Birding Tour @ Latpanchar & Mahananda WLS

Overview

7 Nights / 8 DaysLatpanchar, perched in the misty foothills of the eastern Himalayas, is one of India's finest birding destinations — a mosaic of subtropical and temperate forests teeming with hornbills, trogons, broadbills, and rare pittas. Mahananda Wildlife Sanctuary, bordering the Teesta River plains, complements the hills with its dense sal forest and rich lowland avifauna. Together, this 8-day circuit through West Bengal delivers a spectacular cross-section of Himalayan and Terai biodiversity, guided by experts who know every trail, hide, and forest call.

Itinerary at a glance

Day 01:Bagdogra Airport → Latpanchar
Day 02:Full Day at Latpanchar
Day 03:Full Day at Latpanchar
Day 04: Latpanchar → Darjeeling
Day 05: Darjeeling → Kurseong
Day 06:Kurseong → Siliguri (Mahananda WLS)
Day 07:Full Day at Mahananda WLS
Day 08:Siliguri → Bagdogra Airport

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Itinerary

Day 01

Day01

Bagdogra Airport → LatpancharArrive at Bagdogra Airport. Our representative will greet you and transfer you to the homestay at Latpanchar, nestled in the eastern Himalayan foothills. Settle in and enjoy the serene surroundings. Evening at leisure to explore nearby trails. Overnight stay at Latpanchar Homestay.

Day 02

Day02

Full Day at LatpancharEarly morning birding session in the subtropical forests around Latpanchar. Target species include Rufous-necked Hornbill, Red-headed Trogon, Long-tailed Broadbill, and Sultan Tit. Afternoon session deeper into the forest trails. Night birding session to spot Hodgson’s Frogmouth and owls. Overnight stay at Latpanchar Homestay.

Day 03

Day03

Full Day at LatpancharContinue birding in different zones around Latpanchar. Visit forest hides for photography opportunities. Look for Blue-naped Pitta, Green Cochoa, Sapphire Flycatcher, and various laughingthrushes. Evening night birding session. Overnight stay at Latpanchar Homestay.

Day 04

Day04

Latpanchar → DarjeelingAfter a morning birding session, check out from Latpanchar and drive to Darjeeling. Check into the resort and visit photography hides (2 hides available in Darjeeling). Target species include mountain specialists and raptors. Overnight stay at Darjeeling Resort.