Discover Bhutan Bird Watching Tour for 22 days
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This long 22 days Bhutan bird watching tour is one of the most fun and inspirational bird photography tours that give birders an abundant rich of legendary and beautiful bird species of Bhutan. The tour takes you through all the fascinating and abundant birding sites of Bhutan including – Sengor and Yongkola – which is renown as the best birding sites of Asia. On this tour you will get loads of birds to shoot including some of the endemic and globally threatened bird species like Satyr Tragopan, Wards Tragon, Rufous necked Hornbill, Great Hornbill and Pallas Fish Eagle etc. You will also get an opportunity to spot other migrant and residential species to list – life list, bird list, country list and tour list.
Our professional birding guide will lead this knowledge-based tour. They will lead you through many untouched sites where the birds are in abundance. They will make sure that your birding experience with us will be a lasting and memorable one. Enjoy and have fun shooting birds of Bhutan with us.
Travel Period : Mid March – November
Total Distance : 1,527 KM
Motorcycle Type : Royal Enfield 500cc
Maximum Riding Hour : 6-7 Hour
Level of Difficulty : Moderate – Challenging
Total Riding on Road : 07 Days
Trip Duration : 10 Days
Accommodation : Hotel – [Option] Home Stay
Fitness level : Moderate – Difficult
Maximum riders : 20 – 30
Pillion Rider :
Single supplement :
Day 01: Arrive Guwahati – Samdrup Jongkhar
Once you arrive at Guwahati Domestic Airport, the largest cities in the State of Assam located on the south shore of the Brahmaputra River. Our Tour Guide from Travel Madness will greet you at the airport and transfer you to Bhutan, which is the approximately 3-hours drive. On the way back to Bhutan, we look out for Little Cormorant, Egrets, Indian Pond Heron, Ashy Drongo and Red-wattled Lapwing in roadside of Assam. If possible we will make our effort to find lesser and Great Adjutant, both highly endangered species. Once we reach Indo Bhutan Border, complete the immigration process at the border and enter the town of Samdrup Jongkhar where we spend our overnight stay. If time permit towards in the evening we will do birding around Samdrup Jongkhar looking for the species like Great and Wreathed Hornbill, Asian Fairy Bluebird, Indian Roller, Pin-tailed Green Pigeon and many more. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 02: Samdrup Jongkhar – Dewathang – Morong
After early breakfast, we will head for Morong through the small town of Dewathang. Before we head for Morong we will spend morning time exploring the foothills surroundings of Samdrup Jongkhar valley. A broad-leaved tree patches and small stand of Bamboo around the Samdrup Jongkhar hosts a number of lowland species like Wreathed, Oriental Pied and Grat Hornbills, Mountain Hawk Eagle, Mountain Imperial Pigeon, Pin-tailed Green Pigeon, Rufescent Prinia, Black-naped Monarch, Scarlet Minivet, Black-crested, Ashy and Black Bulbuls, Golden-fronted Leafbird, White-rumped Shama, Sultan Tit, Asian Fairy-bluebird and Long-tailed Broadbill. We will also look for the Black-backed Forktail along the rocky streams. If luck strikes we may also encounter rare birds such as Dark-rumped Swift. After enjoying lunch we head further north through the forested foothills towards the Morong. We will spend whole afternoon birding stretch of mossy, mid-altitude broad-leaved forest and our today’s main target is Beautiful Nuthatch. Some other more interesting species we may encounter this afternoon while searching for the highly-sought nuthatch include Black-faced Warbler, Grey-headed Canary-Flycatcher, Striated Laughingthrush, Long-tailed Sibia, Silver-earned Mesia and Rufous-necked Hornbill to name a few. In the evening we return back to Dewathang for an overnight stay. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 03: Dewathang – Bhangtar
Today we drive further to Bhangtar, which is approximately 3 hours drive from Dewathang. On the way, we will stop to look for a species of Barbet, Hornbills, Laughingthrush, Bushwabler, Wablers, Yuhina and other many species. Dinner and overnight stay at local farmhouse / Tent.
