Overview
Set out on an unforgettable 15-day birdwatching adventure across nine diverse districts in Bhutan, home to some of the world's rarest birds. Explore pristine forests ranging from 150m to 3,890m in elevation, offering stunning landscapes, rich biodiversity, and incredible wildlife encounters. Spot iconic species like the Great and Rufous-Necked Hornbills, Ward’s Trogon, Himalayan Monal, Blood Pheasant, Satyr Tragopan, Ibisbill, and Yellow-rumped Honeyguide—endemic to the Eastern Himalayas. With the chance to see 250-270 bird species and 10-15 mammals, each day brings new discoveries. Along the way, visit ancient temples and fortresses, adding a cultural touch to your journey. Write to us for a more customized and a detailed itinerary.
Tour Plan
Day 1: Arrival in Paro
- Meet our representative upon arrival in Paro.
- Transfer to Thimphu and enjoy a scenic drive.
- Overnight Thimphu
Day 2: Paro – Chelila Pass – Thimphu
- Early morning drive to Chelila Pass (3,890m) for alpine birdwatching.
- Return to Paro for lunch, then drive to Thimphu.
- Evening birding near Thimphu’s sewarage pond.
- Overnight: Thimphu
Day 3: Thimphu – Punakha
- Drive to Punakha via Dochula Pass (3,150m).
- Stop at Lamperi Botanical Garden for birdwatching.
- Continue to Punakha with a lunch stop en route.
- Visit the iconic Punakha Dzong in the afternoon.
- Overnight: Punakha
Day 4: Punakha – Tsirang
- Drive south through some of Bhutan’s least explored forests.
- Evening birdwatching in Tsirang and Darachu.
- Overnight: Tsirang
Day 5: Tsirang – Gelephu
- Morning birding in Tsirang and Darachu forests.
- Descend to Gelephu, home to lowland bird species.
- Overnight: Gelephu
Day 6: Gelephu
- Morning birdwatching at the sewage pond and surrounding fields.
- Afternoon exploration of the rich lowland forests north of Gelephu.
- Overnight: Gelephu
Day 7: Gelephu – Tamala – Tingtibi
- Scenic drive towards Tingtibe, with birdwatching stops along the way
- Overnight: Tingtibi
Day 8: Zhemgang – Tingtibe – Gomphu Road
- Explore the Dakphel-Tingtibe road in the morning.
- Afternoon birding along the Gomphu road, leading to Manas National Park
- Overnight: Tingtibe
Day 9: Zhemgang – Trongsa – Bumthang
- Morning birding in Zhemgang’s rich habitats.
- Scenic drive through Trongsa to reach Bumthang.
- Overnight: Bumthang
Day 10: Bumthang – Sengor – Namling – Yongkala
- Drive via Phrumshingla Pass (3,800m) to Sengor.
- Evening birdwatching in Sengor.
- Overnight: Sengor
Days 11: Yongkala – Namling – Limithang Road
- Morning birding in Sengor and Phrumshingla before heading to Yongkala.
- Spend your day birding along Namling and Limithang roads.
- Overnight: Yongkala
Days 1: Namling – Limithang Road
- Spend your second day birding along Namling and Limithang roads again
- Overnight: Yongkala
Day 13: Yongkala – Trongsa
- Retrace the route back to Trongsa, birdwatching en route.
- Overnight: Trongsa
Day 14: Trongsa – Paro
- Six-hour drive back to Paro, stopping for birdwatching along the way.
- Overnight: Paro
Day 15: Departure
Transfer to Paro International Airport for departure.
Included
- Visa Fee
- Sustainable Development Fee (SDF)
- Accommodation in 3 star hotels on twin sharing
- All meals ( breakfast, lunch and dinner )
- Entrance fees for monuments and cultural sites
- Licensed English speaking guides
- Airport transfer and all transportation
- Bottled water during the tour
- All applicable taxes and service charges
Excluded
- International airfare to/from Bhutan
- Travel Insurance
- Personal expenses (laundry, phone calls, shopping, etc.)
- Alcoholic and specialty beverages
- Tips for guides, drivers, and hotel staff
- Additional activities not mentioned in the itinerary
- Additional expenses due to unforeseen events (weather, flight cancellations, etc.)
Good to know
- More than 45 days before the tour: Free cancellation
- Within 30 days:Â 35% of the total cost
- Within 21 days:Â 50% of the total cost
- No-show in Bhutan:Â 100% of the total cost
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