[14 Days] Vietnam Birdwatching Tour: Explore Vietnam winged wonders across the South & Central

Overview

The  14-Day Vietnam Birdwatching Tour Overview

Join this 14-day Vietnam Birdwatching Tour through South and Central Vietnam, exploring diverse habitats—from lowland rainforests and montane woodlands to dry dipterocarp forests and coastal reserves. Designed for both dedicated birders and nature lovers, you’ll have the chance to observe Vietnam’s rare and endemic bird species in their natural habitats.

The journey begins with the calls of Blue-rumped Pitta, Germain’s Peacock-Pheasant, and the elusive Bar-bellied Pitta under ancient trees of Cat Tien National Park. Moving to the cool, misty highlands of Da Lat Plateau, the evergreen forests of Bidoup-Nui Ba National Park are home Vietnamese Cutia, Grey-crowned Crocia, Orange-breasted Laughingthrush, and many other near-endemic species.

Shifting to the dry dipterocarp forests of Yok Don National Park, you may spot the White-rumped Falcon soaring overhead, while seeing woodpeckers, prinias, and flycatchers thriving in the open woodlands. For those drawn to high-altitude species, the visit to the misty mountain forest of Ngọc Linh National Park will offer the chance to spot Chestnut-eared Laughingthrush, Black-hooded Laughingthrush, and Golden-winged Laughingthrush Finally, the tour reaches the coastal forests of Son Tra, where you can search for the Indochinese Green Magpie, Annam Barbet, and Chestnut-winged Cuckoo.

With the guidance of experienced birding experts, this journey takes you through six national parks and nature reserves, exploring some of Vietnam’s most pristine landscapes. Along the way, you’ll have the chance to spot colorful pittas, cheerful laughingthrushes, striking pheasants, and soaring migratory raptors, while enjoying Vietnam’s untamed beauty of nature and local culture.

Why Choose This Vietnam Birdwatching Tour?

Diverse Habitats: Explore lowland forests, montane plateaus, cloud forests, and coastal reserves, each offering unique bird species.

Endemic & Rare Birds: Spot Vietnamese endemics such as the Collared Laughingthrush, Golden-winged Laughingthrush, Indochinese Wren-Babbler, and Grey-crowned Crocias.

Expert Birding Guides: Led by experienced professionals who will help you spot and identify Vietnam’s most elusive birds.

Exclusive Bird Hides & Remote Trails: Gain access to prime birding locations away from the crowds.

Small Group Size: A maximum of 6 participants, ensuring personalized guidance and an intimate birdwatching experience in Vietnam.

Scheduled Departures & Booking Options

This Vietnam Birdwatching Tour runs from November to May, ensuring the best seasonal birding conditions. We offer one scheduled small-group departure per month, with private group bookings available upon request.

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Key Destinations & Birding Highlights

Cat Tien National Park: The largest remaining lowland tropical forest in Vietnam, home to Blue-rumped Pitta, Bar-bellied Pitta, and Germain’s Peacock-Pheasant.

Di Linh & Nui San Pass: A transition zone between lowland and montane forests, known for Black-headed Parrotbill, Indochinese Green Magpie, and Long-tailed Broadbill.

Dalat Plateau: Vietnam’s premier highland birding site, featuring Vietnamese Cutia, Orange-breasted Laughingthrush, Grey-crowned Crocias, and Yellow-billed Nuthatch.

Yok Don National Park: A unique dry dipterocarp forest, home to Giant Ibis, White-rumped Falcon, and Rufous-winged Buzzard.

Mang Den & Ngoc Linh National Park: Home to high-altitude species like Chestnut-eared Laughingthrush, Black-hooded Laughingthrush, and Golden-winged Laughingthrush.

Son Tra Peninsula (Da Nang): A coastal birding hotspot, known for Red-shanked Douc Langurs and migratory shorebirds.

What to Expect on This Vietnam Birdwatching Tour?

Incredible Bird Diversity: Encounter over 350 bird species, including Vietnamese endemics, near-endemics, and migratory species.

Professional Birding Guides: Receive expert guidance for identifying and photographing rare birds.

Comfortable Accommodations: Stay in eco-lodges, boutique hotels, and national park guesthouses, ensuring both comfort and proximity to birding locations.

Efficient Travel: Enjoy private air-conditioned transport, with jeep safaris and boat rides for remote birding access.

Varied Climate: Prepare for a mix of humid lowland conditions and cooler highland weather.

Secure Your Spot – Limited Availability!

Spots for this Vietnam Birdwatching Tour are limited and fill up quickly. Priority is given to early bookings. If your desired date is unavailable, we offer customized private birding tours in Vietnam tailored to your schedule.

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