Nepal Bird watching Spots:
1. Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary: Located in the Chitwan District, the Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary is considered one of the best bird watching spots in Nepal. The sanctuary is home to over 450 species of birds, including herons, egrets, cormorants, ibises and ducks.
2. Khaptad National Park: Khaptad National Park is located in the Far-Western region of Nepal. Located in a remote area, it is home to a variety of flora and fauna including a variety of birds. Common birds that can be observed include long-tailed minivets, pied thrushes, woodpeckers, quails, blue magpies and laughing thrushes.
3. Phulchoki Bird Watching Site: Located just outside of Kathmandu, Phulchoki is known for its forests and the wonderful variety of bird species that inhabit the area. Here you can find birds like asymmer, oriental turtle dove, leaf bird, black winged ketch, khalij pheasant, imperical pheasant and more.
4. Chitwan National Park: Chitwan National Park is another great bird watching spot in Nepal, with a variety of endangered and protected species. Species such as the Bengal florican, white-rumped vulture, spotted owlet, hawks and storks can be found in this national park.
5. Lumbini: Lumbini is another great destination for bird watchers. Here, you can spot a variety of migratory birds like black storks, pratincole, grey wagtail and hoopoes. In addition, species like the rare Bengal florican can be found here.
6. Bardiya National Park:
Bardiya National Park is unique for boasting the highest number of Bengal tigers, wild elephants, and the home to the rare species of swamp deer. The National Park is also a top bird-watching spot in Nepal. Some of the birds that can be seen here include Bengal Florican, Black Stork, Slender-billed Babbler, Chestnut-Breasted Partridge, Swamp Francolin, White-eyed Pochard, Wood Snipe, Comb Duck, Grey-Headed Fish Eagle, and many more.
7. Around Pokhara:
Pokhara is known for its sprawling lake and mountain views. It is also a great spot for birdwatchers. Here you can find a variety of migratory birds, such as the White-eared Bulbul, Grey-crowned Prinia, White-Browed Fantail, Crested Bunting, Red-vented Bulbul, Ring-necked Parakeet, and many more.
8. Langtang National Park:
The Langtang National Park in Nepal is home to an astounding variety of birds. Some of the most notable include the Himalayan Monal, the-Imperial-Eagle, Golden-breasted Fulvetta, Rusty-Fronted Barwing, Speckled Wood-Pigeon, Chestnut-Headed Tesia, and the Wren-babbler. This park is also home to Himalayan Tahr, Himalayan Musk Deer and Himalayan Black Bear.
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Nestled amidst the awe-inspiring beauty of the majestic Himalayas lies Nepal, an adventure paradise waiting to be explored. Blessed with an abundance of captivating birds and wildlife, bird watching enthusiasts can enjoy their ideal holiday in Nepal with one of the best tour packages – Sherpa Trekking Company’s Nepal Bird Watching Tour.
During the tour, we visited renowned bird watching sites like the Chitwan National Park, Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary, Bardiya National Park, Khaptad National Park, Phulchoki Bird Watching Site, and Langtang National Park. While the first four consist of a diverse array of birds, the last two offer a unique experience of rare bird sightings in Nepal.
In addition to these birding sites, the Nepal Bird Watching Tour also included a stopover in Lumbini, Pokhara, Kathmandu, and a wild safari in Khaptad National Park. The tour was an ideal combination of bird watching, wildlife adventure, and scenic sightseeing, in diverse regions of Nepal.
We had a birders guide who was well-versed in the ornithology of Nepal. He not only provided critical information on the different bird species found in these regions but also shared several tips and tricks for spotting rare birds in the wild.
Nepal is a true birders paradise and this Himalayan Avian Adventure further reinforced our passion for bird watching. If you are looking for a unique birding adventure, Sherpa Trekking Company’s Nepal Bird Watching Tour is a must try.
