Bird watching tour
8 Days Starting and ending in kathmandu
Visiting: Kathmandu, Pokhara
Tour operator:
Tour code:
XX4
Group Type:
Private
Specialist Group:
Fifty+
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
1 - 10
Age range:
15-90
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians, Vegans, Meat, Kosher, Jain, Halal
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
Interests:
Private Available:
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Tour Overview
Phulchowki is situated 18km Southeast of Kathmandu. At 2760m, it is the highest of the mountains around the Kathmandu valley and provides an ideal introduction to the birds of Nepal. Regularly recorded resident species include Besra, Black Eagle, Mountain Hawk-Eagle, Kalij Pheasant, Common Hill Partridge, Ashy Woodpigeon, Wedge-tailed Green Pigeon, Mountain Scops Owl, Collared Owlet, Golden-throated Barbet, Speckled Piculet, Crimson-breasted Pied and Rufous-bellied Pied Woodpeckers, Grey-chinned Minivet, Striated Bulbul, Orange-bellied Leafbird, Spotted Forktail, Chestnut-headed and grey-bellied Tesias, Chestnut-crowned and black faced Warblers, Rufous-bellied Niltava, Lesser Scaly-breasted Wren Babbler, Streak-breasted Scimitar-Babbler, Grey-throated and Spiny Babblers, White-crested, striated, Rufous-chinned and grey-sided Laughing thrushes, Red-billed Leiothrix, Cuttia, White-browed Green and Black-eared Shrike-Babblers, Hoary Barwing, Blue-winged Minla, Nepal Fulvetta, Yellow-browed Tit, Brown-throated Treecreeper, Black-throated Sunbird, Maroon Oriole, Eurasian and Lancelated Jays, Red-billed Blue Magpie and Brown Bullfinch . A further 55 species have been known to visit the area as migratory or occasional visitors. Phulchowki's forests are also very rich in flora and butterflies. Mammals include Leopard, Yellow-throated Marten and Orange-bellied Squirrel. The following day, we will move to Pokhara. We will thoroughly explore the forest along the southern shore of the lake. Apart from the many birds found here, we are rewarded with some of the best views of the Annapurnas and Machhapuchhare that Pokhara has to offer. Species regularly seen in this forest and along the shore of the lake include Besra, Red-thighed Falconet, Pallid and Pied Harriers, Eurasian Griffon, Red-headed and Eurasian Black Vultures, Kalij Pheasant, Ducks, Gulls, Terns, Waders, Bulbul, Black-backed Forktail, Puff-throated Babbler, White-crested, Lesser Necklaced and Rufous-chinned Laughing Thrushes, Red-billed Leiothrix, Minivetts, Crimson Sunbird, Maroon Oriole, Lesser Racket-tailed Drongo, Red-billed and Green Magpies, Long-tailed Mountain Thrush, Chestnut-headed and Grey-bellied Tesias, Chestnut-crowned Warbler, Small and Rufous-bellied Niltavas and Snowy-brown Flycatcher, Long-tailed Broadbill, Pale Blue Flycatcher, White-tailed Robin, Spiny Babbler, White-browed Scimitar-Babbler, Striated Munia, Lesser Whitethroat and Thick-billed Warbler. Our experienced bird watchers will take you through areas most prone to seeing these birds. After we've been awe-struck by the birds surrounding Pokhara (Phewa Lake, Begnas Lake, and Rupa Lake), we head back to Kathmandu for a farewell dinner.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Arrival In Kathmandu
Location: Kathmandu
Accommodation: Hotel
Upon your arrival at the Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu, the Adventure Himalayan representatives will pick you up and transfer you to the hotel. After refreshment, you will be briefed in short about your tour by our guide or tour leader. If you have any questions or doubts about your trip then they should be asked and clarified at this time. Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 2 : Bird Watching Tour In Phulchowki
Location: Kathmandu
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
We leave from the hotel and head out for a full day bird watching in Phulchowki (2759m), about 18km southeast of Kathmandu. We also explore Godavari Royal Botanical Garden for some prime butterfly watching. Later, we head back to Kathmandu. Overnight at hotel.
Day 3 : Bird Watching Tour In Shivapuri National Park
Location: Kathmandu
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
In the morning, we head to Shivapuri National Park to see the various bird species there. A total of 318 bird species have been identified in the park, including the Golden-throated Barbet, Large Hawk Cuckoo, Eurasian Cuckoo, Himalayan Cuckoo, Collared Owlet, and others. Later, we head back to Kathmandu. Overnight in hotel.
Day 4 : Kathmandu To Pokhara
Location: Pokhara
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Leaving Kathmandu behind, we will drive through Prithvi Highway along the road offering scenic beauties of mountains, terraces and river for about 7hrs to take us to Pokhara where we will stay in a Lakeside Hotel overnight.
