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[7 Days] Birding Tour From Cat Tien National Park to Dalat – The best sale tour
Nam Cat Tien National Park , Vietnam
The Price : 1.440 $
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Total Seats : 10/10
Duration : 7 Days
Max People : 8
Start Location: HCMc
Are you ready for a good birding tour experience in Vietnam? Join us on a meticulously designed 7-day birdwatching tour that unveils over 60% of Vietnam’s target bird species. We’ve handpicked the finest avian hotspots, Cat Tien National Park and Dalat, ensuring an unforgettable journey through South Annam’s avian wonders.
Birding tour Overview
Cat Tien National Park: Located 150 km from Saigon, this park is a haven for bird enthusiasts, boasting a remarkable 320 recorded bird species. Notably, it’s the most accessible site in Vietnam to encounter the elusive Orange-necked Partridge and houses sought-after species like Siamese Fireback, Germain’s Peacock Pheasant, and many more. (Read more about Partridge and Pheasant in Vietnam)
Dalat plateau: Situated 150 km from Cat Tien, Dalat is a birdwatcher’s paradise with its natural evergreen and coniferous forests. Home to six endemic bird species and numerous subspecies, Dalat promises an array of avian wonders.
Dalat presents a distinct ecosystem, known as an Endemic Bird Area (EBA), where a natural leapfrog pattern occurs. This phenomenon is characterized by the presence of Southeast Asian montane birds in Dalat, which share unique traits with distant populations, often in Peninsular Malaysia. This fascinating biogeographic pattern is a must-see for bird enthusiasts.
Birds highlight of Birding Tour in Cat Tien National Park and Dalat
Orange-necked Partridge; Germain’s Peacock-Pheasant; Green Peafowl; Great Slaty, Pale-headed, Black-and-buff, Heart-spotted and White-bellied Woodpecker; Wreathed Hornbill; Great Hornbill; Orange-breasted Trogon; Blue-bearded Bee-eater; Stork-billed Kingfisher; Banded Kingfisher; Blyth’s Frogmouth; Great-eared Nightjar; Grey-headed Fish-eagle; Lesser Fish-eagle; Collared Falconet; Woolly-necked Stork; Lesser Adjutant; Blue-rumped, Bar-bellied and Blue-winged Pitta; Black-and-red, Dusky and Banded Broadbill; Golden-crested Myna; Grey-faced Tit-babbler.
Black-hooded, White-cheeked, Orange-breasted, and Collared Laughingthrush; Bar-backed Partridge; Silver Pheasant; Red-vented Barbet; Black-browed Barbet; Red-headed Trogon; Long-tailed Broadbill; Wedge-tailed Green Pigeon; Mountain Imperial Pigeon; Black Eagle; Rufous-bellied Eagle; Jerdon’s Baza; Rusty-naped and Blue Pitta; Burmese Shrike; Indochinese Green Magpie; Eurasian Jay; Slender-billed and Maroon Oriole; White-throated Rock Thrush; Green Cochoa; Rufous-browed, Blue-and-White, Mugimaki , Snowy-browed and Little Pied Flycatcher; Large Niltava; Lesser Shortwing; White-tailed Robin; Spotted Forktail; Yellow-billed Nuthatch; Yellow-cheeked and Grey-crowned Tit, Grey-bellied Tesia; White-spectacled, Chestnut-crowned Warbler; White-browed Scimitar Babbler; Streaked , Eye-browed, Pygmy Wren-Babbler; Rufous-capped Babbler; Vietnamese Cutia; Clicking shrike-babbler; Blue-winged Minla; Black-crowned, Indochinese Fulvetta; Grey-crowned Crocias; Rufous-backed, Black-headed Sibia, Black-headed Parrotbill; Gould’s Sunbird; Streaked Spiderhunter; Vietnamese Greenfinch; Red Crossbill.
Download potential bird list of Cat Tien and Dalat Plateau –Updated 09/2023 Source: Ebird
Itinerary: 7-day Birding Tour in Cat Tien National Park and Dalat
Day 1: Arrival in Saigon – Cat Tien National Park (L, D)
Begin your adventure with a warm welcome as we pick you up at Saigon Airport in the early morning.
