Due to Bhutan's amazing diversity in animals and plants Bhutan has been recognized as one of the ten global hot spots for environmental conservation. It leads the world with its pristine and intact forest cover. Bhutan's environment is extremely wide ranging for a nation of its size, and experiences extreme variations in both attitude and climate, encompassing the snow capped Himalayas to the steamy jungles of Bhutan's Southern border.
These dramatic differences in the landscape, coupled with an active commitment from Bhutan's Government to sustained development has resulted in Bhutan's environment possessing 60% of the species that can found in the Eastern Himalayans. 
Bhutan has been described as a natural paradise for its rich and pristine biodiversity. Even as the world conservationists fight against the loss of fragile ecosystems, this small Himalayan kingdom is emerging as an example to the international community with more than 72 percent of its land still under forest. The Bhutan government has consciously decided to forego immediate economic gain from exploitation of its natural resources, that many developing nations fall victim too, in order to preserve its environment for long term sustainable benefits.
To date Bhutan possesses;
- more than 100 different kinds of mammal, including the illusive snow leopard, blue sheep and the national animal the Takin.
- 620 different kinds of bird species, of which 15 are highly endangered - including the white bellied heron and phalli's fish eagle
- over 5,400 different plant species, with 750 only to be found in the eastern Himalayas, 50 of which can only be found in Bhutan, 300 known medicinal plants, 46 different species of rhododendrons 600 species of orchid, and of course the blue poppy our national flower.
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Go on a 4WD Bird watching Adventure.
With over 675 species the variety of birds, birds in Bhutan can be highly variable over a very short distance. We can take you though some of the most highly recommend bird watching areas - the old trail from Dochu La to Wangdue Phodrang and Wangdue Phodrang to Nobding (on the way to Pele La)
Visit Black Mountains national park one of Bhutan's many nature reserves you could visit.
The 1400sq km virgin forest park of the Black Mountains is home to Monkey Troops, Tigers, Himalayan Black Bears, Leopards, Gorals, Serows, Sambars, Wild Pigs, Golden Langurs, and 449 documented bird species. During November to March this trip can also incorporate the 'Phobjikha valley' the wintering location of the "Black Necked Crane".
OTHER ITINERARY IDEAS:
See the hills of Bhutan 'ablaze' with Magnolias and Bhutan's most famous Rhododendron 'etho metho' (flowering March-May)
Trek or take a day walk through multicolored carpets of Alpine wildflowers.
Varieties include anemones, forget-me-nots, dwarf irises, primulas, delphiniums, and ranunculus. Flowering begins at the end of winter , with the most vibrant flowering occurring just after the Monsoon in late august early September (blooming March-September)
Hunt for the "Blue Poppy', Bhutan's National Flower.
The Blue Poppy grows for several years to nearly a meter tall, flowers, and then dies (blooming in late May to July)
Visit Bhutan Conservation organizations -WWF and RSPN
Learn and discuss with local environmental experts the current environmental and wildlife programs in Bhutan.
Experience face to face the majestic beauty of the Himalayan Mountains
Experience face to face the majestic beauty of the Himalayan Mountains and forests by taking a nature trek or nature day walk with our Nature Guide to experience and learn about Bhutan's diverse plant and animal life
Take a trip to 'Phobjikha valley' the wintering location of the "Black Necked Crane".
The entire worldwide population only comes to 6000 (November - March)
Take a walk around the National Botanical Gardens.
The garden has a collection of 5500 different species of plants, and an information center that sells medicines collected form the gardens medicinal plant collection.
Visit the 'Takin Reserve' and see Bhutan's National Animal
Lunch (or have breakfast amongst the morning mists!) amongst a panoramic view of Bhutan Himalayans.
Take a scenic drive to Dochula pass adorned with prayer flags and the beautiful 108 Druk Wangyel Stupas overlooking the Bhutan's Himalayan ranges.