Day 04: Bhangtar – Dewathang
Today we will spend half days looking for birds around Bhangtar areas. After lunch drive to Dewathang for an overnight stay. While on the way back, if we encounter some interesting birds we will stop. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 05: Dewathang – Khaling – Trashigang
Today we will leave for Trashigang crossing Narphung and Morong. We will stop at Morong for a Beautiful Nuthatch, Rufous-necked Hornbill, Silver-earned Mesia and many more. After our much stoppage we will continue our journey toward Trashigang, the main hub of eastern Bhutan, passing through lofty forests and rhododendron-filled valleys with several birding stop along the way in areas of lush forest. We will try to spot some of the species that we will be on the lookout for Ward’s Trogon, Golden-naped Finch, Rufous-breasted Accentor, Blue-winged and White-throated Laughing Thrushes. We will stop at Khaling where we have National Handloom Centre Development Project supported by the National Women Association of Bhutan to train the young girls from different parts of the country. Here you will see the woven Kira, table runners, and scarves. Check into hotel. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 06: Trashigang – Korila Pass – Yongkala
Drive to Yongkala, on the way we will stop at Korila Pass. We will explore the forests of Steak-breasted Scimitar-Babbler, Grey-winged Blackbird, Hoary-throated Barwing, Long-tailed and Short-billed Minivets, Bhutan Laughingthrush, Chestnut-bellied Nuthatch, Brownish-flanked Bush-Warbler and Spotted Wren-Babbler. After lunch, we will reach Bhutan’s most wet subtropical forest and one of the finest birding areas in the Himalayas at Yongkala campsite. Here will be spending our two days searching for shortwings, Black-headed Shrike-Babbler, Ward’s Trogon, Slender-billed Scimitar-Babbler, Yellow-rumped Honeyguide, Barbets, Hair-crested and Brooze Drongo, Little Pied, Ultramarine, White-gorgeted Flycatchers and many more. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 07 & 08: Yongkala – Namling – Limithang
We have two full days birding the upper and lower along the Limithang roadside. The Yongkala-Limithang road has been touted as one of the best birding sites in Asia road as it allows the birder an opportunity to access the wide varieties of Habitats from the pristine broad-leaved to coniferous that spans across a vast altitudinal range and the Thrumshing La National Park is protected areas. Some of the species we are going to look out here today include flocks of White-breasted and Black-throated Parrotbills, Golden-breasted, Yellow-throated, Rufous-winged and Nepal Fulvettas; very shy Rufous-throted, Long-billed, Pygmy and Sikkim Wedge-billed Wren Babbler, Slaty-bellied Tesia, Red-headed Trogon, Rusty-throated Barwing, Great and Golden-throated Barbet, Blue-winged, Grey-sided, Rufous-necked, Black-faced, Blue-winged and Grey-sided Laughingthrushes, Grey-hooded, Ashy-throated, Yellow-vented and Chestnut-crowned Warblers. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 09: Yongkala – Namling – Sengor
Right after having early breakfast at our campsite, we will move toward uphill in search of high altitude species such as Blood Pheasant and Satyr Tragopan, the bird that draws many birders to Bhutan. On the way to Sengor, we will look for the species like Streaked-breasted and Slender-billed Scimitar Babbler, Ward’s Trogon, Black-headed, and Black-eared Shrike Babbler, Yellow-rumped Honeyguide, one of the only two species of honeyguide occur in Asia. Towards in the evening spend time birding around Sengor searching for Satyr Tragopan, the bird that draws many birders to the Himalayas. Some other additional species we might encounter here are Red-headed Bullfinch, Bar-throated Minla, Hoary-throated Barwing Stripe-throated and Rufous-vented Yuhinas, Bar-winged and Scaly-breasted Wren Babbler, Scaly and Chestnut-crowned Laughingthrushes, and white-collared Blackbird. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 10: Sengor – Thrumshingla – Bumthang
After breakfast, we climb up until we reach the pass called Thrumshing La at 3800M. Thrumshing La area is the prime habitat for Blood Pheasant and also holds other high altitude species such as Snow Pigeon, Orange-flanked Bush-Robin, Spotted Nutcracker, Red-billed Chough, Fire-tailed Sunbird, Great Parrotbill, Stripe-throated Yuhina, Grey-crested and Coal Tits and white-browned Fulvetta. If we are lucky enough then we might encounter with one of the most colorful pheasants, the Himalayan Monal. We continue our drive to Bumthang, the one of the most sacred Buddhist lands in Bhutan. Today’s drive going to be most scenic drive through the beautiful valley of Ura valley. If weather permits, on a clear day we will be able to witness Bhutan’s highest peak, Mt. Gangkar Phuensum at 7550 and it is the highest unclimbed mountain in the world. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 11: Bumthang – Trongsa
