- Birding Tour:
Birdwatching Tour West & Central Bhutan
Bhutan has 70% forest coverage which translates to a literal paradise for birding and infinite avian delights. There are more than six hundred recorded species of birds in Bhutan of which 14 are globally endangered. Bird watching, ethno-botany, photography and other academic pursuits are thriving in Bhutan. A record diversity of flora and fauna make Bhutan a haven for those specialized in these fields. Bhutan Travelers customizes such trips so that those keen can get professional packages dwelling in these fields.
This 14-day birding tour is all-inclusive – the finest birdwatching experience in the west and central Bhutan, exploring stunning architectural gems and the sheer bliss of traveling through villages and pristine forest of Bhutan. The first leg of the birding tour is in Paro, Thimphu, Punakha, and Gangtey, and the last leg covers central Bhutan – Trongsa, Zhemgang, and Bumthang. You will spot a multitude of bird species but some of the special, to name a few, are the Great Hornbill, Satyr Tragopan, the White Bellied Heron, one of the rarest birds in the world, and the black-necked crane. You will also take a one-way domestic flight from Bumthang to Paro, a rewarding flight offering majestic views of Mount Jumolhari and Jichu Drake. End the trip with a hike to the Tiger’s Nest Monastery in Paro.
