{"id":15999,"date":"2025-01-29T15:25:18","date_gmt":"2025-01-29T15:25:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/explorersagainstextinction.co.uk\/blog\/?p=15999"},"modified":"2025-06-11T12:20:36","modified_gmt":"2025-06-11T11:20:36","slug":"red-panda-expedition-a-journey-to-nepals-eastern-himalaya","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/explorersagainstextinction.co.uk\/blog\/red-panda-expedition-a-journey-to-nepals-eastern-himalaya\/","title":{"rendered":"Red Panda Expedition: A Journey to Nepal\u2019s Eastern Himalaya"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Embark on a once-in-a-lifetime <strong>Red Panda Expedition<\/strong> to the breathtaking Tinchule-Singalila Ridge, a remote haven in the Eastern Himalaya. Straddling the Nepal-India border, this pristine region is one of the world\u2019s best places to spot the elusive red panda in its natural habitat. Along the way, you\u2019ll stay at two remarkable properties: the iconic <strong>Dwarika\u2019s Hotel<\/strong> in Kathmandu and the charming <strong>Habre\u2019s Nest<\/strong> in Kaiakata.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"tinchule-singalila-a-wildlife-paradise\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tinchule-Singalila: A Wildlife Paradise<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>Singalila Ridge<\/strong> (7,000\u201312,000 feet) lies within the Singalila National Park in West Bengal, India, and extends into the adjoining Tinchule Forest on the Nepal side. Your base at <strong>Habre\u2019s Nest<\/strong> in the quiet hamlet of Kaiakata places you right in the heart of red panda territory. With 32 wild red pandas recorded in the immediate area, this region offers unparalleled opportunities for wildlife encounters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But red pandas are just the beginning. The forest teems with life, including <strong>clouded leopards<\/strong>, <strong>Himalayan black bears<\/strong>, <strong>golden cats<\/strong>, and more than <strong>650 varieties of orchids, rhododendrons, and endemic cobra lilies<\/strong>. Bird enthusiasts will be delighted by the incredible array of Himalayan species, while stunning vistas of <strong>four of the world\u2019s highest peaks<\/strong> add to the magic:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Mount Everest (8,848m)<\/strong> \u2013 The tallest peak in the world, located on the Nepal-Tibet border.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Kanchenjunga (8,586m)<\/strong> \u2013 The third-highest mountain, also known as the &#8220;Sleeping Buddha,&#8221; straddling the Nepal-India border.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Lhotse (8,516m)<\/strong> \u2013 The fourth-highest peak, south of Everest.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Makalu (8,485m)<\/strong> \u2013 The fifth-highest peak, a pyramid-shaped marvel near Everest.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Sunrises and sunsets here are unforgettable, with the peaks bathed in golden light.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/explorersagainstextinction.co.uk\/support-us\/travel\/asia\/nepal\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Explore Nepal and the itinerary here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"seasonal-highlights\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Seasonal Highlights<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/explorersagainstextinction.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Slider-2-2-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-16007\" srcset=\"https:\/\/explorersagainstextinction.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Slider-2-2-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/explorersagainstextinction.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Slider-2-2-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/explorersagainstextinction.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Slider-2-2-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/explorersagainstextinction.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Slider-2-2-120x80.jpg 120w, https:\/\/explorersagainstextinction.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Slider-2-2-90x60.jpg 90w, https:\/\/explorersagainstextinction.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Slider-2-2-320x213.jpg 320w, https:\/\/explorersagainstextinction.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Slider-2-2-560x373.jpg 560w, https:\/\/explorersagainstextinction.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Slider-2-2-800x533.jpg 800w, https:\/\/explorersagainstextinction.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Slider-2-2.jpg 1140w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Each season in Tinchule-Singalila offers its own unique charms:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>September-November<\/strong>: Clear skies, autumn colours, and abundant kiwi and sorbus fruits\u2014red panda favourites. October and November are peak travel months due to favourable weather conditions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>December-January<\/strong>: Red panda mating season, chances of snowfall, and great birding amidst lingering fall colours. Dry but chilly.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>February-March<\/strong>: Warmer days and longer daylight hours. Possible baby panda sightings, fragrant Defny blossoms, and excellent birdwatching.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>April-Mid May<\/strong>: The forest bursts into bloom with rhododendrons, orchids, and magnolias.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Mid May-Mid June<\/strong>: Peak orchid season. Misty rainclouds which gather to signal the start of the monsoon in June provide an ethereal backdrop for red panda sightings.