When will my departure be scheduled?

Your departure will be arranged based on your international flight timings. Accommodation will also be organised accordingly for your departure day.

Are there any additional expenses not included in the package?

Yes, any expenses not specifically mentioned in the inclusions will have to be borne by the participants.

What identification documents are required for booking safaris?

Foreign Nationals: A valid passport with at least six months’ validity. Indian Nationals: A copy of Aadhaar Card, Driver’s Licence, or PAN Card.

Can the day-wise itinerary change?

Yes. The day-wise itinerary may vary depending on seasonal factors, weather conditions, or bird activity in the area. The decision of the local guide will be final in such cases.

How far in advance are safaris booked?

All safaris in Indian National Parks are booked 120 days in advance. Therefore, we request advance payment to secure your safari booking.

What if I am a solo traveller and want to share a room?

If a solo guest wishes to share a room, we will do our best to match them with another guest of the same gender. If a match is not possible, the single supplement charge will apply.

Bhutan - Young Nature Birding Tour

Tour Code
BBT
Best season
Feb to March
Maximum Altitude
660 to 23000ft
Group Size
5 and 11+1
Language
English, Hindi
Transportation
Domestic Flights, All Surface Transfers
Meals
All Inclusive Meals (B, L & D)
Fitness level
Moderate to Strenuous

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Embark on an unforgettable birding adventure in the Kingdom of Bhutan! This unique tour combines thrilling birdwatching experiences with cultural immersion, offering a truly enriching journey. Explore diverse habitats, from lush subtropical forests to alpine meadows and snow-capped peaks, while searching for a dazzling array of bird species, including many rare and endemic to the Himalayas.

Photo Credit: Sudeep Chatterjee

Highlights

Encounter diverse birdlife
Observe a wide variety of birds, including the elusive Bhutan Laughingthrush, the vibrant Blood Pheasant, the majestic Himalayan Griffon, and many more. Discover endemic species: Search for birds which are difficult in any other part of the country, adding to the excitement of your birding journey. Immerse yourself in Bhutanese culture by visiting ancient monasteries, exploring charming villages, and witnessing traditional festivals. Marvel at the stunning Himalayan landscapes, including snow-capped peaks, cascading waterfalls, and lush valleys.

Day 1 :

Arrive at Airport

Arrive at New-Delhi International Airport - Indira Gandhi International Airport. Meet our representative on arrival and transfer to the Luxury hotel (at Aero city- Delhi Airport).
Check-in the hotel, freshen-up followed by the meals

Day 2 :

Reaching the scenic warm broadleaf forest

Fly from New Delhi Airport and arrive at Guwahati and drive 159 km via Samdrup Jongkhar to Nagpur through scenic warm broadleaf forest.
Birding stops en route with opportunities to spot species such as Little Bunting, Rufous-bellied Eagle, Rufous-throated Partridge, Crimson-breasted Woodpecker, Wreathed Hornbill, Grey Wagtail, Kingfishers, Black-backed Forktail, Mountain Hawk Eagle, Tibetan Siskin, White-browed Shrike Babbler, Darjeeling Woodpecker, and Laughingthrush varieties.
Overnight in Tashigang.

Day 3 :

Reaching At Bhutan

Early morning departure from Tashigang to Yongkola with birding stops at hotspots like Korila.
Key sightings may include Rufous-necked Hornbill, Bhutan Laughingthrush, Black-faced and White-throated Laughingthrushes, Pygmy Blue Flycatcher, Blue-throated Flycatcher, Green Magpie, Hill Prinia, Grey-winged Blackbird, Brown-throated Treecreeper, Little Bunting, and Wallcreeper.
Overnight in Yongkola.

Day 4 :

Experience Of Mountains And Birds

Morning birding around Namling and nearby areas.
Possible encounters include Mountain Scops Owl, Hill and Chestnut-breasted Partridge, Ward’s Trogon, Collared and Asian Barred Owlet, Golden and Rufous-capped Babblers, Yellow-Rumped Honeyguide, Himalayan Bulbul, Red-flanked Bluetail, Green-tailed Sunbird, Yuhinas, White-tailed Nuthatch, Darjeeling Woodpecker, Oriental Honey Buzzard, and various Fulvettas
Birding around Yongkola and Lingmethang with chances to spot Greater Rufous-headed Parrotbill, Sultan Tit, Slaty-backed Forktail, Crested Serpent Eagle, Little Pied Flycatcher, Mountain Bulbul, Red-faced Liocichla, Rusty-fronted Barwing, and Sapphire Flycatcher.

