BIRDING:

With over centuries of early isolation, preservation, traditional customs and beliefs, and with soundful management, Bhutan’s natural environment still remain pristine and sublime, even at this age of rapid globalization.

A particular attention is given to the conservation of natural environment, for which the government has framed a policy to maintain at least 60 percent of the total land under forest cover. As a step forward for this noble cause, the royal government established four national parks, four wildlife sanctuaries and one strict natural reserve. All these protected areas with profuse vegetation house many endangered species with less significant habitat change. Moreover, our sacred task of upholding the invaluable gift of nature and maintaining a balanced ecological system has always been successful as expected.

In fact, our realization has brought our tiny kingdom on the lime light, thus placing Bhutan among one of the top ten hot spots of biological diversity in the world.
 

A PARADISE FOR BIRD LOVERS :

Bhutan’s reputation as a paradise for bird lover reflects the harmonious relationship that we have with our feathered companion.
A tiny kingdom though, Bhutan is home to varieties of bird species. Many bird lovers from around the world have visited Bhutan and without a doubt many more are curious about the marveling uniqueness of this hidden land. Observation and survey has recorded about 675 bird species so far. Some of them rare and endangered, including the black necked crane, white bellied heron and rufous – necked hornbill.

Come and uncover the secrets and mysteries of our green kingdom where a variety of fraternal flying creatures take refuge. While the restless ones come and disappear before your eyes, it gets more adventurous to discover the shiest ones. Ducks, waders, pheasants and pigeons on the other hand never fails to astound a bird lover.

BIRD WATCHING AREAS:

Most of the bird watching areas are located within the National Protected Areas established by the government. While most of the areas are easily accessible, some bird watching can be done from the motor roads as well. However, if your preference is for higher altitude birds, we will make necessary arrangements for trekking.

North, West, and Central Regions:

Birds recorded (Rare & Endangered): White bellied Heron, Black necked Crane, Palla’s fishing eagle, Wood Snipe, Satyr Trangopan, Yellow rumped Honey Guide, Ward’s Trogon, Red headed Parrot bill, Dark rumped Swift.

Southern and Eastern Regions:

Birds Recorded (Rare And Endangered): Rufous necked hornbill, Black necked Crane, Grey bellied Tragopan, Wood Snipe, Purple cochoa, Rufous throated Wren Babbler, Grey Crowned Prinia, Beautiful Nutach, Dark rumped swift, Pale headed Woodpecker.

We have mentioned only some of the prominent birds of these regions. There are several other bird species recorded in these regions. Kindly contact us for further information.

Best Time to Visit:

Birding season depends on the preference of birds, we will recommend as per your preference.

Itinerary: We design itineraries as per your preference for sightseeing.

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