SD Wildlife Photography Tour

Thimphu, Paro, Punakha, Phobjikha Valley

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Duration:
8 days

Tour Type:
Specialty Tours

Language(s):
English

Highlight:
Top-rated experience

Overview

Photographic highlights include birdwatching, spotting endangered wildlife, and capturing dramatic high-altitude landscapes.

Included Services

Hotel, Meals, Transport, Guide

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Description

Wildlife photography tours in Bhutan provide exceptional opportunities to capture the region’s rare Himalayan biodiversity, featuring species such as the Black-necked Crane, Golden Langur, and Ward's Trogon. Key photographic highlights include birdwatching, spotting endangered wildlife, and capturing dramatic high-altitude landscapes.

What's Included

Inclusions

* All meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner, and evening tea/coffee).
* Accommodation on a twin or double sharing basis (single room available at an additional cost).
* All in-country transportation, including airport transfers.
* Sustainable Development Fee (SDF) and government taxes.
* Bhutan visa fee.
* English-speaking local guide.
* Sightseeing as per the itinerary.
* Bottled drinking water.

Exclusions

* Entry fees for museums and monuments.
* Airfare with Drukair or Bhutan Airlines.
* Travel insurance.
* Charges for services of a personal nature.
* Any services not listed under “Cost Includes.”
* Expenses arising from unforeseen events such as accidents, strikes, or political disturbances.
* Personal expenses such as laundry, beverages, camera fees, incidental costs, porter services, bellboy charges, tips, or any additional services.

Additional information

Confirmation is sent at the time of booking
Please provide your arrival details so pickup can be arranged
Some sites may close at short notice for religious or official events
The itinerary may change based on weather and local conditions

Itinerary

1
Day 1: Day 01: Arrival in Paro- Thimphu
- Tachog Lhakhang
- Takin Preserve Center
- Buddha Dordenma
Overnight Thimphu
2
Day 2: Day 02: Thimphu- Phobjikha
Photography Spot:
- Dochula Pass
- Wildlife at Phobjikha
Overnight Phobjikha
3
Day 3: Day 03: Phobjikha- Punakha
Photography Spot:
- Punakha Dzong
- Wangdue Dzong View
- Punakha suspension Bridge
- Wildlife at Po Chhu River
Overnight Punakha
4
Day 4: Day 04: Punakha - Thimphu
Photography Spot:
- Wildlife at Tashithang
- Wildlife at Lamperi Botanical Garden
Overnight Punakha
5
Day 5: Day 05: Thimphu Sightseeing
Photography Spot:
- Jigme Dorji National Park
- Cheri Monastery
- Tango Monastery
Overnight Thimphu
6
Day 6: Day 06: Thimphu – Paro
Photography Spot:
- Thimphu Craft Bazaar
- Rinpung Dzong
- Ta Dzong (The National Museum)
Overnight Paro
7
Day 7: Day 07: Taktshang Hike
Photography Spot:
- Hike to Tiger’s Nest Monastery
8

Day 8: Day 08: End of the Tour

Departure and Farewell