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Explore North East India's Most Extraordinary Birding Destinations

A 10 days birding expedition through North East India’s most extraordinary avian landscapes & birding hotspots including Nameri, Eaglenest Wildlife Sanctuary, Dirang and Sela.

North east India birding tour - Nameri, Dirang, Sela Pass & Eaglenest

9 Nights / 10 Days

Covers Nameri National Park, Dirang, Sela Pass & Eaglenest Wildlife Sanctuary

Target Species: White-winged Duck, Bugun Liocichla, Himalayan Monal, Blood Pheasant, Great Hornbill, Ward’s Trogon, Hodgson’s Frogmouth

Jeep safaris, walking birding sessions and tented camp accommodation

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Nameri National Park, Assam
Nameri National Park is one of the highlights of this north east India birding tour and among the finest locations for Assam birding tours. Located in the foothills of the Eastern Himalayas, this pristine landscape of riverine forests, grasslands and evergreen woodland provides outstanding opportunities to photograph some of the region’s most iconic bird species. Apart from the popular Kaziranga birding expedition, Nameri is also one of Assam’s popular locations to search for the endangered White-winged Duck alongside Great Hornbill, Wreathed Hornbill, Blue-bearded Bee-eater, Green Cochoa and numerous forest specialists.
Next destinations in our birding tours in North East India include the dramatic mountain landscapes of Dirang and Sela Pass. Here you get an entirely different birding experience, taking you from temperate forests to alpine habitats rich in Himalayan bird species. This section of the Arunachal Pradesh birding tour is renowned for Blood Pheasant, Himalayan Monal, Snow Partridge, Grandala and many high-altitude finches and thrushes. Birders searching for Mishmi Hills birds and other Himalayan specialties will find this region exceptionally rewarding.
No north east India birding tour is complete without visiting the legendary Eaglenest Wildlife Sanctuary, one of the world’s greatest birding hotspots that India is known for. This remarkable sanctuary supports over 450 bird species and is internationally famous as the only home of the Bugun Liocichla. From Great Hornbill to Ward’s Trogon, Red-faced Liocichla, Himalayan Cutia and Hodgson’s Frogmouth, Eaglenest offers unmatched bird diversity. It is the centrepiece of every bird photography tour in North East India.

Birding Highlights

  • Search for the elusive Bugun Liocichla, one of the world’s rarest birds, found only in Eaglenest Wildlife Sanctuary.
  • Photograph the endangered White-winged Duck in the pristine forests of Nameri National Park.
  • Observe iconic Himalayan bird species including Himalayan Monal, Blood Pheasant, Snow Partridge and Grandala.
  • Enjoy exceptional opportunities for bird photography tour in North East India with experienced local birding experts.
  • Experience one of the finest north east India wildlife tours, combining birdwatching, wildlife photography and pristine Himalayan landscapes.
  • Discover why North East India supports over 1,300 bird species, making it one of the richest birding destinations in Asia.
  • Comfortable accommodations, seamless private transfers between destinations and well paced itineraries for the best experience.
  • Off grid and immersive experience with tent accommodation in Eaglenest Wildlife Sanctuary.
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Detailed Itinerary

Explore the complete 11 Days / 10 Nights north east India birding tour itinerary, covering Nameri National Park, Dirang, Sela Pass and Eaglenest Wildlife Sanctuary. This itinerary is completely flexible and customizable to accommodate the interests, requirements and expectations of each birdwatcher.
  • DAY 1: Arrival In New Delhi
  • DAY 2: New Delhi - Nameri
  • DAY 3: In Nameri
  • DAY 4: Nameri To Dirang
  • DAY 5: Dirang & Sela Pass
  • DAY 6: Dirang To Eaglenest
  • DAY 7: In Eaglenest
  • DAY 8: In Eaglenest
  • DAY 9: Eaglenest To Guwahati
  • DAY 10: Guwahati To New Delhi
DAY 1: Arrival In New Delhi

Flight : Arrive in New Delhi

  • Arrive at New Delhi Airport and meet our representative in the arrivals area.
  • Get assistance with your luggage and a comfortable, private transfer to your hotel in the city.

Check-in: Hotel

  • At the hotel, receive help with check-in and a brief orientation about your upcoming India Birding Tour With Taj & Tigers, including all travel related documents, permits and emergency contact numbers.
  • Relax at your hotel or step out on your own to explore a café or local market, depending on your arrival time.

Dinner & Overnight stay at the hotel in New Delhi

Flight - New Delhi to Guwahati

After breakfast, transfer to the airport to board a flight to Guwahati.

Transfer: Drive to Nameri National Park (230 km / 5 - 6 hrs)

  • Meet our driver at Guwahati airport and depart for Nameri National Park which is situated in the foothills of the eastern Himalayas in Assam's Sonitpur District.
  • Check in at the lodge.

Birding Session No. 1: Evening Birding around Nameri Camp

  • Head out for evening birding around the camp.
  • A productive introduction to the rich avifauna of this region before the full day ahead.

Dinner & Overnight stay at lodge in Nameri

Birding Session No. 2 & 3: Morning and Afternoon Birding - Nameri National Park

  • Full day birding at Nameri National Park. Nameri shares its northern boundary with Pakhui (Pakke) Wildlife Sanctuary of Arunachal Pradesh, together constituting over 1,000 sq km of protected habitat.
  • Primary target: the rare, endangered White-winged Duck. Nameri is one of the best places in the world to find this highly elusive species.
  • Other key species: Greater Adjutant, Green Cochoa, Long-tailed Broadbill, Great and Wreathed Hornbills, Blue-bearded Bee-eater, Pied Falconet, Pied Harrier, Oriental Hobby, White-browed Piculet, Grey-bellied Tesia, Pale-chinned Blue Flycatcher and Black-backed Forktail.
  • The park also hosts excellent populations of Asian Elephant, tiger, leopard, dhole, clouded leopard, pygmy hog, gaur, sloth bear and capped langur.

