Wildlifeof Bhutan
Wildlife in Royal Manas National Park
Zhemgang / Sarpang
Bhutan's oldest protected area, a sweep of subtropical forest and river grassland along the Manas River on the Indian border, continuous with Manas National Park in Assam. It holds tigers, elephants, gaur, golden langurs, clouded leopards and hornbills, and is one of the richest parks in the eastern Himalaya. Access is limited; go with an operator who can arrange permits.
Highlights
- Tigers, elephants and gaur
- Golden langurs and four hornbill species
- River trips on the Manas
Top wildlife targets
Trip reports from here
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Quick answers
- What wildlife can you see in Royal Manas National Park?
- Top wildlife targets in Royal Manas National Park include Tiger, Asian Elephant, Gaur, Golden Langur, Great Hornbill and Rufous-necked Hornbill. Highlights: Tigers, elephants and gaur.
- Where is Royal Manas National Park?
- Royal Manas National Park is in Zhemgang / Sarpang, Bhutan (about 26.85°, 90.95°).
- What are the highlights of Royal Manas National Park?
- Tigers, elephants and gaur, Golden langurs and four hornbill species and River trips on the Manas.