Day 5 : Bird Watching Tour Near Fewa Lake
Location: Pokhara
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today will be full of day bird watching and exploration near the Fewa Lake area.we will see birds like: Besra, Red-thighed Falconet, Pallid and Pied Harriers, Eurasian Griffon, Red-headed and Eurasian Black Vultures, Kalij Pheasant, Ducks, Gulls, Terns, Waders, Bulbul, Black-backed Forktail, Puff-throated Babbler, White-crested, Lesser Necklaced and Rufous-chinned Laughing Thrushes, Red-billed Leiothrix, Minivetts, Crimson Sunbird, Maroon Oriole anymore.Overnight at hotel.
Day 6 : Bird Watching Tour Near Rupa Lake
Location: Pokhara
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today will be full of bird watching and exploration near the Rupa Lake area. we will see birds like:Lesser Racket-tailed Drongo, Red-billed and Green Magpies, Long-tailed Mountain Thrush, Chestnut-headed and Grey-bellied Tesias, Chestnut-crowned Warbler, Small and Rufous-bellied Niltavas and Snowy-brown Flycatcher, Long-tailed Broadbill, Pale Blue Flycatcher, White-tailed Robin, Spiny Babbler, White-browed Scimitar-Babbler, Striated Munia, Lesser Whitethroat and Thick-billed Warbler anymore.Overnight at hotel.
Day 7 : Drive From Pokhara To Kathmandu
Location: Kathmandu
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Today, we will drive back to Kathmandu along the scenic Prithvi Highway. It will take about 6 hours to reach Kathmandu. We will have a farewell dinner in the evening. Overnight in Kathmandu.
Day 8 : Final Departure
Location: Kathmandu
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast you will have some free time until to leave the international airport for your final departure.
What's Included
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Accommodation
Four nights accommodation in three star category hotel in Kathmandu, Three nights accommodation in three star category hotel in Pokhara
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Airport Transfers at Destination
Kathmandu arrival and Departure transfer, All ground transportation by tourist bus and private vehicle
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Drinks with Meals
Breakfast included in kathmandu and Pokhara Hotel, Farewell dinner in Kathmandu with Nepali cultural dance
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Entrance Fees
Shivapuri National park permit
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Free Wi-Fi at Accommodation
yes, all room
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Fully Guided
Experienced Guide for bird watching
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Local Taxes
Local tax include in this price
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Insurance for Guide and driver
What's Not Included
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1 bottle of Mineral Water per person per day
mineral water
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All Domestic Transportation (including internal flights)
International and dometive airfare
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Country Entry Visas
Nepal entry visa fee
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Drinks with Meals
Lunch, dinner and tea and coffee
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Entrance Fees
Kathmandu and pokhara sightseeing
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Tipping and Gratuities
Tips to guide, drivers etc.
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• Beverage and expenses of personal nature,any Optional Sightseeing Tours and extension of tours, hotel accommodation etc,Personal Insurance.
Mode of Transport
Arrival and Departure private vehicle
All the tour by private vehicle
Accommodation
3 star hotel with Breakfast
Check out our Q&As
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What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?
Three star Hotel
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Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?
Yes
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Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?
Yes
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What is the tipping policy?
GBP 100-150 Guide and 50-100 driver per Group
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What is the maximum group size?
10
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What is the fitness level required to do this tour?
Healthy
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Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?
Yes
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Will passengers from another country be participating in the tour?
Yes
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Company Instant Book
Yes
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Is the tour coach air conditioned?
Yes
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Is free Wi-Fi available in the accommodation used?
Yes
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Are airport transfers included in this tour?
Yes
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What happens if a group doesn’t make its minimum required number of passengers?
1-10
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Do you require a visa for this holiday?
Yes
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes
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Is there a supplement for solo travellers?
Yes
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes,
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What is a cancelation policy
The cancellation charges are expressed hereafter as a percentage of the total tour price Cancellation 60 days or more before departure: Loss of deposit. Cancellation 59-20 days before departure: 45% of cost of services booked. Cancellation less than 20 days before departure: 100% of cost of services booked.
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
yes, ones booked the tour it will be granted
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Am I contributing to any charity by booking the tour?
5% my profit goes to homeless Childs
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How long has the tour company been trading?
12 years
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
If you are fully vaccinated just bring QR code no need other things. If you are not being fully vaccinated, or have not completed a full dose of vaccination at least 14 days prior to arriving in Nepal, COVID-19 test report (RT-PCR, Gene Expert, True NAAT or WHO accredited test) showing negative result done within the last 72 hours of boarding from the first airport or, if you are entering through
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
it will possible single share option but you have to pay single supplement
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
date change free
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
Guide and porter
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
we are fully responsibility in tourism, including travel agents and tour .
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Trekkers’ Information Management System (TIMS) fees Annapurna Conservation permit
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Adventure Himalayan Travels & Treks requires a minimum deposit of 20% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 56 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of adventure himalayan travels & treks charges.
Up to 60 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 59 days before tour starts: Forfeit 45% of booking price.
At 19 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.