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Nepal Birding

About this experience

Nepal Birding Holidays covers Important Bird and Biodiversity Area (IBA) of Nepal. It ranges from Alpine Himalayan bird habitats to mid-hill forest and rivers and the tropical plain with national park jungles, wetlands and lakes.

Bird habitats, in Nepal, are mixed of alpine vegetation, hill forests, rivers, streams, wetlands, lakes and farmland offering birders endemic and rare sightings combined with beautiful hike. Alpine habitat is just a day away from Kathmandu and Pokhara for the sighting of Himalayan Monal and other colorful birds.

Moreover, birders can enjoy hovering vultures and birds of prey above the hills surrounding Kathmandu and Pokhara valleys; Waders in the Wetlands, the lakes and the rivers in the tropical plains of Nepal; and colorful birds in Chitwan and Bardiya National Park jungles.

Birding Holiday is one of the most sought after activities in Nepal you should never miss while you are in Nepal. It is a lifetime experience!

At a glance

  • Duration: 6 hr–11 hr
  • Private experience

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Nepal Birding
Pickup included

Plan your experience

Time on the tour6 hr–11 hr
Getting therePickup offeredSee pickup details
Guide languagesEnglish (live guide)
Tour arrangementPrivate experience

Set aside 6 hr–11 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.

Before you go

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What is included

  • Private transportation
  • Bird Guide
  • All Fees and Taxes

Not included

  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Coffee and/or Tea
  • Alcoholic Beverages
  • Bottled water

Itinerary and highlights

Joining Nepal Birding Holiday, birders will enjoy sighting of many species of birds including only endemic bird of Nepal - Spiny Babblers. The national park inhabits over over 650 species of birds including 117 migratory birds. Common species of bird species are white backed vulture, Himalayan griffon, black vulture, beard vulture, dark kite, hen harrier, goshawk, sparrow hawk, sikhra, common buzzard, Asian black eagle, steppe eagle, magpies, kalij pheasant, leafbirds, flycatcher, bushchat, babblers, cuckoos, bulbul, swift, warblers. Apart from birding, it is a beautiful hike with magnificent view of the Himalayan range from the top of Gadhi-Siraichuli IBA hills! Locals life style and bird-eye view of the valley is bonus of this birding trip.

Languages and tickets

  • English — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Samsara Trekking

Accessibility and practical details

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 6 hr–11 hr.
Which guide languages are listed?
English (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Youth tickets: age 12–17; Adult tickets: age 18+; Senior tickets: age 56+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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