Bird Watching
Discover the diverse birdlife of Bhutan with specialized trips.
Duration
8–12 Days
Group Size
2–10 People
Difficulty
Easy to Moderate
Overview
Bhutan is one of Asia's premier birdwatching destinations, hosting over 700 recorded species — from the rare Black-necked Crane to the resplendent Himalayan Monal. Our specialist guides lead small groups through pristine forests, wetlands, and high-altitude passes to spot resident and migratory species. Every outing uses calibrated spotting scopes and pre-dawn starts to maximise sightings.
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Itinerary
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Day 1: Arrive Paro — Briefing & Equipment Check
Airport pickup, scope and binocular fitting, evening bird list and route briefing over dinner.
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Day 2: Paro Valley Birding
Dawn session along the Paro Chhu river for kingfishers, dippers, and wagtails. Afternoon forest walk for warblers and flycatchers.
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Day 3: Chelela Pass — High-altitude Specials
Drive to Bhutan's highest motorable pass (3,988 m) for Blood Pheasant, Grandala, and Rose Finch.
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Day 4: Drive to Phobjikha Valley
Afternoon arrival; evening walk to the crane roosting site. Crane information centre visit.
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Day 5: Full Day — Phobjikha Wetlands
Pre-dawn stake-out for Black-necked Cranes, followed by farmland birding for raptors and larks.
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Day 6: Drive to Bumthang via Thrumshingla
Slow birding drive through the National Park for Satyr Tragopan and Rufous-necked Hornbill.
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Day 7: Bumthang Valley Birding & Departure Prep
Morning session along Bumthang Chhu, packing and species list compilation.
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Day 8: Return to Paro — Departure
Transfer to Paro airport with a final birding stop at a meadow site en route.