For bird watchers, Bhutan is a dream, with a stunning 770 species found, including many that are globally threatened. The rich diverisity of Bhutan’s bird species is mainly due to its moist climate, wide altitudinal range (from 200m at the southern border to over 7000m sky piercing Himalayan peaks in the north), low population density, vast forest cover, and the government’s strong conservation policy. Although the country is only about 100 miles wide by 200 miles long, it is one of the most beautiful and diverse natural regions anywhere in the world, from peaks of perpetual snow to dense tropical jungles. Above all, it is impossibly green: Some 72% of the land is enveloped by thick forests, lending even more grandeur to the valleys and rugged hillside . Butterflies the size of teacups flutter among more than 5,000 species of plants. Icy waterfalls at seemingly every bend in the road cascade into pools of pure delight.
Bird Watching trips are fairly new in Bhutan and are for travelers who thrive on discovery and learning. On this trip, you will be a part of the exploration, setting the plans for those to follow, by helping make decisions of what to do next, sharing insights and your personal descoveries with guides and conservation organizations. While the recorded number of bird species in Bhutan is 770, the actual number is expected to be much more. Except for a few adhoc field assessments, no serious survey and study on birds in Bhutan has been carried out so far. There are tremendous opportunities for bird watchers to discover more bird species, their occurrence, distribution, etc.. The trip will be lead by a local expert or a Bhutanese guide trained in bird identification. It will include short day hikes and several days of camping along the road in areas of dense forests.
Lead a Birdwatching Trip
If you are a keen birder and have a good amount of knowlege, skill and experience in leading Bird Watching trips, consider joining and leading one our trips. Click here to learn more.... |
Important Note
Most of our trips take place during the busy season and it is difficult to secure reservations on Druk Air and in Hotels in Paro, Thimphu, Wangdi Phodrang, Tongsa and Bumthang. The farther in advance that you book, the more likely it is that we can confirm the resrvation you choose.
The rule of thumb is: Book as far in advance as possible, but don't hesitate to contact us at the last minute if free time suddenly comes your way. |
