These Hill Destinations Are Perfect For Bird Watching In Himachal Pradesh

Dharamshala

The dense forest of Upper Dharamshala is home to rarely-seen birds. These are bulbul, Indian grey hornbill, and woodpeckers. 

Pong Dam Wetlands, Kangra

The wetlands of the dam are a top bird-watching site. Bird species such as babblers, warblers, kingfishers, and moorhens can be easily spotted here.

Pin Valley National Park

This park is home to several cold desert bird species like Himalayan snowcocks, snow partridge, kestrels, and golden eagles. Perfect place for bird-watchers.

Great Himalayan National Park

This national park is undisturbed forests, the wilderness here is just unexplored. Rare species of birds can be found here like yellow-billed blue magpie.

Chail Wildlife Sanctuary

The sanctuary in Chail is another beautiful spot for birdwatchers. Chir pheasant and Khalij pheasants are a common sight here.

Hatu Peak, Narkanda

Great place for bird-watching along the trail of Hatu Peak. Beautiful bird species like Indian blue robin, brownish-flanked bush warbler, Himalayan griffon can be seen.