We will leave for a place called Trongsa crossing Chumey valley among four main valleys of Bumthang region, this majestic valley is famous for its distinctive woolen weaves, known as Yathra. Once we reached the village of Zugney you will come across to witness the fine samples of yathra hanging along the roadside. Along the Yotongla Pass (3500m) areas we will search for Brown Parrotbill, Himalayan Beautiful Rosefinch, White-browned and Golden Bush Robins, Slender-billed Scimitar Babbler, Spotted and Black-faced Laughingthrushes, Alpine Accentor, White-winged Grosbeak, Grey-sided Bush warbler. Rest of our time we will spend exploring the nearby broad-leaved evergreen forest in search of species like Spotted Forktail, Grey-bellied Tesia and Spotted Wren-Babbler. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 12: Trongsa – Tingtibi
After breakfast, we will descend down to Tingtibi valley crossing the settlement of Langthel and Dangdung village. After crossing Dangdung we will climb up until we reach Khosela Pass and our drive will be along the Mangde Chu riverside. Today we have chances of encountering a Rusty-cheeked Scimitar-Babbler, White-browned Scimitar- Babbler, Streak-breasted Scimitar-Babbler, Grey-bellied Tesia, Crested Bunting, Long-tailed Shrike, Prinias, Rufous Woodpecker, Blue-beared Bee-eater, Spot-winged Starling, Common Green Magpie, Rufous-bellied Eagle, Mountain Hawk Eagle, Common Kestrel, Blue-bearded Bee-Eater and various minivets. Tingtibi also popular for Golden Langur, a rare monkey endemic to Bhutan and only discovered in the late 1950s. In the evening we will enjoy our birding along Zhemgang-Dakphel roadside searching for the species like Cutia, Blyth’s Shrike Babbler, Sultan Tit and many more. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 13: Tingtibi – Gomphu Road
In the morning we will explore around Zhemgang-Tingtibi road. Here will be targeting for low elevation birds like Great and Rufous-necked Hornbill, Green Pigeons, Cutia, White-browned Shrike Babblers, Minlas, White-tailed Nuthatch, Chestnut-bellied Nuthatch and the Laughingthrush such as Red-faced Liocichla, Rufous-chinned, Blue-winged and Grey-sided Laughingthrush, Ashy and Bronze Drongo, Grey-headed Canary, Pale Blue Fly-catcher, Blyth’s Shrike Babbler. Our targeted bird here is Beautiful Nuthatch. Later in the afternoon, drive further to Gomphu road that connects Royal Manas National Park. Along the Gomphu road we will be looking for the species like White-hooded Babbler, Great and Lesser Yellownape, Crimson-breasted, Grey-capped and Pale-headed woodpecker, Chesnut-winged Cuckoo, White-browned Scimitar Babbler. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 14: Tingtibi – Panbang – Tingtibi (Day Excursion)
Today we will do a day excursion drive to Panbang crossing Phangkhar village. Today we will spend our whole time looking for low elevation species like Great and Rufous-necked Hornbill, Green Pigeons, Cutia, White-browned Shrike Babblers, Minlas, White-tailed Nuthatch, Chestnut-bellied Nuthatch and Laughingthrushs species such as Red-faced Liocichla, Rufous-chinned, Blue-winged and Grey-sided Laughingthrush, Ashy and Bronze Drongo, Grey-headed Canary, Pale Blue Fly-catcher, Blyth’s Shrike Babbler. We will also be looking for a species like White-hooded Babbler, Great and Lesser Yellownape, Crimson-breasted, Grey-capped, and Pale-headed woodpecker, Chesnut-winged Cuckoo, White-browned Scimitar Babbler. Towards in the evening, we drive back to Tingtibi for an overnight stay. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 15: Tingtibi – Tsirang
Today we start early for Tsirang via Gelephu town. Along the Sarpang road, we will look for a low elevation species. Try to do birding along the Gelephu-Tsirang highway. Stop at Darichu areas to watch for low elevation birds. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 16: Tsirang – Punakha
Today we drive to Punakha valley following the Tsirang-Punakha highway through Punatshangchu River. We will stop for a hunt of White-bellied heron along the Punasthangchu River but subject to availability. Dinner and overnight stay at Punakha.
