sanctuary (Hollongapar)
Habitat: Semi-evergreen forest remnant (Hoollongapar Gibbon Sanctuary). Key Birds: Typical lowland forest species: Great Hornbill, Oriental Pied Hornbill, Collared Falconet, and Brown Fish Owl or Oriental Bay Owl at dusk. In forest interior: Kalij Pheasant, Red Junglefowl, Barred Cuckoo-Dove, Greater Necklaced Laughingthrush, and the rare White-browed Piculet. Kingfishers (Stork-billed, Common, White-throated), Bee-eaters (Blue-bearded), Barbets (Great, Blue-throated, Golden-throated, Coppersmith), barbets and woodpeckers (Rufous Woodpecker, Lesser Yellownape) are common. Also watch for muntjac and jungle fowl in clearings. Key Mammals: Home to India’s only ape, the Western Hoolock Gibbon, plus Stump-tailed and Pig-tailed macaques, Rhesus macaque, Capped langur and nocturnal Bengal Slow Loris. Large mammals include Asian elephant (in corridors), Tiger and Leopard (rare), Sambar and Hog Deer. Smaller carnivores: Marbled Cat, Leopard Cat, civets, and Indian porcupine.
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Day 11: Jorhat – Kohima
Travel into Nagaland. No scheduled birding, but keep an eye out for migratory flocks or raptors en route.
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Day 12–15: Khonoma (Nagaland)
Khonoma Conservation Area spans subtropical and temperate oak-bamboo forests from 1,100–2,300 m and is a stronghold for Himalayan wildlife. Its birdlife includes Blyth’s Tragopan, Wedge-tailed Wren-Babbler, Great Hornbill, and a rich mix of laughingthrushes, yuhinas, sibias, barbets, woodpeckers, and minivets. Mammals include Clouded Leopard, Leopard, Indian Serow, Hoolock Gibbon, stump-tailed and Assamese macaques, and Bengal Slow Loris.
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Day 16: Khonoma – Dimapur
Drive down to Dimapur. At lower altitudes, one may see Plain-backed Thrush or Oriental Magpie Robin near villages
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Day 17–20: Shillong area
Meghalaya’s subtropical and pine forests (2000–2100m) with grassland patches host Khasi Hills endemics including White-cheeked Hill Partridge, Grey Peacock-Pheasant, Kaleej Pheasant, and Red Junglefowl. Birdlife features hornbills (Wreathed, Great, Oriental Pied), laughingthrushes, fulvettas, barbets, woodpeckers, minivets, and leafbirds. Mammals include Slender and Slow Loris, Assamese and Rhesus Macaques, Indian palm civet, pangolin, Himalayan Black Bear, and occasional barking deer.
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Day 21: Shillong – Bagdogra – Pelling
Fly to Bagdogra and drive to Pelling, Sikkim. En route by foothills: watch for White-rumped Shama, Common Green Magpie (in Bhutan border), and small raptors.
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Day 22–24: Pelling, Sikkim
Pelling, West Sikkim (2000–3000m): Temperate forests host Himalayan Monal, Satyr & Koklass Tragopans, Kalij Pheasant, Red-faced Liocichla, Fire-tailed Myzornis, Himalayan Cutia, and Spotted Elachura. Mixed flocks feature minivets, leafbirds, Chestnut-headed Tesia, and Pygmy Wren-Babbler. Wetlands: White-tailed Nuthatch, Black-tailed Crake, Forest Wagtail. Raptors: Himalayan Griffon, Mountain Hawk-Eagle. Mammals: Red Panda, Himalayan Tahr, Serow, Barking Deer, Himalayan Black Bear, civets, squirrels; occasional Clouded Leopard at lower elevations.
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Day 25–26: Pelling – Bagdogra – Delhi – Departure
Depart Sikkim. En route Bagdogra plains, watch for Barn Owl around sugarcane fields and Lesser Whistling Ducks in rice paddies (Breeding season). In Delhi (overnight) again common city birds. Sources: Regional bird and mammal checklists for Assam, Arunachal, Nagaland, Meghalaya and Sikkim.
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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.

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