Tour Overview
Royal Manas is the crown jewel of Bhutan’s protected areas: subtropical forest, grassland and river systems harbouring Bengal tigers, Asian elephants, one-horned rhinoceros, gangetic dolphins and over 360 bird species.
This safari combines jeep drives, ranger-led walks and gentle river rafting for a complete wildlife experience.
Tour Highlights
- Jeep safaris in Royal Manas National Park
- River rafting with wildlife viewing
- Rufous-necked hornbill spotting
- Ranger-led jungle walks and night drives
Day-by-Day Itinerary
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Day 1
Arrive Paro · Punakha
Welcome, transfer to Punakha with a stop at Dochula, and a short evening walk by the river.
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Day 2
Punakha · Trongsa
Drive east over the Pele La to Trongsa, with birding stops and a visit to Trongsa Dzong.
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Day 3
Descend to Royal Manas
Descend into the subtropical foothills to the park’s Zhemgang gateway; evening ranger briefing.
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Day 4
Royal Manas · Safari Day 1
Morning and afternoon jeep safaris on the park’s grassland circuits, looking for elephants and buffalo.
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Day 5
Royal Manas · River Day
Gentle rafting on the Manas river system with shore stops for kingfishers, hornbills and dolphins.
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Day 6
Royal Manas · Jungle Walk
Ranger-led walk through sal forest and a night drive for nocturnal mammals.
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Day 7
Return to Punakha
Return to the hills with afternoon birding stops along the Mangde Chhu.
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Day 8
Paro · Departure
Drive to Paro and transfer to the airport.