Langtang Valley Birding December 2026

Explore Birding Bliss in Langtang Valley
Embark on a 10‑day Himalayan adventure into Langtang National Park, where rugged peaks meet pristine rivers and lush valleys. Our guided itinerary blends moderate trekking through terraced forests and alpine pastures with opportunities to see iconic Himalayan birds— Himalayan Monal, Tibetan Snowcock, Grandala, Himalayan White-browed Rosefinch, Pink-browed Rosefinch and more—against breathtaking Himalayan panoramas. Perfect for passionate birders, nature photographers, and anyone drawn to high‑altitude delight.

10-Day Birding Journey through Langtang Valley

Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu & Godawari Reserve

• Meet your guide in Kathmandu and travel north to the lush Godawari area.
• Key species: Asian Paradise-Flycatcher, Plaintive Cuckoo, Asian Koel, Greater Coucal.
• Scenic evening and briefing at your hotel.

Day 2: Drive to Syabrubensi & Riverside Birding

• Stop near Syabrubensi to scan forest patches and riversides.
• Target species: Wood pigeons, Green-pigeons, White-throated Needletail, Hawkcuckoos, Cuckoos.
• Overnight in a riverside lodge.

Day 3–4: Syabrubensi → Bamboo → Khimche Ridge

• Trek up through subtropical to temperate forest along the route.
• Watch for Kalij Pheasant, Satyr Tragopan, Himalayan Monal, Rufous‑throated Partridge, and Blood Pheasant
• Creeks and hillside terraces offer access to swiftlets, swifts, and cuckoos.

Day 5: Khimche to Langtang Village

• Continue toward Langtang, passing coniferous edge habitats.
• Possible sightings: White-collared Blackbirds, Red-flanked (Himalayan) Bluetail, and mountain warblers.

Day 6: Trek to Kyanjin Gompa & Ibisbill Spotting

• Early stroll along Langtang Khola targeting the famed Ibisbill—common in summer rivers.
• Alpine birds include Himalayan Snowcock and Tibetan Snowcock

Day 7: Explore Around Kyanjin

• Bird along treelines and ridge edges for Yellow-billed Chough, pheasants, and monals.
• Optional acclimatization hike up to vantage spots around 4,000 m.

Day 8: Return to Bamboo or Riverside

• Retracing the path downhill offers fresh views of forest species you may have missed.
• Ideal habitat to re-check for resident cuckoo or drongo-cuckoo species.

Day 9: Trek Back to Syabrubesi

• Hike through mid-elevation forest and farmland mosaics.
• Good opportunity for species like Hill Partridge, Turtle Dove, and green‑pigeons.

Day 10: Final Birding & Return to Kathmandu

• Final dawn birding near Sundarijal foothills.
• End of tour in Kathmandu with farewell lunch or dinner.