THE ROYAL MANAS NATIONAL PARK.
The Royal Manas National Park is the oldest nature preserve in the King-dom of Bhutan. Its incredible biodiversity includes hundreds of rare animal and plant species. The park is the most biologically diverse protected area in the kingdom as well as one of the most outstanding nature preserves worldwide. It was designated as a Wildlife Sanctuary in 1964 and now forms one of the most essential parts of the Bhutan Biological Conservation Complex, an extensive system of protected areas and biological corridors covering over 50% of the Kingdom’s landmass. This pristine, unexplored, natural treasure has now been opened to tourists with the aim of promoting community-based ecotourism in the region.
Things to See & Do
FacilitiesLog cabins have been built to provide comfortable accom-modations for visitors to the park. The cabins have been built using locally available materials. Each eco-camp has two eco-lodges with twin beds in each lodge and camping area with kitchen, dining, toilet/bathroom, fencing and drinking water facilities. Basic amenities such as running water and electricity are also available.There are even relaxing hot springs available in some locations.
Tropical Safari:
Ride through the jungles and grasslands of the park atop a mighty elephant! You’ll encounter colorful Hornbills taking wing, Rhinoceroses grazing in the grass and Golden Langurs swinging through the trees
Culture:
Visitors will have the opportunity to experience the indig-enous Khengpa people’s unspoiled culture firsthand by taking part in cultural performances, eating delicious local meals and even playing their traditional sports.
Boating :
It is a three-hour walk to Panbhang from the Park road head and you can an take enjoyable 30 minute boat ride down to the Manas River from the confluence.Take a refreshing plunge in the river amidst pods of frolicking River Dolphins. 
Trekking:
There are several hiking trails within the park and most are connected to the eight natural salt licks found in the area.Visitors can also enjoy a 4 day eco-trek from Gomphu to Norbugang. Gomphu can be reached via Zhemgang (3 hours) or from Gelephu (5 hours). Make your way through gorgeous broadleaved forests eeming with birds, plants, butterflies and more!