# Wetlands of Nepal

## Wetlands of Nepal

Nepal has **ten wetlands** on the Ramsar list of wetlands of international importance, from lowland marshes to high Himalayan lakes. The first, **[Koshi Tappu](/places/koshi-tappu-wildlife-reserve)**, is one of the best birding sites in South Asia. Others include **Beeshazari Lake** in Chitwan, **Ghodaghodi Lake** in the far west, the **lake cluster of Pokhara Valley**, including [Begnas](/places/begnas-lake) and Rupa, and the high lakes of **Rara**, **Phoksundo**, **Gokyo** and **Gosainkunda**.

Winter (**November–March**) brings migratory ducks, waders and cranes to the lowland wetlands.

## Trips
- [Koshi Tappu Birdwatching Tour](https://himalayanhiking.com/koshi-tappu-birdwatching-tour.md): 4 days, Easy, max About 75 m / 246 ft, from US$690. Koshi Tappu Wildlife Reserve, on the floodplain of the Sapta Koshi river in eastern Nepal, is one of the best birdwatching sites in South Asia. In winter its we...
- [Begnas Lake Boating and Village Walk](https://himalayanhiking.com/begnas-lake-boating-village-walk.md): 1 days, Easy, max About 900 m / 2,950 ft, from US$35. The Begnas Lake boating and village walk shows you a quieter side of Pokhara. Drive about 45 minutes east of Lakeside to Begnas Lake, the second-largest of Pokh...

## Frequently asked questions
### How many Ramsar sites does Nepal have?
**Ten**.

### Which wetland is best for birds?
**Koshi Tappu**, especially in winter.

### Can I visit wetlands near Pokhara?
Yes, Begnas and Rupa lakes are part of the Pokhara lake cluster.

### When is the best time?
**November–March** for migratory birds.


Web page: https://himalayanhiking.com/category/wetlands-of-nepal