Day 17: Punakha – Tashithang – Punakha (Day Excursion)
Wake up early in the morning and drive to explore Tashithang area for Tesia, Spotted Eluchura, Maroon Oriole and species of woodpecker. After lunch, we will continue exploring Pho Chhu side for the hunt of White-bellied Heron. Dinner and overnight stay at Punakha.
Day 18: Punakha – Dochu La Pass – Thimphu
We will start early for Thimphu, the capital city of Bhutan. Our road drive will be uphill until we reach to Dochu La Pass, which is beautifully decorated with 108 stupas built in 2004 to celebrate the stability and progress that His Majesty has brought to the nation. This small hill is surrounded by 108 religious monuments in the middle of the pass dedicating Bhutan’s spiritual and artistic traditions. Before reaching to Dochu La Pass, we will stop at Lamperi Botanical garden and explore around for a species like Rufous-bellied and Darjeeling Woodpecker, Brown Parrotbill, Streak-breasted Scimitar Babbler, Yellow-billed Blue Magpie, Spotted Nutcracker, White Collared Blackbird, Grey-winged Blackbird. After birding around Lamperi areas enjoy continuing road journey to Thimphu. In the evening if time permits, spend sometimes-exploring Thimphu town. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 19: Thimphu – Paro (Tiger’s Nest)
Today we will start early morning drive to Paro for a challenging hike to Tiger’s Nest, which take about 2-3-hour hike uphill and 1-hour downhill. If you are not tired in the afternoon then we will spend our time visiting Ta Dzong (Museum), Paro Rinpung Dzong(fortress) and Kichu Temple. Later in the evening stroll around Paro town or do your last day shopping in Bhutan. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 20: Departure / Exit
Our guide and driver will transfer you to the airport for your onward flight to back home. Your beautiful Bhutan Bird Watching Tour ends here.
Once you arrive at Guwahati Domestic Airport, the largest cities in the State of Assam located on the south shore of the Brahmaputra River. Our Tour Guide from Travel Madness will greet you at the airport and transfer you to Bhutan, which is the approximately 3-hours drive. On the way back to Bhutan, we look out for Little Cormorant, Egrets, Indian Pond Heron, Ashy Drongo and Red-wattled Lapwing in roadside of Assam. If possible we will make our effort to find lesser and Great Adjutant, both highly endangered species. Once we reach Indo Bhutan Border, complete the immigration process at the border and enter the town of Samdrup Jongkhar where we spend our overnight stay. If time permit towards in the evening we will do birding around Samdrup Jongkhar looking for the species like Great and Wreathed Hornbill, Asian Fairy Bluebird, Indian Roller, Pin-tailed Green Pigeon and many more. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 02: Samdrup Jongkhar – Dewathang – Morong
After early breakfast, we will head for Morong through the small town of Dewathang. Before we head for Morong we will spend morning time exploring the foothills surroundings of Samdrup Jongkhar valley. A broad-leaved tree patches and small stand of Bamboo around the Samdrup Jongkhar hosts a number of lowland species like Wreathed, Oriental Pied and Grat Hornbills, Mountain Hawk Eagle, Mountain Imperial Pigeon, Pin-tailed Green Pigeon, Rufescent Prinia, Black-naped Monarch, Scarlet Minivet, Black-crested, Ashy and Black Bulbuls, Golden-fronted Leafbird, White-rumped Shama, Sultan Tit, Asian Fairy-bluebird and Long-tailed Broadbill. We will also look for the Black-backed Forktail along the rocky streams. If luck strikes we may also encounter rare birds such as Dark-rumped Swift. After enjoying lunch we head further north through the forested foothills towards the Morong. We will spend whole afternoon birding stretch of mossy, mid-altitude broad-leaved forest and our today’s main target is Beautiful Nuthatch. Some other more interesting species we may encounter this afternoon while searching for the highly-sought nuthatch include Black-faced Warbler, Grey-headed Canary-Flycatcher, Striated Laughingthrush, Long-tailed Sibia, Silver-earned Mesia and Rufous-necked Hornbill to name a few. In the evening we return back to Dewathang for an overnight stay. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 03: Dewathang – Bhangtar
Today we drive further to Bhangtar, which is approximately 3 hours drive from Dewathang. On the way, we will stop to look for a species of Barbet, Hornbills, Laughingthrush, Bushwabler, Wablers, Yuhina and other many species. Dinner and overnight stay at local farmhouse / Tent.
