Nepal Bird Watching Tour

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  • Duration

    11 Nights 12 Days
  • Location

    Chitwan, Sukla, Koshi Tappu

12 Days of Avian Adventure

Nepal is a birdwatcher's paradise, boasting over 890 recorded bird species across diverse ecosystems—from subtropical jungles to alpine meadows. Our carefully crafted Bird Watching Tour in Nepal offers an unforgettable 12-day journey across the country’s top birding hotspots, perfect for amateur and expert ornithologists alike.

This immersive bird watching tour in Nepal begins in the lush wetlands of Koshi Tappu Wildlife Reserve, home to endangered swamp francolins and a variety of migratory birds. It continues westward to Chitwan National Park, where the forests and riverbanks host hornbills, kingfishers, and rare vultures. You’ll also explore the serene Sukla Phanta Wildlife Reserve, famous for grassland species like the Bengal florican.

Throughout the tour, you’ll be accompanied by expert birding guides, stay in eco-friendly lodges, and travel responsibly through Nepal’s pristine bird habitats. The diversity of terrain allows for sightings of everything from waterfowl and waders to raptors and colorful passerines.

Whether you’re tracking migratory flocks or rare endemics, this Bird Watching Tour in Nepal offers the perfect blend of adventure, education, and tranquility. Don’t forget your binoculars and bird checklist—this is a nature lover’s dream trip come true.

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu

Arrive in Kathmandu and transfer to your hotel. Briefing about the upcoming bird watching tour in Nepal and preparation for the journey. Explore nearby birding spots if time allows.

Day 2: Kathmandu to Koshi Tappu Wildlife Reserve

Drive or fly to Koshi Tappu, a premier destination for bird watching tour in Nepal. Afternoon birding in the wetlands to spot rare species like the Swamp Francolin and waterfowl.

Day 3: Full Day Bird Watching in Koshi Tappu

Early morning and afternoon bird watching sessions with expert guides focusing on migratory and endemic species in Koshi Tappu’s diverse habitats.

Day 4: Koshi Tappu to Bardia National Park

Travel to Bardia National Park, another hotspot for bird watching tour in Nepal. Evening birding near your lodge with chances to see hornbills and raptors.

Day 5: Bird Watching in Bardia National Park

Full day exploring Bardia’s forests and riverbanks. Spot elusive birds like the Great Hornbill, various kingfishers, and migratory waterbirds.

Day 6: Bardia to Chitwan National Park

Transfer to Chitwan National Park. Evening bird watching tour focusing on forest and riverine species native to Chitwan.

Day 7: Full Day Bird Watching in Chitwan

Morning and afternoon bird watching with guides, exploring Chitwan’s rich biodiversity. Look for vultures, eagles, and colorful passerines.

Day 8: Chitwan to Sukla Phanta Wildlife Reserve

Drive to Sukla Phanta, known for its grassland birds. Evening bird watching to spot Bengal florican and other grassland specialists.

Day 9: Bird Watching in Sukla Phanta Wildlife Reserve

Spend the day exploring Sukla Phanta’s grasslands and forests, focusing on rare and endangered bird species in Nepal.

Day 10: Sukla Phanta to Kathmandu

Travel back to Kathmandu. Relax or visit local birding sites around the city in the afternoon.

Day 11: Nagarkot or Shivapuri for Bird Watching

Day trip to Nagarkot or Shivapuri National Park near Kathmandu for high-altitude bird watching tour in Nepal, spotting pheasants, sunbirds, and more.

Day 12: Departure from Kathmandu

Final bird watching opportunities in Kathmandu Valley if time permits. Transfer to the airport for your onward journey.

This itinerary is just asample program and can be fully tailored to match your interests and preferences.

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