Embark on a scenic 3.5-hour drive northwards to the renowned Cat Tien National Park.
In the afternoon, dive into the heart of this fabulous reserve, setting the stage for an unforgettable birdwatching experience.
Overnight at Cat Tien HQ Hotel
Day 2: Cat Tien National Park (B, L, D)
Today, we explore Cat Tien National Park in style, using comfortable jeeps.
Our destination: Crocodile trail, a birding hotspot where you can tick off your list target species like Germain’s Peacock Pheasant, Siamese Fireback, and Green Peafowl.
The diversity doesn’t stop there. Be prepared to encounter a multitude of other bird species, including Doves, Bulbuls, and Kingfishers.
Afternoon birding at the park headquarters for Grey-faced Tit Babbler, Woodpeckers, Green Pigeons, and Nightjars.
Overnight at Cat Tien HQ Hotel
Day 3: Cat Tien National Park (B, L, D)
Rise early for a morning jeep ride to Heaven Rapids, a prime location to spot Pale-headed and Black-and-buff Woodpeckers.
Continue your exploration as you search for the Black-and-red, Banded, and Dusky Broadbills.
In the afternoon, choose between a leisurely walk or a jeep ride to the grassland habitat, home to captivating species like the Indochinese Green Peafowl.
Overnight at Cat Tien HQ Hotel
Day 4: Cat Tien to Dalat (B, L, D)
An early start for birding in Cat Tien before we embark on a scenic drive northwards.
Pass through lowlands teeming with agricultural activity before ascending to the LangBian Plateau.
Arrive in the charming town of Dalat, surrounded by picturesque waterfalls and lush evergreen forests.
Your comfortable overnight stay in one of our selected hotels awaits, ensuring you’re well-rested for the adventures ahead.
Overnight at Omirata Hotel & Resort
Days 5 & 6: Dalat Plateau Endemic Bird Area (B, L, D)
Enjoy two full days exploring the captivating Dalat Plateau.
Our first stop is Ta Nung, a private evergreen forest known for its rare and endemic species like the Grey-crowned Crocias, Orange-breasted Laughingthrushes, Vietnamese Cutia, and the Vietnamese Greenfinch.
On the second day, we venture to Langbian Mountain, where the elusive Collared Laughingthrush resides.
Encounter the Black-crowned Fulvetta, a common endemic species, alongside other treasures like the Mugimaki Flycatcher and Yellow-cheeked Tit.
Overnight at Omirata Hotel & Resort
Day 7: Dalat to Ho Chi Minh (B, L)
Our final visit in the Dalat Plateau tour takes us to Tuyen Lam Lake.
Seek out species like the Yellow-billed Nuthatch, Burmese Shrike, and Vietnamese Cutia.
After a morning filled with birding, we return to Saigon, concluding this remarkable journey.
This itinerary is the best design in search of endemic species and with hardcore birding expecting 200 bird species in South Vietnam however, it can be modified to fit based on you. Please contact direct us (WANEE) for a detailed customized itinerary that will be the best fit for you.
Price list for groups:
| Group size | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6-10 |
| $US/Pax | 2,690 | 1,640 | 1,440 | 1,330 | 1,250 | 1,200 |
Single supplement: $185
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Places You’ll See :
Dalat Plateau
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Biodiversity values
Cat Tien National Park supports a variety of habitat types, including primary and secondary lowland evergreen forests dominated by species in the Dipterocarpaceae; primary and secondary lowland semi-evergreen forest, dominated by Lagerstroemia spp; freshwater wetlands with open lakes and seasonally inundated grasslands, containing Saccharum spontaneum, S. arundinaceum and Neyraudia arundinacea; flooded forest, dominated by Hydnocarpus anthelmintica mixed with Ficus benjamina; and a range of secondary habitat types, including grassland and areas dominated by bamboo.
