Black-Necked Crane Festival, Bhutan
What to see at Black-Necked Crane Festival and how to fit it into a Bhutan trip.
Quick answer
Annual November festival in Phobjikha celebrating the arrival of endangered cranes from Tibet.
Best season for Bhutan: March–May; September–November. Recommended trip length: 5–8 Days.
About Black-Necked Crane Festival
Annual November festival in Phobjikha celebrating the arrival of endangered cranes from Tibet.
Black-Necked Crane Festival is one of 14 places we cover in Bhutan, and falls on day 3 of our 5-day Bhutan plan. A 5-day Bhutan trip from Mumbai costs about ₹85,000 per person at budget stays with return flights.
More places to visit in Bhutan
- Tiger's Nest
- Punakha Dzong
- Dochula Pass
- Tiger's Nest Monastery
- Paro Dzong
- Punakha Valley
- Thimphu Weekend Market
- Phobjikha Valley
Questions about Black-Necked Crane Festival
What is Black-Necked Crane Festival?
Annual November festival in Phobjikha celebrating the arrival of endangered cranes from Tibet.
When is the best time to visit Black-Necked Crane Festival?
Bhutan's best season is March–May; September–November, which is the best window for Black-Necked Crane Festival too.
How many days do I need in Bhutan to include Black-Necked Crane Festival?
Trripah recommends 5–8 Days for Bhutan. Black-Necked Crane Festival fits into a normal itinerary without extra days.
Can Trripah include Black-Necked Crane Festival in a Bhutan package?
Yes. Tell us your dates and group and we add Black-Necked Crane Festival to a Bhutan plan with flights, hotels and transfers, usually within 24 hours.