Day 04: Bhangtar – Dewathang
Today we will spend half days looking for birds around Bhangtar areas. After lunch drive to Dewathang for an overnight stay. While on the way back, if we encounter some interesting birds we will stop. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 05: Dewathang – Khaling – Trashigang
Today we will leave for Trashigang crossing Narphung and Morong. We will stop at Morong for a Beautiful Nuthatch, Rufous-necked Hornbill, Silver-earned Mesia and many more. After our much stoppage we will continue our journey toward Trashigang, the main hub of eastern Bhutan, passing through lofty forests and rhododendron-filled valleys with several birding stop along the way in areas of lush forest. We will try to spot some of the species that we will be on the lookout for Ward’s Trogon, Golden-naped Finch, Rufous-breasted Accentor, Blue-winged and White-throated Laughing Thrushes. We will stop at Khaling where we have National Handloom Centre Development Project supported by the National Women Association of Bhutan to train the young girls from different parts of the country. Here you will see the woven Kira, table runners, and scarves. Check into hotel. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 06: Trashigang – Korila Pass – Yongkala
Drive to Yongkala, on the way we will stop at Korila Pass. We will explore the forests of Steak-breasted Scimitar-Babbler, Grey-winged Blackbird, Hoary-throated Barwing, Long-tailed and Short-billed Minivets, Bhutan Laughingthrush, Chestnut-bellied Nuthatch, Brownish-flanked Bush-Warbler and Spotted Wren-Babbler. After lunch, we will reach Bhutan’s most wet subtropical forest and one of the finest birding areas in the Himalayas at Yongkala campsite. Here will be spending our two days searching for shortwings, Black-headed Shrike-Babbler, Ward’s Trogon, Slender-billed Scimitar-Babbler, Yellow-rumped Honeyguide, Barbets, Hair-crested and Brooze Drongo, Little Pied, Ultramarine, White-gorgeted Flycatchers and many more. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 07 & 08: Yongkala – Namling – Limithang
We have two full days birding the upper and lower along the Limithang roadside. The Yongkala-Limithang road has been touted as one of the best birding sites in Asia road as it allows the birder an opportunity to access the wide varieties of Habitats from the pristine broad-leaved to coniferous that spans across a vast altitudinal range and the Thrumshing La National Park is protected areas. Some of the species we are going to look out here today include flocks of White-breasted and Black-throated Parrotbills, Golden-breasted, Yellow-throated, Rufous-winged and Nepal Fulvettas; very shy Rufous-throted, Long-billed, Pygmy and Sikkim Wedge-billed Wren Babbler, Slaty-bellied Tesia, Red-headed Trogon, Rusty-throated Barwing, Great and Golden-throated Barbet, Blue-winged, Grey-sided, Rufous-necked, Black-faced, Blue-winged and Grey-sided Laughingthrushes, Grey-hooded, Ashy-throated, Yellow-vented and Chestnut-crowned Warblers. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 09: Yongkala – Namling – Sengor
Right after having early breakfast at our campsite, we will move toward uphill in search of high altitude species such as Blood Pheasant and Satyr Tragopan, the bird that draws many birders to Bhutan. On the way to Sengor, we will look for the species like Streaked-breasted and Slender-billed Scimitar Babbler, Ward’s Trogon, Black-headed, and Black-eared Shrike Babbler, Yellow-rumped Honeyguide, one of the only two species of honeyguide occur in Asia. Towards in the evening spend time birding around Sengor searching for Satyr Tragopan, the bird that draws many birders to the Himalayas. Some other additional species we might encounter here are Red-headed Bullfinch, Bar-throated Minla, Hoary-throated Barwing Stripe-throated and Rufous-vented Yuhinas, Bar-winged and Scaly-breasted Wren Babbler, Scaly and Chestnut-crowned Laughingthrushes, and white-collared Blackbird. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 10: Sengor – Thrumshingla – Bumthang
