Upon arrival at Guwahati Airport, you will be greeted and transferred to Samdrup Jongkhar, the gateway to Bhutan’s eastern region.

Later in the day, participate in an introductory bird photography session in and around Samdrup Jongkhar, known for its rich birdlife and natural beauty. Your photography guide will provide tips on capturing stunning images of the local avifauna.

Evening: Tour briefing and orientation to discuss the upcoming days.

Our bird photography expedition kicks off in the picturesque foothills of the Himalayas, offering plenty of opportunities to capture a variety of lowland bird species in their natural habitat. We will explore the rich biodiversity along the Samdrup Jongkhar to Dewathang stretch, focusing on photographing the diverse avian life of the region.

Today, we venture into the heart of the Himalayan midlands, traveling along the Morong Road. We’ll make several stops to photograph the region’s exceptional birdlife, focusing on the rare and striking Beautiful Nuthatch. Continuing toward Trashigang, we’ll also target Ward’s Trogon and the Yellow-rumped Honeyguide, among other fascinating species.

We begin the day with an early start for a rewarding photography session at Korila Pass, a birdlife hotspot. From there, we journey to Yongkola, one of Bhutan’s premier birding destinations, celebrated as one of Asia’s top 10 birding sites. The area offers incredible opportunities to photograph a wide array of bird species.

Over the next three days, we will focus on photographing a variety of bird species, including elusive skulkers hidden in the undergrowth. Night photography sessions will also be included, capturing nocturnal birds and mammals. These days promise an unparalleled experience in one of Asia’s richest birding hotspots.

After an incredible time in Yongkola, we head to Sengor, within the pristine Phrumshengla National Park. The short drive offers ample opportunities to photograph bird species and scenic landscapes, including one of Bhutan’s largest waterfalls.

We start early to target high-altitude species, particularly the striking Blood Pheasant, while exploring below Phrumshengla Pass. In the evening, we’ll visit a monastery in Bumthang to photograph the vibrant Himalayan Monal.

If needed, we revisit the monastery in the early morning to perfect Himalayan Monal shots. Later, we proceed to Trongsa, dedicating the afternoon to cultural sightseeing, including the iconic Trongsa Dzong.

We head to Royal Manas National Park, stopping frequently to capture avian species and scenic landscapes. The journey passes picturesque villages and lush rice fields, adding variety to our photography.

These two days are dedicated to photographing the Great Hornbill and Rufous-necked Hornbill along the Dakpai-Gomphu roads. The region is also home to the near-endemic Golden Langur, offering opportunities for wildlife photography.

A transit day with a longer drive, retracing our route to Trongsa and heading west. Stops along the way provide excellent chances for bird and landscape photography.

We’ll spend the morning exploring the bird-rich Pelela Old Road and Nobding Forest Range, capturing diverse wildlife and scenic beauty. Later, we’ll proceed to Punakha.

We explore Jigme Dorji National Park, known for its rich biodiversity. In the afternoon, we visit Punakha Dzong, offering excellent opportunities for photography.

We journey to Thimphu via the scenic Dochula Pass, with birding stops along the way. Later, we visit the Buddha Statue and Traditional Craft Street, ending the day with leisure in Thimphu City.

A relaxed day of cultural sightseeing, including an archery match and a visit to the Handmade Paper Factory. In the afternoon, we bird along the Pachhu River and wetlands near Paro.

We drive to Chelela Pass, photographing pheasants like the Blood Pheasant, Kalij Pheasant, and Common Pheasant. The afternoon is free for exploring Paro Town.

We hike to the iconic Tiger’s Nest Monastery, offering spiritual significance and stunning views. In the evening, enjoy a traditional Hot Stone Bath, an archery match, and a farmhouse dinner.