Experience Bird Watching

A Different Kind of Safari

You don't always need a jeep to discover the wild.

Sometimes, all you need is a quiet path, a pair of binoculars and the patience to look up. Manas is home to an extraordinary variety of birds, with forests, grasslands, wetlands and riverbanks creating habitats for species of every kind.

At Smiling Tusker, bird watching offers a chance to experience the landscape at its most peaceful. Walk slowly, listen carefully and let the calls around you guide your attention.

The Forest Has a Voice

The morning begins with sound.

A call from somewhere high in the canopy. Wings moving through the undergrowth. A sudden flash of colour between the leaves. Even when you cannot immediately see the bird, you know the forest is alive around you.

From colourful forest species to birds of the open grasslands and wetlands, every habitat brings something different to discover.

And that is the joy of birding in Manas - you never quite know what will appear next.

Take Your Time

Bird watching rewards patience more than speed. Find a quiet spot, keep your movements gentle and allow your eyes time to adjust to the landscape.

You may arrive looking for one particular species and leave remembering something completely unexpected.

In Manas, the smallest wings can lead you to the biggest discoveries.