After breakfast, we climb up until we reach the pass called Thrumshing La at 3800M. Thrumshing La area is the prime habitat for Blood Pheasant and also holds other high altitude species such as Snow Pigeon, Orange-flanked Bush-Robin, Spotted Nutcracker, Red-billed Chough, Fire-tailed Sunbird, Great Parrotbill, Stripe-throated Yuhina, Grey-crested and Coal Tits and white-browned Fulvetta. If we are lucky enough then we might encounter with one of the most colorful pheasants, the Himalayan Monal. We continue our drive to Bumthang, the one of the most sacred Buddhist lands in Bhutan. Today’s drive going to be most scenic drive through the beautiful valley of Ura valley. If weather permits, on a clear day we will be able to witness Bhutan’s highest peak, Mt. Gangkar Phuensum at 7550 and it is the highest unclimbed mountain in the world. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 11: Bumthang – Trongsa
We will leave for a place called Trongsa crossing Chumey valley among four main valleys of Bumthang region, this majestic valley is famous for its distinctive woolen weaves, known as Yathra. Once we reached the village of Zugney you will come across to witness the fine samples of yathra hanging along the roadside. Along the Yotongla Pass (3500m) areas we will search for Brown Parrotbill, Himalayan Beautiful Rosefinch, White-browned and Golden Bush Robins, Slender-billed Scimitar Babbler, Spotted and Black-faced Laughingthrushes, Alpine Accentor, White-winged Grosbeak, Grey-sided Bush warbler. Rest of our time we will spend exploring the nearby broad-leaved evergreen forest in search of species like Spotted Forktail, Grey-bellied Tesia and Spotted Wren-Babbler. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 12: Trongsa – Tingtibi
After breakfast, we will descend down to Tingtibi valley crossing the settlement of Langthel and Dangdung village. After crossing Dangdung we will climb up until we reach Khosela Pass and our drive will be along the Mangde Chu riverside. Today we have chances of encountering a Rusty-cheeked Scimitar-Babbler, White-browned Scimitar- Babbler, Streak-breasted Scimitar-Babbler, Grey-bellied Tesia, Crested Bunting, Long-tailed Shrike, Prinias, Rufous Woodpecker, Blue-beared Bee-eater, Spot-winged Starling, Common Green Magpie, Rufous-bellied Eagle, Mountain Hawk Eagle, Common Kestrel, Blue-bearded Bee-Eater and various minivets. Tingtibi also popular for Golden Langur, a rare monkey endemic to Bhutan and only discovered in the late 1950s. In the evening we will enjoy our birding along Zhemgang-Dakphel roadside searching for the species like Cutia, Blyth’s Shrike Babbler, Sultan Tit and many more. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 13: Tingtibi – Gomphu Road
In the morning we will explore around Zhemgang-Tingtibi road. Here will be targeting for low elevation birds like Great and Rufous-necked Hornbill, Green Pigeons, Cutia, White-browned Shrike Babblers, Minlas, White-tailed Nuthatch, Chestnut-bellied Nuthatch and the Laughingthrush such as Red-faced Liocichla, Rufous-chinned, Blue-winged and Grey-sided Laughingthrush, Ashy and Bronze Drongo, Grey-headed Canary, Pale Blue Fly-catcher, Blyth’s Shrike Babbler. Our targeted bird here is Beautiful Nuthatch. Later in the afternoon, drive further to Gomphu road that connects Royal Manas National Park. Along the Gomphu road we will be looking for the species like White-hooded Babbler, Great and Lesser Yellownape, Crimson-breasted, Grey-capped and Pale-headed woodpecker, Chesnut-winged Cuckoo, White-browned Scimitar Babbler. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 14: Tingtibi – Panbang – Tingtibi (Day Excursion)
