Wild & Ancient Himalaya: Nepal & Bhutan

Rising from subtropical floodplains to the highest peaks on Earth, the Himalayas are shaped by dramatic geography, vibrant cultures and remarkable wildlife. Expedition Leader Conan Dumenil explores how the rivers and mountain ecosystems in Nepal and Bhutan influence biodiversity and human life. Meet wildlife from rhinos and elephants to tigers and sloth bears, learn how Nepal achieved landmark “zero poaching” successes, and discover why Bhutan is the world’s first carbon-negative country.

Explore nature and culture across two ancient Himalayan kingdoms on our Wild & Ancient Himalaya: Nepal & Bhutan adventure. Expedition Leader Payal Mehta shares highlights of this high-altitude odyssey, from the serene and secluded accommodations and authentic cuisine to the region’s diverse wildlife: Asian elephants, one-horned rhinoceros, sloth bears, spotted deer, takin—and even the elusive Bengal tiger! She also offers practical insights and advice, from packing tips and cultural etiquette to what the climate is like and how we travel between destinations.

March 3 is World Wildlife Day! To celebrate, we’ve invited WWF’s Senior Director of Wildlife Communications, Danielle Brigida, to share how the organization uses new approaches and technology to pioneer solutions for wildlife conservation while working hand in hand with local communities and governments. Find out how WWF utilizes eDNA to monitor biodiversity and search for rare species like snow leopards and rhinos. Learn about new partnerships that will help bison in the Great Plains and tigers across Asia. And discover how technology and artificial intelligence are helping WWF collect data and analyze results for wildlife across the globe.