Bhutan Birding and Heritage Travels

14 Days with moderate hiking at moderate elevation (maximum 3720 m) 2 nights camping, 11 nights hotel

Nature has blessed Bhutan with a very rich flora and fauna. The habitats found here range from the tropical climatic zone to the high altitude temperate zone. The country has a high percentage of land under forest, with 72% tree cover.

The forest from 1200m to 4800m elevation has an abundance of rhododendron species. During the months of April to July, the forests become enchanted with the brilliant display of blooming rhododendrons.

Many species of rhododendron are found to exist in assemblages that vary according to changes in altitude, aspect and longitudinal east-west axis.

There are more than 1200 species of rhododendrons worldwide, with diverse forms, ranging from creeping shrubs to moderate sized trees. Flowering with shades of pink, red and yellow, rhododendrons occur in the temperate regions of the world with about 700 species in cultivation, most being Sino-Himalayan species. In Bhutan, of the 46 species recorded so far, four species have found to be endemic.

You can explore one of the world's last unspoiled frontiers, on this three-week trip that will enthrall you by its natural beauty, mystical religion, vibrant culture, and charming people.

• Day 2 Thimphu to Wangdue ( 2hours drive). Stop at Dochula Pass. 3 species of rhododendrons plus magnolias and lots of birding. Overnight Hotel
• Day 3 Wangdue to Phobjikha ( 3 hours drive). Overnight Guesthouse
• Day 4 Phobjikha. Hike to Tshelelka Pass. About 9 species of rhodies. Overnight Guesthouse
• Day 5 Phobjikha to Bumthang (5 hours drive). Overnight Hotel
• Day 6 Bumthang to Sengor ( 4 hours drive) . Overnight tented Camp
• Day7 Sengor Camp to Shingkhar camp. (3 hours drive). Overnight tented camp.
• Day 8 Drive to Bumthang. Overnight Hotel.
• Day 9 Bumthang to Punakha. 7 hours drive. Overnight Hotel
• Day 10 Punakha-Thimphu. Overnight Thimphu
• Day 11 Thimphu. Overnight Thimphu
• Day 12 Thimphu-Paro 2 hours. Overnight Paro.
• Day 13 Paro. Overnight Paro.
• Day 14 Departure from Paro Airport.

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