Bird Watching in Chitwan
Observe birds along forest edges, grasslands and river habitats.
Chitwan is the best destination for bird watching. The species you can see here include Cormorants, Lesser Adjutant Stork, Blue Indian Roller, Hornbills, Stork-billed Kingfishers, Grey-headed Eagles, Ruby-cheeked Sunbird, Bengal Florican, Large-tailed Nightjar, Asian Paradise Flycatcher, Bee-eaters and Lesser Florican, to name just a few. In fact, more than 500 species have been recorded in Chitwan alone.
A slower way to explore
A guided bird-watching outing gives you time to listen, watch and learn about the birds you come across.
Plan your outing
Let us know your experience level and interests. Bring binoculars if you have them, and ask which locations and times best suit the conditions.
When to go
The best birdwatching months are December to March, and migratory birds pass through from September to November and again from February to April. Early mornings are best, so our longer packages schedule bird watching at around 6.15am, before breakfast. New to birding? Our beginner's guide to birdwatching in Chitwan has tips on where to look and what to bring.