Bhutan

Druk Yul, or “Land of the Thunder Dragon,” is the remote Himalayan kingdom we know as Bhutan. Nestled deep in the heart of the Himalayas, wedged between two giant and populous neighbors, the country has retained much of its historic culture, its centuries-old rituals, and it’s fascinating heritage. Isolated by some of the highest mountains on earth, Buddhist Bhutan is still poorly known in the West. Although most of it is now open to foreigners, tourist quotas are still restricted, few travelers and even fewer birdwatchers have had first-hand experience of this unique and diverse country.

We’re sure to see birds and breath-taking scenery in abundance as we travel across almost the entire country. Over 70 percent of Bhutan’s land area is forested, and over 600 bird species have been recorded, among them more than 30 first discovered on our tours. A significant number of species including Satyr Tragopan, Blood Pheasant, Himalayan Monal, Yellow-throated Fulvetta, Fire-tailed Myzornis, Sikkim Wedge-billed Babbler, and Long-billed and Bar-winged Wren-Babblers are easier to see here than anywhere else on earth. Bhutan is also one of very few accessible places to see several others such as Ward’s Trogon, Yellow-vented Warbler, Blue-fronted Robin, and White-naped Yuhina.

We believe fabulous Bhutan fires the enthusiasm of all who visit, leaving them with a sense of privilege, wonder, and a longing to return.