Bhutan is famous for its beautiful landscapes, pacifying energy and natural wonders. This fascinating country has so much in store for nature lovers. While talking about Bhutan, we must not miss its exquisite flora and fauna that keeps amazing visitors every now and then! The wildlife sanctuaries and national parks of Bhutan are the popular tourist attractions of the country. If you are a nature lover, you can book a tour package from Tourism Bhutan then you should add these amazing wildlife sanctuaries into your travel list! Let’s gather information about them first:

1. Sakteng Wildlife Sanctuary:

Situated in the Trashigang District, this sanctuary houses rare flora and fauna of the eastern ecosystem of Bhutan. You can see beautiful flowers like blue poppy during the spring season here which is the national flower of Bhutan. Apart from it, the best highlight of this sanctuary among the fauna is black-rumped magpie; which is the smartest known bird of this ecosystem. According to locals, this place is also home to mythical creature Yeti.

2. Jomotsangkha Wildlife Sanctuary:

Jomotsangkha Wildlife Sanctuary is the most famous wildlife sanctuary of south-eastern Bhutan and also area-wise the smallest protected reserve of the country. The main animal that attracts people to this sanctuary is pygmy hog; which is a critically endangered species. You would be amazed to know that only around 150 pygmy hogs have remained in this world now; which means maybe this is your only chance to see it.

3. Bumdeling Wildlife Sanctuary:

Bumdeling Wildlife Sanctuary is quite big as compared to other sanctuaries. It shares its borders with two countries namely Tibet region of China and north-eastern regions of India. This wildlife sanctuary is the hub of many endangered species so; you would have to go through many security checks before entering the territory. The unique and rare creatures like red panda are waiting for you in the sanctuary! Its cuteness would surely steal your heart, and you will end up spending more time with it.

4. Phibsoo Wildlife Sanctuary:

Phibsoo Wildlife Sanctuary was established with the purpose of preserving the sal forests of the country, but now also became the habitat of animals and birds. Situated in the southern part of Bhutan, it houses animals like gaur, Asian elephants, golden langurs, and Chital deer, etc. Nature lovers would be happy to know that they can find a diverse variety of tropical and sub-tropical foliage in this sanctuary!

5. Royal Manas National Park:

Royal Manas National Park is worth paying a visit as it’s the oldest protected area of the country and also honored with the title of “Bhutan’s Crown Jewel”. This is one of the rare national parks where you can spot the endangered species of Royal Bengal Tiger! Yes, you would be lucky enough to see this majestic animal from such a short distance if you are planning to visit this national park. Other animals which you can find here are one-horned rhinoceros, Asian elephant, clouded leopard, and Himalayan black bear.