Dinner & Overnight stay at lodge in Nameri

Transfer: Drive to Dirang (approx. 300 km / 7 - 8 hrs)

  • Early breakfast and depart for Dirang through the scenic landscapes of Arunachal Pradesh.
  • The drive climbs steadily from the foothills into the higher altitude forests and valleys of West Kameng District.

Birding Session No. 4: Afternoon Birding around Dirang

  • On arrival, check in to lodge.
  • Afternoon birding session in and around Dirang -explore pine, alder and chestnut forests, riverine habitats and cultivated areas for an introduction to the Himalayan avifauna of this altitude.

Dinner & Overnight stay at lodge in Dirang

Birding Session No. 5: Early Morning Drive to Sela Pass (4,200 m)

  • Early morning drive to the famous Sela Pass at 4,200 metres, one of the highest drivable mountain passes in all the Himalayas.
  • A memorable morning's birding for montane species: Blood Pheasant, Snow Partridge, Himalayan Monal, Himalayan Vulture, Snow Pigeon, Grandala, Hodgson's Redstart, Alpine Accentor, Tibetan Serin, Plain Mountain Finch, Himalayan White-browed Rosefinch, Spotted Laughingthrush, Rufous-breasted Bush Robin and White-browed Tit-warbler. Several finch, grosbeak and thrush species also possible.

Afternoon: Dirang Sightseeing (Optional)

  • Afternoon at leisure with optional sightseeing:
  • Dirang Dzong - A ~150-year-old fort showing Bhutanese architectural influence; surrounding stone houses date back ~500 years.
  • Hot Water Spring - Rich in sulphur with reputed medicinal properties; a short walk from town.
  • Yak Research Centre - India's National Research Centre on Yak, located above the main town.

Dinner & Overnight stay at lodge in Dirang

Birding Session No. 6: Morning Birding around Dirang

  • Enjoy breakfast amid bird calls around the lodge.
  • Head for a productive morning birding session around Dirang before departing.

Transfer: Drive to Eaglenest Wildlife Sanctuary (65 km / 2 - 3 hrs)

  • Drive toward Eaglenest, a birder's paradise in the Himalayan foothills of West Kameng District, Arunachal Pradesh.
  • The sanctuary conjoins Sessa Orchid Sanctuary to the northeast and Pakhui Tiger Reserve across the Kameng river to the east. Altitude ranges from 500 to 3,250 metres and over 450 bird species recorded.

Birding Session No. 7: Afternoon Birding around Eaglenest Camp

  • Check in at the tented camp. This is the only accommodation available in this remote wilderness.
  • Head out for an afternoon birding around the camp.

Dinner & Overnight stay at tented camp in Eaglenest

Birding Session No. 8: Full Day Birding - Bompu, Sesni & Sunderview

  • Wake up to a medley of bird calls and a full day birding inside the sanctuary exploring key areas: Bompu, Sesni and Sunderview.
  • Primary target: Bugun Liocichla - first sighted in 1995 and declared a new species in 2006; one of the world's rarest birds, found only in Eaglenest.
  • Other key species: Ward's Trogon, Red-headed Trogon, Red-faced Liocichla, Slender-billed Scimitar Babbler, Black-eared Shrike Babbler, Himalayan Cutia, Golden-naped Finch, Hodgson's Frogmouth and Rufous-headed Parrotbill.
  • Great Hornbill and other hornbill species are a major attraction - their calls echo through the deep Himalayan valleys.

Dinner & Overnight stay at tented camp in Eaglenest

Birding Session No. 9: Full Day Birding - Eaglenest

  • After breakfast, start your birding adevnture for the whole day. Focus on any species not yet recorded.
  • Eaglenest Wildlife Sanctuary is part of the Kameng Elephant Reserve and is notable as a prime birding site due to the extraordinary variety, numbers and accessibility of species across its extreme altitudinal range. Hornbills remain a highlight throughout the day.

Dinner & Overnight stay at tented camp in Eaglenest

Transfer: Drive to Guwahati (240 km / 8 - 9 hrs)

  • Early morning after breakfast, drive towards Guwahati through the beautiful landscapes of the eastern Himalayas, passing tea plantations along the way.
  • Check in at hotel on arrival.

Overnight stay at hotel in Guwahati

Transfer - Guwahati to New Delhi

Early morning after breakfast, transfer to Guwahati airport to board a flight to New Delhi.

Trip Concludes

  • From New Delhi, fly back home or continue to an onward destination.
  • Our representative will assist with your airport transfer and onward connection. Concludes your Birding in North East India tour covering Nameri, Dirang, Sela Pass and Eaglenest across 10 extraordinary nights.

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Inclusions & Exclusions

The Tour Plan Includes:

  • Accommodation in New Delhi and Guwahati on bed and breakfast basis.
  • Accommodation in Nameri, Dirang and Eaglenest on room, all meals and birding safari basis.
  • Entrance and birding guide charges in Nameri, Dirang and Eaglenest.
  • Assistance at airports and hotels throughout.
  • All land transfers in air-conditioned Toyota Innova/Crysta.
  • All currently applicable taxes.

The Tour Plan Excludes:

  • International and domestic airfare.
  • Still / video camera fees in national parks.
  • Personal expenses including tips, beverages, laundry, phone calls and souvenirs.
  • Travel insurance or medical coverage.
  • Anything not mentioned in the inclusions.

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