Budget Bhutan Birding 2015 in Bhutan by Rockjumper Worldwide Birding Adventures
| Important Information |
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| Tour Dates |
13 Feb 2015 - 26 Feb 2015 (14 days) |
| Tour Price (Per Person) |
€3,850 * £3,000 * USD4,675 * ZAR53,060 |
| Single Supplement |
€290 * £230 * USD350 * ZAR3,980 |
| Flights (Approx cost) |
US$175 |
| Spaces Available |
Spaces available |
Our new Budget Bhutan birding tour takes us to one of the least spoilt Himalayan countries in search of some very special and beautiful birds!
On a typical day in this mountain wonderland, you will find yourself in breathtaking surroundings looking for legendary species in pristine and seemingly endless forests, with mighty Himalayan peaks towering in the distance - all in all, Bhutan is a destination like no other! Traversing dramatic mountain passes adorned with brightly coloured prayer flags and chortens (temples), some of the birds we will specifically target include the resplendent Himalayan Monal, Satyr Tragopan, Blood Pheasant, Rufous-necked Hornbill, Ward's Trogon, Beautiful Nuthatch, Himalayan Cutis - and a whole host of other spectacular species beside! In addition, we'll be among the very first foreign birders to explore the relatively new Bomdeling Wildlife Sanctuary, refuge for about 150 overwintering Black-necked Cranes and scores of other great Himalayan species, making this a true venture of discovery!
This slightly shorter option to our standard Bhutan tours is aimed at the more budget conscious birder with less time to spare in the field, but nevertheless still wishing for a fantastic overview of the region's special birds.
Please note: the dates for this tour have changed to the above, and are no longer from 14 - 27 February (due to flight schedule changes). Please also note that these prices are subject to foreign exchange fluctuations.
| Tour Fact Sheet |
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| Top Birds |
Black-necked Crane, Himalayan Monal, Satyr Tragopan, Blood Pheasant, Ibisbill, Ward's Trogon, Rufous-necked Hornbill, Beautiful Nuthatch, Sikkim Wedge-billed and Long-billed Wren-Babbler, Coral-billed Scimitar Babbler, Black-headed Shrike-Babbler, Fire-tailed Myzornis, Mrs Gould's and Fire-tailed Sunbird, Himalayan Cutia, Spotted Laughingthrush, Darjeeling Woodpecker, Himalayan White-browed Rosefinch and a host of Parrotbills |
| Top Mammals |
Yellow-throated Marten, Black Giant Squirrel, Large-eared Pika, chance for Himalayan Black Bear, Musk Deer, Blue Sheep and even Bengal Tiger! |
| Habitats Covered |
low to high elevation forests (including bamboo, coniferous & mixed broad-leafed), pastures, wetlands, rocky slopes, rivers |
| Expected Climate |
warm and tropical to temperate and cold, some rain expected |
| Tour Pace & Walking |
moderate pace, undemanding walks, some long drives |
| Accommodation |
simple lodges and comfortable camping |
| Ease of Birding |
moderate with some difficult species |
| Number of Species Expected |
280-300 |
| Other Attractions |
buddhist culture, dzongs (temple-fortresses), incredible mountain scenery and magnificent forests, a land little touched by time |
| Photographic Opportunities |
excellent |
Adventure Details
Difficulty
Easy
Duration
14 days
Start Time
10th to 23rd January 2015 (14 Days)
Season
Year Round
Min Age Suitability
18
Max Age Suitability
80
Min Group Size
6
Max Group Size
12
Rates
$4,675.00 USD - Tour price per person.
Adventure Location
Bhutan, Bhutan
Bhutan
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