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Bird Watching Tour in Nepal
Trip ID: UM5173
Trip Overview
Trip Highlight
- Explore Kathmandu’s UNESCO World Heritage Sites alongside urban bird species.
- Spot over 850 bird species, including Nepal’s endemic Spiny Babbler.
- Birding at Pulchowki Hill (300+ species) and Shivapuri National Park (318+ species).
- Visit Godavari Botanical Garden and Taudaha Lake, prime birding spots near Kathmandu.
- Explore Chitwan National Park, home to 500+ species including Bengal Florican and Paradise Flycatcher.
- Visit the Lumbini Crane Sanctuary, famous for the Sarus Crane.
- Experience the wetlands of Koshi Tappu Wildlife Reserve, with 450+ species and 26 duck varieties.
- Spot iconic birds like Himalayan Monal, Blue-Napped Pitta, Black-Necked Stork, and Peregrine Falcon.
- Cultural immersion through local villages, cuisine, and heritage sites.
Detailed Itinerary
- Day 1 : Arrival in Kathmandu
- Arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport.
- Warm welcome and private transfer to hotel.
- Evening orientation and welcome dinner.
- Overnight at hotel in Kathmandu.
- Day 2 : Kathmandu Valley – Culture and Birding
- Guided sightseeing of Boudhanath Stupa, Pashupatinath Temple, and Durbar Square.
- Spot urban bird species like black kites and rose-ringed parakeets.
- Overnight at hotel in Kathmandu.
- Day 3 : Birding at Taudaha Lake and Godavari Botanical Garden
- Early birdwatching at Taudaha Lake (cormorants, herons, kingfishers).
- Continue to Godavari Botanical Garden (Tibetan Siskin, Spotted Forktail).
- Overnight at guesthouse near Godavari.
- Day 4 : Pulchowki Hill Excursion – Back to Kathmandu
- Full-day birding at Pulchowki Hill, Nepal’s top birding hotspot (Blue-Napped Pitta, Pied Woodpecker, Mountain Hawk-Eagle).
- Return to Kathmandu in the evening.
- Overnight at hotel in Kathmandu.
- Day 5 : Shivapuri National Park and Nagarjun Forest
- Morning visit to Shivapuri National Park to spot the Spiny Babbler and over 300 species.
- Afternoon birding in Nagarjun Forest (Northern Eagle Owl, Maroon Oriole).
- Overnight at hotel in Kathmandu.
- Day 6 : Drive to Lumbini
- Scenic drive (7 hrs) to Lumbini, birthplace of Lord Buddha.
- Relax and prepare for next day’s birding.
- Overnight at guesthouse in Lumbini.
- Day 7 : Lumbini Crane Sanctuary – Drive to Chitwan
- Morning visit to Crane Sanctuary for Sarus Crane and wetland birds.
- Afternoon drive to Chitwan National Park.
- Overnight at hotel in Chitwan.
- Day 8 : Birding Safari in Chitwan National Park
- Full day of birding in Chitwan, spotting Bengal Florican, Kingfishers, Flycatchers.
- Options: Jeep safari, canoe ride, or guided walk.
- Overnight at hotel in Chitwan.
- Day 9 : Drive to Koshi Tappu Wildlife Reserve
- Long scenic drive to Koshi Tappu Wildlife Reserve.
- Evening at leisure.
- Overnight at guesthouse in Koshi Tappu.
- Day 10 : Birding in Koshi Tappu
- Full-day birding safari at Koshi Tappu, Nepal’s premier wetland.
- Spot 26 duck species, Osprey, Peregrine Falcon, Ibis.
- Overnight at guesthouse in Koshi Tappu.
- Day 11 : Scenic drive Back to Kathmandu
- After breakfast, drive back to Kathmandu (8 hrs).
- Evening free for shopping or cultural exploration.
- Overnight at hotel in Kathmandu.
- Day 12 : Departure
- Breakfast at hotel.
- Transfer to airport for international departure.
Trip Cost Inclusion
- Airport pick-up and drop-off.
- Standard/Deluxe hotel accommodation in Kathmandu on twin/double sharing basis with breakfast.
- Accommodation during the bird-watching tour (guesthouses, hotels, safari lodges, or tents depending on location).
- All meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) during the tour outside Kathmandu.
- Licensed and experienced English-speaking birding/naturalist guide.
- Private transportation for all transfers and sightseeing.
- All applicable government taxes and entrance fees (National Parks, Wildlife Reserves, and Conservation Areas).
- Guide’s expenses (meals, accommodation, salary, equipment, insurance, transportation).
- All necessary permits and paperwork.
Trip Cost Exclusion
- International airfare to/from Nepal and Nepal entry visa fees.
- Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu due to early arrival or late departure.
- Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu (except welcome/farewell dinner if mentioned).
- Travel, medical, and rescue insurance.
- Personal expenses (laundry, phone calls, bar bills, bottled/boiled water, beverages, etc.).
- Tips for guides, drivers, and support staff.
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