Phobjikha Valley
From Trongsa, it takes about 4hrs to Pele la pass based on present road condition. We will stop occasionally to see some of high altitude species that
we may have missed on our journey near Youtongla or Thrumshingla pass such like Himalayan Monal, Satyr Tragopan, Spotted Laughing thrush, Himalayan Griffon, Brown Parrotbill, various Finches and Bush Warbler. After crossing Pelela pass (3300m), shortly cross another pass called Labenla pass to enter in wide open highland valley of Gangtey or Phobjikha. The area is the winter nesting ground for hundreds of endangered black-necked cranes from late October till early March. From ancient Gangtey Gompa monastery, hike through the Nature trail that descends from pine forest into wide marsh
land with dwarf bamboos. Besides black-necked crane, we may see Spotted Nutcracker, Grey- crested Tit and Hen harrier. Overnight in hotel.
Tingtibi Valley
Our campsite by the river near Tingtibi at 600m above sea level is perfect for birder and nature lovers. Across the river,
there are dense jungles with tall trees among which we should encounter the magnificent Rufous-necked Hornbill and also commonly see in the Golden Langur monkey.
During a full day, we will explore the stretch of road between Zhemgang-Tingtibi and part of the road to towards Gongphu-Manas.
Chumey Valley
Drive short distance across to Chumey valley (40mins). Drive up the hill to visit Tharparling monastery from where you can climb up hill to
chance to see magnificent Monal Pheasant and Satyr Tragopan. Besides, you may also see Spot-winged
Grosbeak, Daurian Redstart, Olive-backed Pipit, Oriental Skylark, Black-billed Magpie, etc. Overnight in a Nature Resort in Chumey valley.
Punakha Valley
Along Mochu river (Jigme Dorji National Park) to an excellent area of forest where our birding will be focused. Along the river,
we should find Great Cormorant, Crested Kingfisher and Slaty-backed Forktail. We will see a wide selection of species today, but in particular we will be looking out for the Yellow-vented Warbler, and the delightful Spotted Wren-Babbler. Here is also a great opportunity to find the very rare and little-known White-bellied Heron, and Pallas’s Fish Eagle. Other birds we could well encounter include Crested Serpent Eagle, Spotted Dove, Himalayan Cuckoo, Himalayan Swiftlet, House Swift,
White-throated Kingfisher, Great and Golden-throated Barbets, Grey-headed Woodpecker, Greater and Lesser Yellownapes and Ibisbill.
Manas Park
Royal Manas National Park is the oldest National Park situated in the south central foothills of Bhutan (90°35’ E to 91°13’E and 26° 46’N to 27° 08’N).Park is famed for harboring one of the greatest populace of wildlife diversity. The park has 558 species of flora, 65 species of mammals,
489 species of birds, 60 species of fishes and more than 180 species of butterfly species recorded till date. Out of the 65 mammal species recorded, 2 species are critically endangered, 8 species are endangered,
9 species are near threatened and 11 species belong to vulnerable list. Species from 8 orders belong to IUCN Red List.