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"the-journey\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Journey<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 id=\"kathmandu-dwarikas-hotel-1-night\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Kathmandu: Dwarika\u2019s Hotel<\/strong> (1 Night)<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Your adventure begins in Kathmandu, Nepal\u2019s vibrant capital, with a stay at the extraordinary <strong>Dwarika\u2019s Hotel<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The hotel\u2019s story is rooted in the vision of <strong>Dwarika Das Shrestha<\/strong>, who, in the 1950s, sought to preserve Nepal\u2019s rich architectural heritage amidst modernization. He set about salvaging carved wooden artifacts, creating a space that celebrates the cultural legacy of the <strong>Newari people<\/strong>. Today, Dwarika\u2019s Hotel is an oasis of tradition and sustainability, combining heritage with modern comforts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Highlights include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"882\" height=\"550\" src=\"https:\/\/explorersagainstextinction.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Dwarika-staywithus3.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-16004\" srcset=\"https:\/\/explorersagainstextinction.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Dwarika-staywithus3.jpg 882w, https:\/\/explorersagainstextinction.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Dwarika-staywithus3-300x187.jpg 300w, https:\/\/explorersagainstextinction.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Dwarika-staywithus3-768x479.jpg 768w, https:\/\/explorersagainstextinction.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Dwarika-staywithus3-120x75.jpg 120w, 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https:\/\/explorersagainstextinction.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Dwarika-Rectangle-217-1160x653.jpg 1160w, https:\/\/explorersagainstextinction.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Dwarika-Rectangle-217.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" src=\"https:\/\/explorersagainstextinction.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/dwarika-banner-1024x682-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-16006\" srcset=\"https:\/\/explorersagainstextinction.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/dwarika-banner-1024x682-1.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/explorersagainstextinction.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/dwarika-banner-1024x682-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/explorersagainstextinction.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/dwarika-banner-1024x682-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/explorersagainstextinction.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/dwarika-banner-1024x682-1-120x80.jpg 120w, https:\/\/explorersagainstextinction.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/dwarika-banner-1024x682-1-90x60.jpg 90w, https:\/\/explorersagainstextinction.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/dwarika-banner-1024x682-1-320x213.jpg 320w, https:\/\/explorersagainstextinction.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/dwarika-banner-1024x682-1-560x373.jpg 560w, https:\/\/explorersagainstextinction.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/dwarika-banner-1024x682-1-800x533.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Proximity to UNESCO World Heritage Sites like <strong>Kathmandu Durbar Square<\/strong> and <strong>Swayambhunath Stupa<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A serene courtyard with a pool and spa.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A rich sense of Nepali craftsmanship and hospitality.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 id=\"journey-to-tinchule-singalila\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Journey to Tinchule-Singalila<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>From Kathmandu, take a scenic flight to <strong>Bhadrapur<\/strong>, followed by a 5-hour drive in a 4&#215;4 to <strong>Habre\u2019s Nest<\/strong>. The journey offers jaw-dropping scenery as you ascend into the Himalayas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"habres-nest-a-conservation-homestay-5-nights\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Habre\u2019s Nest: A Conservation Homestay<\/strong> (5 Nights)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"684\" src=\"https:\/\/explorersagainstextinction.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/balcony-2-1024x684.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-16000\" srcset=\"https:\/\/explorersagainstextinction.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/balcony-2-1024x684.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/explorersagainstextinction.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/balcony-2-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/explorersagainstextinction.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/balcony-2-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/explorersagainstextinction.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/balcony-2-1536x1026.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/explorersagainstextinction.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/balcony-2-2048x1368.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/explorersagainstextinction.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/balcony-2-120x80.jpg 120w, https:\/\/explorersagainstextinction.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/balcony-2-90x60.jpg 90w, https:\/\/explorersagainstextinction.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/balcony-2-320x214.jpg 320w, https:\/\/explorersagainstextinction.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/balcony-2-560x374.jpg 560w, https:\/\/explorersagainstextinction.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/balcony-2-800x534.jpg 800w, https:\/\/explorersagainstextinction.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/balcony-2-1160x775.jpg 1160w, https:\/\/explorersagainstextinction.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/balcony-2-1920x1282.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/explorersagainstextinction.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/balcony-2-scaled.jpg 2560w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Habre\u2019s Nest<\/strong>, located in the hamlet of Kaiakata, is community run. The homestay has four en-suite rooms with modern amenities and lovely balconies offering sunset views. Guests are treated to delicious organic meals, evenings by the fire, and a warm, personal atmosphere.