Motithang Takin Preserve
Thimphu City

Motithang Takin Preserve

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About Motithang Takin Preserve

For the animal lovers who want to see the diverse wildlife of Bhutan, Motithang Takin Preserve is one of the places to visit in Thimphu. The Motithang Takin Preserve was built as a small zoo but later it was converted to an animal preserve center. The national animal of Bhutan, Takin lives in the Motithang Takin Preserve. With many places to see in Thimphu, Motithang Takin Preserve distinguishes from other places.


With animals like the red pans and the rare Himalayan serow living in it, the reserve is one of a kind among all the places to see in Thimphu.


Location: Motithang, Thimphu


Highlights: A perfect way to capture endangered species as photographers are allowed to click pictures of the wilds from close proximity. This preserve is most suitable for wildlife enthusiasts.


Timings: Early mornings are perfect to spot and capture Takins as that is the hour they come out;


Price: 30 BTN for SAARC nationals & 50 BTN other foreign tourists

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Motithang Takin Preserve Reviews

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4.7 rating from 6 travellers

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Kunal Singh15 Mar 2026
5.0

My Bhutan tour with Thrillophilia was perfectly planned and executed. From Paro to Thimphu, everything was seamless and comfortable. The cultural experiences and monasteries were highlights of the trip. Special thanks to Neha Joshi for her guidance. Thanks to Thrillophilia for such a great experience!

Rana Daggubati19 Feb 2026
5.0

Great place for bird watching in the nearby forest areas; saw some truly rare species. Thanks Thrillophilia, the timing was great and the nature guide was an expert; it was one of the best experiences of our holiday.

Megha Reddy8 Feb 2026
4.0

Coming from the Mumbai heat, the cool breeze of the Paro valley was heaven. This specific itinerary was an amazing experience for my parents. Thanks Thrillophilia for the slow pace and for focusing on the natural beauty of the region.

Divya Teja18 Jan 2026
4.0

Exploring the local markets for honey and herbal teas was great. The quality of products in Bhutan is amazing. Thanks Thrillophilia for the shopping tips; it was an amazing experience and we highly recommend this tour for food lovers.