Northern Plains 3 Day Birding & Temple Tour
Discover spectacular birdlife and an ancient marvel of Cambodia on a 3 day Northern Plains adventure!
Cambodia is the last stronghold of a set of magnificent birds that are now so globally rare they are considered Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List. This tour is a superb opportunity, not just to see these incredible species, but by supporting SVCs work with community-based conservation to give them a chance of continued survival.
Most of the bird watching takes place in an open dry forest, a beautiful habitat in which to watch birds. Two nights will be at a purpose-built community ecolodge. You will also get to see Preah Vihear Temple on the Cambodia-Thailand border which is one of Cambodia’s greatest marvels.
What’s included?
Entry & admission fees
All entry and admission fees are included in the price.
Guide Fees
You will have a dedicated tour guide for the entire trip.
Refreshments
Water will be provided to you throughout the trip.
Accomodation
Accommodation is provided at all of our sites.
Binoculars & Scopes
Use of our Swarovski Optik binoculars & scopes
All Meals
You will be provided with breakfast, lunch and dinner.
All Transport
All of your transport throughout the trip including transfers.
Laundry
A hand wash laundry service can be provided with additional charges, depending on availability.
Trip Insurance
It is strongly recommended that you travel with insurance.
Tip or gratuity
Wifi
Wifi not available outside of major cities and towns.
Itinerary
Subject to change depending on seasons and personal requests
Day 1:
05:30 – Pick Up
Pick-up at Ly Hout Guesthouse and visit Preah Vihear Temple
09:30 – Preah Vihear Temple
Arrive at Preah Vihear Temple
14:30 – Leave for Tmat Boey
After lunch at Preah Vihear Temple, we will leave for Tmat Boey Ecolodge
17:30 – Arrive at Tmat Boey
Ecolodge Accommodation and dinner will be ready on arrival. This is a time to relax and enjoy the protected forest of Preah Vihear.
Day 2:
04:30 - 18:00 – Wake up for Giant Ibis and Full Day of Birdwatching
Prepared breakfast and lunch will be provided in at the birding sites. Hot dinner at the eco-lodge in the evening.
Day 3:
Tmat Boey
04:30 – Wake up for last morning of birding in Tmat Boey
Prepared breakfast will be provided. We will be concentrating on anything that we have not already seen before we travel to Tbeng Meanchey.
11:00 – Lunch at Tmat Boey Ecolodge
12:00 – Arrive back in Tbeng Meanchey
Arrive back at Ly Hout Guesthouse and depart.
Location
| Title | Address | Description |
|---|---|---|
Tbeng Meanchey (Preah Vihear City) | Tbaeng Meanchey, Cambodia | |
Tmat Boey | Tmatboey Community Managed Ecolodge, Tmat Paeuy, Cambodia | |
Preah Vihear Temple | ៦២, Cambodia |
Things to note
Transport
Tuk-tuk or 4*4 Car with Walking Tractor
Habitat
Lowland deciduous dipterocarp forest, often mistakenly referred to as dry forest. Trapeangs dot the landscape and there are fairly extensive areas of bamboo in riverine areas.
Things to bring
- Sun hat
- Sun cream
- Appropriate closed-toe shoes. Walking boots are best
- Light clothing covering shoulders and knees- this is especially relevant when visiting temples and religious sites. Clothing should not be bright when birding
- Insect repellent
- Waterproof coat
- Small denominations of money. This is especially relevant when entering Northern Cambodia. $20 is the maximum denomination of money that should be taken
- Ear plugs are recommended for multi-day tours. The sound of nature at night in remote areas can be loud
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To begin your booking, please fill out the form below. You will be emailed a payment link.
*Please note that we require payment in advance for this tour. Payments are non-refundable and non-transferable.
