Bumdeling Wildlife Sanctuary

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Each winter, black-necked cranes glide down into this remote eastern valley, their calls echoing off hills that climb from subtropical forest all the way to snow.

Spread across a vast altitudinal range in far-eastern Bhutan, Bumdeling Wildlife Sanctuary is the east's premier crane wintering ground and a haven of extraordinary biodiversity. Best known as a winter roost for the rare black-necked cranes Bhutan cherishes — the eastern counterpart to Phobjikha in the west — it also climbs from warm valleys to alpine heights, sheltering red pandas, tigers and even snow leopards in its remote upper reaches. Surrounding the Bumdeling valley near Chorten Kora, it offers birdsong, river meadows and genuine wilderness. Among the most rewarding wildlife sanctuaries in Bhutan, Bumdeling Wildlife Sanctuary Trashiyangtse is a highlight of things to do in Trashiyangtse. Bumdeling Wildlife Sanctuary Bhutan ranks high among places to visit in eastern Bhutan. Plan your visit via the official Bhutan Tourism portal: bhutan.travel.

Late October to February to see the black-necked cranes; spring and autumn bring mild weather and fine birding.

Time a winter visit for the cranes and keep a respectful distance from the roosting flocks, plan the remote journey with a local operator as deeper areas can require permits, bring binoculars for the exceptional birdlife, and combine the sanctuary with nearby Chorten Kora.

This attraction can be easily woven into BreakBag Holidays' customised Bhutan tour packages, pairing Bumdeling with Chorten Kora, Trashigang and eastern Bhutan's sights.

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