Bird Watching

Bird watching in Pakistan offers enthusiasts access to over 668 recorded species across some of Asia’s most diverse ecosystems. From the soaring Himalayan griffons in Gilgit-Baltistan’s high-altitude valleys to the vibrant bee-eaters along Sindh’s wetlands, Pakistan’s avian landscape rivals any international birding destination at a fraction of the cost.

Your birding adventure might begin in Khunjerab National Park tracking snow partridges and golden eagles against 4,500-meter peaks, then shift to Punjab’s Chashma Barrage where migratory flamingos and pelicans arrive each winter by the thousands. The Indus River wetlands host rare Dalmatian pelicans, while KPK’s oak forests shelter endemic species like the western tragopan and koklass pheasant. In Balochistan’s Hanna Lake and Hub Dam areas, you’ll spot houbara bustards and MacQueen’s bustards alongside resident raptors. The autumn and spring migrations (September-November and March-May) transform locations like Taunsa Barrage and Keenjhar Lake into avian highways, where serious birders can log 80+ species in a single day.

This activity suits everyone from casual nature lovers photographing colorful kingfishers to dedicated ornithologists seeking Pakistan endemics and rare vagrants. Whether you’re building your life list, capturing award-winning wildlife photography, or simply enjoying peaceful mornings in untouched wilderness, bird watching connects you with Pakistan’s ecological treasures. The country’s position along the Central Asian Flyway makes it a critical stopover for migratory species, offering world-class birding experiences that remain refreshingly uncrowded and authentically wild.