Royal Manas National Park - Panbang Access

The Panbang entry point to Royal Manas National Park, Bhutan's oldest protected area established in 1966 and a UNESCO World Heritage Site tentative list nominee. The park protects 1,057 square kilometers of pristine tropical and subtropical forest, home to endangered species including the Bengal tiger, Asian elephant, golden langur, and pygmy hog. Panbang provides the most accessible gateway for visitors entering from Zhemgang, with boat rides along the Manas River offering exceptional wildlife viewing.