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id=\"highlights-of-your-stay\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Highlights of Your Stay:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"628\" src=\"https:\/\/explorersagainstextinction.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/38831483_2181221675490197_4037877949595123712_n.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-16001\" srcset=\"https:\/\/explorersagainstextinction.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/38831483_2181221675490197_4037877949595123712_n.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/explorersagainstextinction.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/38831483_2181221675490197_4037877949595123712_n-300x184.jpg 300w, https:\/\/explorersagainstextinction.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/38831483_2181221675490197_4037877949595123712_n-768x471.jpg 768w, 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src=\"https:\/\/explorersagainstextinction.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Roosting-Kuna-Dinning.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-16002\" srcset=\"https:\/\/explorersagainstextinction.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Roosting-Kuna-Dinning.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/explorersagainstextinction.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Roosting-Kuna-Dinning-300x170.jpg 300w, https:\/\/explorersagainstextinction.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Roosting-Kuna-Dinning-768x435.jpg 768w, https:\/\/explorersagainstextinction.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Roosting-Kuna-Dinning-120x68.jpg 120w, https:\/\/explorersagainstextinction.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Roosting-Kuna-Dinning-90x51.jpg 90w, https:\/\/explorersagainstextinction.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Roosting-Kuna-Dinning-320x181.jpg 320w, https:\/\/explorersagainstextinction.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Roosting-Kuna-Dinning-560x317.jpg 560w, https:\/\/explorersagainstextinction.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Roosting-Kuna-Dinning-800x453.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/explorersagainstextinction.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/38926545_2181220942156937_6260912464628547584_n.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-16003\" srcset=\"https:\/\/explorersagainstextinction.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/38926545_2181220942156937_6260912464628547584_n.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/explorersagainstextinction.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/38926545_2181220942156937_6260912464628547584_n-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/explorersagainstextinction.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/38926545_2181220942156937_6260912464628547584_n-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/explorersagainstextinction.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/38926545_2181220942156937_6260912464628547584_n-120x80.jpg 120w, https:\/\/explorersagainstextinction.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/38926545_2181220942156937_6260912464628547584_n-90x60.jpg 90w, https:\/\/explorersagainstextinction.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/38926545_2181220942156937_6260912464628547584_n-320x213.jpg 320w, https:\/\/explorersagainstextinction.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/38926545_2181220942156937_6260912464628547584_n-560x374.jpg 560w, https:\/\/explorersagainstextinction.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/38926545_2181220942156937_6260912464628547584_n-800x534.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Authentic Nepali Charm<\/strong>: Cosy accommodation with thoughtful touches like hot water bottles for chilly nights.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Red Panda Tracking<\/strong>: Guided treks led by skilled community trackers, naturalists and field biologists, with an impressive 100% success rate for red panda sightings over eight seasons.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Bird Studio<\/strong>: A hide offering excellent opportunities to observe Himalayan bird species, including laughingthrushes and parrotbills.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Relaxation and Community Spirit<\/strong>: Sip tea with views of the Himalayas, or unwind at the &#8216;Roosting Kuna&#8217; bar\/lounge after a day of exploration.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Daily activities explore the local area both by Land Rover and on foot. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"supporting-conservation\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Supporting Conservation<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This expedition supports vital conservation initiatives. Habre\u2019s Nest dedicates 20% of its profits to preserving red panda habitats. Additionally, in 2024, EAE partnered with <strong>Red Panda Network<\/strong> to support reforestation efforts in the <strong>PIT Corridor<\/strong> (Panchthar-Ilam-Taplejung), a critical habitat linkage for red pandas in the Eastern Himalayas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>By joining this expedition, and booking through our network of travel specialists, you\u2019ll be supporting the work of the charity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/explorersagainstextinction.co.uk\/project\/project-red-panda\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Learn more about Nepal and our conservation efforts here<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Images: Dwarika&#8217;s Hotel, Kathmandu; Habre&#8217;s Nest includng images of red pandas by Shantanu Prasad. <\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Embark on a once-in-a-lifetime Red Panda Expedition to the breathtaking Tinchule-Singalila Ridge, a remote haven in the Eastern Himalaya. 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