21 DAYS BIRDING & WILDERNESS TOUR OF BHUTAN
A high-altitude expedition through nomadic villages, deep valleys, and remote Himalayan passes.
Tour Highlights
- Over 500 bird species possible
- Subtropical to alpine ecosystems
- Panbang safari & Nabji community forest
- Mangdechhu rafting adventure
- Scenic domestic flight Bumthang–Paro
- Authentic village stays
21 Days Birding & Wilderness Tour Of Bhutan Detailed Tour Itinerary
Arrival at Paro International Airport
Meet guide & transfer to hotel
Gentle acclimatization walk
Evening birding around Paro valley
Overnight: Paro
Early morning birding (Fire-tailed Myzornis, Himalayan Monal)
Hike to Taktsang Monastery (Tiger’s Nest)
Evening free
Overnight: Paro
Drive via Thimphu & Dochula Pass
En-route birding at Dochula (Satyr Tragopan habitat)
Descend to subtropical Tsirang
Overnight: Tsirang
Scenic drive into southern lowlands
Birding en route (hornbills, barbets)
Evening bird walk near Manas foothills
Overnight: Gelephu
Full-day birding in Manas buffer zone
Possible sightings: Rufous-necked Hornbill, Great Pied Hornbill
Overnight: Gelephu
Drive along Manas River corridor
En-route birding & photography
Enter pristine eastern wilderness
Overnight: Panbang
Morning wildlife safari (elephants, gaur, langur – if lucky)
Extensive birding (Trogons, Broadbills)
Overnight: Panbang
Drive through dense subtropical forests
Afternoon bird walk around Tingtibi
Overnight: Tingtibi
Trek/drive into Nabji village
Birding along forest corridors
Cultural interaction with locals
Overnight: Homestay / Eco-lodge
Morning birding around Nabji
White-water rafting on Mangdechhu River
Evening relaxation
Overnight: Tingtibi
Scenic drive through bird-rich forests
Birding stops en route
Overnight: Zhemgang
Birding along the Mangdechhu valley
Visit Trongsa Dzong
Overnight: Trongsa
Cross Yotongla Pass
Birding at high-altitude forest zones
Overnight: Bumthang
Full-day birding (Ibisbill, Nutcracker)
Visit cultural sites if interested
Overnight: Bumthang
Scenic flight over Himalayas
Afternoon leisure
Overnight: Paro
Drive via Chelela Pass (prime birding spot)
Alpine bird species sightings
Overnight: Haa
Full-day nature walks & birding
Visit local temples & villages
Overnight: Haa
Return drive to Paro
Birding en route
Overnight: Paro
Early morning bird walk
Shopping or photography
Overnight: Paro
Last birding session
Traditional Bhutanese farewell dinner
Overnight: Paro
Transfer to airport
End of memorable wilderness journey
