From Eaglenest's misty forests to Assam's floodplains, Northeast India is one of the world's richest birding regions — home to rare endemics.
On a recent journey across Northeast India, our guests explored some of the region's most remarkable wildlife sanctuaries and birding landscapes — a journey through dense rainforests, Himalayan mountain passes, river islands and remote conservation reserves that continue to attract birders from around the world.
Northeast India is widely regarded as one of Asia's most significant birdwatching regions, with more than 850 recorded bird species spread across its extraordinary range of ecosystems. From tropical lowland forests and alpine slopes to wetlands and bamboo groves, the diversity of habitats makes the region a true paradise for bird enthusiasts and nature lovers.
Among the most celebrated birding destinations in the region is Eaglenest Wildlife Sanctuary in Arunachal Pradesh, globally renowned for its rich biodiversity and for the discovery of the rare Bugun Liocichla. Other important birding landscapes include Namdapha National Park, Mishmi Hills, Dibang Valley, Pakke Tiger Reserve and Sela Pass — each offering unique habitats and opportunities to encounter rare Himalayan and Indo-Burmese species.
In Assam, destinations such as Kaziranga National Park, Nameri National Park, Dihing Patkai National Park, Dibru-Saikhowa National Park and Manas National Park continue to attract birders, photographers and conservationists alike. Wetlands and river systems across the Brahmaputra Valley also provide critical habitats for migratory and endangered species.
Nagaland, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Tripura and Manipur each contribute their own unique ecosystems and birdlife to the region. Places like Khonoma Conservation Reserve, Doyang, Cherrapunjee, Balpakram, Blue Mountain National Park and Loktak Lake remain deeply rewarding for those seeking lesser-explored birding experiences.
Bugun Liocichla · Ward's Trogon · Blyth's Tragopan · Himalayan Monal · Fire-tailed Myzornis · White-winged Wood Duck · Greater Adjutant Stork · Blue-naped Pitta · Naga Wren-Babbler · Marsh Babbler — and many more that make Northeast India globally significant for avian conservation.
Beyond birdwatching itself, what makes the experience truly exceptional is the combination of biodiversity, indigenous cultures, remote landscapes and the sense of exploration that still defines much of Northeast India today.
Whether you are an experienced birder, wildlife photographer or simply someone drawn to nature and wilderness, Northeast India offers one of the most immersive birding experiences anywhere in the world.