Day 5 :

Reaching At Phrumsengla National Park.

Early Start: Drive north, crossing Sen village and Thrumshing La Pass (3,700 m).
Route Highlight: From Yongkolato Sengor, enter Thrumshing La National Park.
Scenic Stop: Picturesque waterfall before Sengor.
Full-Day Birding: Possible sightings include: Snow Pigeon, Blood Pheasant, Satyr Tragopan, Monal Pheasant, Whiskered Yuhina, Stripe-throated Yuhina, Rufous-vented Yuhina, Dark-rumped Rosefinch, Lemon-rumped Warbler, Ashy-throated Warbler, Broad-billed Warbler, Rufous-capped Babbler, Green Shrike Babbler, Rusty-flanked Treecreeper, Streaked Laughingthrush, Spotted Forktail, Spotted Laughingthrush, Black-faced Laughingthrush, Great Barbet, and many other species.

Day 6 :

Possible sightings include Red-headed Bullfinch, Crimson-browed Finch, Collared Grosbeak, Grey-crested Tit, Rufous-vented Tit, Gold-naped Finch, Fire-tailed Myzornis, Brown Parrotbill, Fulvous Parrotbill, Spotted Laughingthrush, Black-faced Laughingthrush, Golden-breasted Fulvetta, Great Parrotbill, Brown Bullfinch, and many other species.

Day 7 :

Trip to Tingti-Gomphu

Tingti–Gomphu: Great Hornbill, Long-tailed Sibia, Beautiful Nuthatch, Rufous-necked Hornbill, White-rumped Munia, Spotted Forktail, Slaty-backed Forktail, Grey Bushchat, Crested Bunting, Sultan Tit, Yellow-checked Tit, Red-vented Bulbul, Black Bulbul, Striated Prinia, Hill Prinia, Mountain Tailorbird, Hume’s Warbler, White-crested Laughingthrush, Rusty-checked Scimitar Babbler, Striated Laughingthrush, Scaly Laughingthrush, Bhutan Laughingthrush, Streak-breasted Scimitar Babbler, Slender-billed Scimitar Babbler, Stripe-throated Yuhina.

Day 8 :

Photography Session With Bird Species

Zhemgang Dakpai – Nobding – Thimphu
Route & Elevation: Birding from Tingtibi (600m) to Zhemgang (1900m) — 34 km travel
Habitat: Subtropical & warm broadleaf forests
Target Bird Species: White-browed Scimitar Babbler, Rusty-checked Scimitar Babbler, Great Hornbill, Rufous-necked Hornbill, Beautiful Nuthatch, Black Bulbul, White-bellied Heron, Barred Cuckoo Dove, Black Drongo, Fulvous-breasted Woodpecker, Chestnut-bellied Nuthatch, Spangled Drongo, Lesser Racket-tailed Drongo, Greater Necklaced Laughingthrush, White-throated Bulbul, Maroon Oriole, White-hooded Babbler, Nepal House Martin, Sultan Tit, Black-winged Cuckooshrike, White-browed Shrike-Babbler, Ashy Drongo, Yellow-cheeked Tit, Red-tailed Minla, Nepal Fulvetta, Golden Babbler, Grey-throated Babbler, Slender-billed Scimitar Babbler, Chestnut-crowned Warbler, Yellow-vented Warbler, Striated Yuhina, Streaked Spiderhunter, Large Woodshrike, Crimson Sunbird.
Activities: Morning: Birding in subtropical broadleaf forest north of Tingtibi, Evening: Return to campsite

Day 9 :

Thimpu – Siliguri: Early morning birding around Thimpu, breakfast at hotel, transfer to Siliguri (7 hrs drive).

Day 10 :

Final packing and check out

Post breakfast drop to Bagdogra Airport for your onward flight.

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