Today we will do a day excursion drive to Panbang crossing Phangkhar village. Today we will spend our whole time looking for low elevation species like Great and Rufous-necked Hornbill, Green Pigeons, Cutia, White-browned Shrike Babblers, Minlas, White-tailed Nuthatch, Chestnut-bellied Nuthatch and Laughingthrushs species such as Red-faced Liocichla, Rufous-chinned, Blue-winged and Grey-sided Laughingthrush, Ashy and Bronze Drongo, Grey-headed Canary, Pale Blue Fly-catcher, Blyth’s Shrike Babbler. We will also be looking for a species like White-hooded Babbler, Great and Lesser Yellownape, Crimson-breasted, Grey-capped, and Pale-headed woodpecker, Chesnut-winged Cuckoo, White-browned Scimitar Babbler. Towards in the evening, we drive back to Tingtibi for an overnight stay. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 15: Tingtibi – Tsirang
Today we start early for Tsirang via Gelephu town. Along the Sarpang road, we will look for a low elevation species. Try to do birding along the Gelephu-Tsirang highway. Stop at Darichu areas to watch for low elevation birds. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 16: Tsirang – Punakha
Today we drive to Punakha valley following the Tsirang-Punakha highway through Punatshangchu River. We will stop for a hunt of White-bellied heron along the Punasthangchu River but subject to availability. Dinner and overnight stay at Punakha.
Day 17: Punakha – Tashithang – Punakha (Day Excursion)
Wake up early in the morning and drive to explore Tashithang area for Tesia, Spotted Eluchura, Maroon Oriole and species of woodpecker. After lunch, we will continue exploring Pho Chhu side for the hunt of White-bellied Heron. Dinner and overnight stay at Punakha.
Day 18: Punakha – Dochu La Pass – Thimphu
We will start early for Thimphu, the capital city of Bhutan. Our road drive will be uphill until we reach to Dochu La Pass, which is beautifully decorated with 108 stupas built in 2004 to celebrate the stability and progress that His Majesty has brought to the nation. This small hill is surrounded by 108 religious monuments in the middle of the pass dedicating Bhutan’s spiritual and artistic traditions. Before reaching to Dochu La Pass, we will stop at Lamperi Botanical garden and explore around for a species like Rufous-bellied and Darjeeling Woodpecker, Brown Parrotbill, Streak-breasted Scimitar Babbler, Yellow-billed Blue Magpie, Spotted Nutcracker, White Collared Blackbird, Grey-winged Blackbird. After birding around Lamperi areas enjoy continuing road journey to Thimphu. In the evening if time permits, spend sometimes-exploring Thimphu town. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 19: Thimphu – Paro (Tiger’s Nest)
Today we will start early morning drive to Paro for a challenging hike to Tiger’s Nest, which take about 2-3-hour hike uphill and 1-hour downhill. If you are not tired in the afternoon then we will spend our time visiting Ta Dzong (Museum), Paro Rinpung Dzong(fortress) and Kichu Temple. Later in the evening stroll around Paro town or do your last day shopping in Bhutan. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 20: Departure / Exit
Our guide and driver will transfer you to the airport for your onward flight to back home. Your beautiful Bhutan Bird Watching Tour ends here.
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- Accommodation on twin sharing basis at 3* level hotel, homestay or tent
- All meals
- Expert Bird Watching Tour Guide throughout the tour
- Bhutan Visa fees
- Pickup from Guwahati Airport and Paro airport drop by a comfortable vehicle
- Park / Restricted Area permit
- Fully Escorted Tour
- All land transportation by a comfortable vehicle throughout the tour
- Bottled water once in a day
- Any camping equipment
- Internal route permit throughout the Bhutan
- All hotel taxes / service charge
- Tea / coffee with snacks (Everyday)
- Any airfare/railway ticket to/from Bhutan
- Any beverages
- Any monument fees
- Any Indian Visa
- Any laundry
- Any tips to guide/driver
- Any itinerary extension will be subject to additional cost
- Single supplement
- Pony / Horse to Tiger’s Nest
TRIP HIGHLIGHTS
- Satyr Tragopan
- Rufous Necked Hornbill
- Pallas Fish Eagle
- Wards Tragon
- Great Hornbill
- Sri-Lankan Frog Mouth