Hainann+Nonggang（Guangxi）+Yunnan
Departure date ：Dec. 28th.-13th. Jan.
Tour is full for 2026 & 2027
Overview
This tour explores Hainan, Nonggang, western& Northern Yunnan, Gaoligong Mountains , a paradise for birders with diverse ecosystems and rare endemics. Hainan features Hainan Peacock-Pheasant and Hainan Partridge in lush forests. Nonggang’s karst terrain is home to the endemic Nonggang Babbler and Bar-backed Partridge. Western Yunnan, an Asian birdlife crossroads, has Slender-billed Scimitar Babbler and Gray Peacock-Pheasant. Gaoligongshan, a biodiversity hotspot, boasts Babblers,Laughingthrushes,partridges,pheasants. Lijiang blends alpine and wetland habitats, with Yunnan Nuthatch and Biet’ Laughinthrush in nearby forests. Each spot offers unique avian treasures across subtropical to alpine landscapes.
Trip Highlights
- Hainan Peacock-Pheasant
- Hainan Partridge
- Nonggang Babbler
- Chinese Barbet
- Ratchet-tailed Treepie
- IndoChinese Green-Magpie
- Blue-rumped Pitta
- White-headed Langur
- White-hooded Babbler
- Spot-breasted Laughingthrush
- Scarlet-faced Liocichla
- Scarlet Finch
- Slender-billed Scimitar Babbler
- Cachar Wedge-billed Babbler
- Gray Peacock-Pheasant
Itinerary
This birding tour kicks off in Hainan, where we’ll seek out the island’s unique endemic species. We then head to Nonggang, a prime spot for rare hyper-local birds—and a fantastic chance to spot the iconic White-headed Langur. From there, we’ll fly to Kunming and journey into western Yunnan, a subtropical birding paradise teeming with babblers, scimitar babblers, laughingthrushes, pittas, thrushes, and a dazzling array of small, vibrantly colored songbirds.
Uponal arrival, picked up by our local guide, drive to Jianfengling National Forest Park,night the Park's Guest house.
Hainan Partridge and Hainan Peacock-Pheasant, Chinese Barbet, Hainan (or Swinhoe's) Laughingthrush and Hainan Leaf Warbler， Ratchet-tailed Treepie, Rufous-cheeked Laughingthrush and Yellow-billed Nuthatch. Along with many other birds which are endemic subspecies on Hainan,such as Silver Pheasant, Chinese Bulbul,Pale Blue Flycatcher, White-winged Magpie,Fork-tailed Sunbird,Plain Flowerpecker
Return to Sanya, fly to Nanning in Guangxi. Drive to Nonggang, drive to visit White-headed Langur on the way.
Nonggang Babbler,Blue-rumped Pitta, Indochinese Green and White-winged Magpie, Black-throated Laughingthruish,Limestone Leaf Warbler and Pale-footed Bush Warbler,David’s Fulvetta, Streaked Wren Babbler and Buff-breasted Babbler.
Return to Nanning, flying to Tengchong, transfer from Kunming, over night in Tengchong.
Grey Peacock-Pheasant, White-cheeked Partridge, Blue-naped and Rusty-naped Pittas, Collared Treepie, Collared and Burmese Mynas, Rufous-headed Parrotbills, White-hooded Babbler, Red-tailed,Grey-sided, Spot-breasted Laughingthrush,Kalij Pheasant, Large, Coral-billed and Red-billed Scimitar Babblers,,Common Green Magpie, Drongos, Sunbirds, Barbets, Sibias,Forktails, Flycatchers,Thrushes (Dark-sided,Long-billed, Himalayan), we will also try for the elusive Naung Mung Scimitar Babbler. on the last day, we may slowly drive back towards Tengchong and spend 1 night here in Tengchong.
In the morning, drive to open land in search of Brown-winged Parrotbil, then try for Ibisbill, Long-billed Plover and River Lapwing at a nearby river. in the afternoon, drive to Baihualing, over night at the Guesthouse at Baihualing in Gaoligong mountain.
Rufous-throated, Hill and Mountain Bamboo Partridges,Lady Amherst's,Kalij, Mrs. Hume's Pheasant, Golden-throated Barbet, Slender-billed Scimitar Babbler, Cachar Wedge-billed Babbler, Scarlet-faced Liocichla,Moustached, Blue-winged,Assam, Red-tailed, Laughingthrush, Beautiful,Long-tailed,Gray, Black-headed Sibia, Chestnut-headed ,Grey-bellied Tesias, Grey-winged Blackbird, Black-breasted, Long-tailed and Himalayan Thrushes, Golden Bush Robin, Maroon-backed Accentor, Mrs Gould's Sunbird and Scarlet Finch, Laughingthrush, Yunnan and Rusty-capped Fulvettas,etc.
Early morning drive north to Lijiang County (520km / 7 hours). close to Lijiang, drive to visit the Pine Forests for Yunnan Nuthatch,
Rufous-tailed Babbler(Moupinia), Black-browed Bushtit, Black-bibbed Tit and the Eye-ringed Parrotbill (split from Brown-winged),then continue drive to Liju village close to next day's birding. Night at Homestay Hotel.
In the morning, drive into a remote valley for Biet’s (White-speckled),Black-faced, Moustached,Spotted,Elliot’s Laughingthrush Laughingthrush,other species including Black-streaked Scimitar Babbler, Crested Finchbill, Brown-breasted Bulbul, , Black-browed Bushtit and Spectacled, White-browed and Manipur Fulvettas. In the afternoon, drive back to Lijiang and visit La Shi Hai, If lucky enough, we may can find Black-necked Cranes here.
Today’s activities will depend on your flight departure time. We’ll go birding at the Ten-Thousand-Mu Rhododendron Garden in the morning, then drive back to Lijiang Airport for departure
Includes/Excludes
Cost Includes
- All Meals – Local cuisine served at authentic local restaurants
- Accommodation – Good standard hotels in urban areas; the best available local eco-lodges/guesthouses near birdwatching sites
- All Local Ground Transportation – Daily-use private car
- Professional Birding Guide – English-speaking specialist accompanying the group throughout the entire trip
- All Entrance Fees – Covering all bird hide/blinds fees and entrance tickets to nature reserves, national forest parks.
- Daily Refreshments – Complimentary drinking water, tea, coffee, and fresh fruits
Cost Excludes
- International/Domestic Flights – Arrival flights to the tour’s starting city(Sanya) and departure flights from the tour’s concluding city(Lijiang)
- Alcoholic Beverages – All alcoholic drinks
- Travel Insurance – Comprehensive travel insurance coverage (including trip cancellation, medical, and personal accident insurance)
- Service Gratuities – Tips for the birding guide and drivers (a suggested daily gratuity amount will be provided based on the size of the group)
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQ
Rates decrease as group size increases. The final price will be determined by the total number of confirmed participants. By the final booking deadline(60 days prior to departure),If fewer than 8 guests register (for instance, only 3 participants), the price will be 3 Pax price(6,800 USD./person). Should the 3 participants decline this small-group rate, we may either postpone your booking to the next year scheduled departure to await additional participants, or the tour will be cancelled, with all payments fully refunded.
The arrival city is Sanya, the departure city is Lijiang
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