To date, 76 mammals, 320 birds, 74 reptiles, 35 amphibians, 99 fish, and 435 butterfly species have been confirmed to occur at the national park; and there are unconfirmed records of an additional 32 mammals, 19 birds, nine reptiles, four amphibian, 31 fish and four butterfly species. The species confirmed to occur include 16 mammals, 15 birds, and eight reptiles that are globally threatened.
Cat Tien is one of the most important sites in Vietnam for the conservation of large mammals. Among the large mammal species that have been confirmed to occur at the national park are Asian Elephant (Elephas maximus), Lesser One-horned Rhinoceros, Eurasian Wild Pig (Sus scrofa), Sambar (Cervus unicolor) and Gaur (Bos gaurus), of which the later three species reportedly occur at high densities relative to other areas in Vietnam. Of the large mammal populations at Cat Tien National Park, the most globally significant one is that of Lesser One-horned Rhinoceros. This is the only known population of the species in mainland South-East Asia and the only known population of the sub-species R. s. annamiticus in the world. However, the population size and range of this species at the national park has declined over the last two decades, and current estimates put the population size at seven or eight individuals and the range at 6,500 ha.
Cat Tien National Park is also a nationally important site for primate conservation, supporting populations of several primates of conservation concern, including Black-shanked Douc (Pygathrix nigripes), Northern Pig-tailed Macaque (Macaca leonina) and Yellow-cheeked Crested Gibbon (Hylobates gabriellae).
Bird fauna - Birding
Cat Tien National Park is situated in the South Vietnamese Lowlands Endemic Bird Area (EBA), and supports populations of all three bird species that characterised this EBA: Orange-necked Partridge (Arborophila davidi), Germain's Peacock Pheasant (Polyplectron germaini) and Grey-faced Tit Babbler (Macronous kelleyi).
Most highlights
Orange-necked Partridge, Germain's Peacock Pheasant, Siamese Fireback, Green Peafowl, Wreathed Hornbill, Lesser Adjutant, Woolly-necked Stork, Blue-rumped and Bar-bellied Pittas, Pale-headed and Black-and-buff Woodpeckers, Black-and-red, Banded, Dusky Broadbill, Blyth’s Frogmouth, Grey-faced Tit Babbler.
Birding routes
The Lagerstroemia and Ecological Trails, which begin near the park headquarters are good places to search for Germain’s Peacock Pheasant and pittas. The Dak Lua road may provide easier birding, especially early in the day when broadbills and Siamese Fireback can be seen.
Haven rapid trail is one of good places for broadbills, woodpeckers, barbets.
Jeeps can be rented to the turn off to Bau Sau (Crocodile Lake) and Bau Chim (Bird Lake). Green Peafowl and waterbirds can be seen around these lakes, as well as Siamese Crocodile and, for the fortunate visitor, large mammals such as Gaur. The 5 km trail from the Dak Lua road to Bau Sau is also a good place for Germain’s Peacock Pheasant and pitas.
Transportation
Cat Tien is about 3.5 to 4 hours (depends on trafic) by car from Ho Chi Minh City (150 km) and 3.5 hours from Da Lat city. The site is situated off National Highway 20 between Ho Chi Minh City and Da Lat.
Accommodations
A range of standard accommodation is available at the park headquarters, and it is also possible to stay at Bau Sau, a ranger station in the heart of the park.
Forest Floor Lodge is more fancy, it locates at Ben Cu rapid where people can enjoy the view however for most birders they don't need to stay here
Cat Tien National Park supports a variety of habitat types, including primary and secondary lowland evergreen forests dominated by species in the Dipterocarpaceae; primary and secondary lowland semi-evergreen forest, dominated by Lagerstroemia spp; freshwater wetlands with open lakes and seasonally inundated grasslands, containing Saccharum spontaneum, S. arundinaceum and Neyraudia arundinacea; flooded forest, dominated by Hydnocarpus anthelmintica mixed with Ficus benjamina; and a range of secondary habitat types, including grassland and areas dominated by bamboo.
To date, 76 mammals, 320 birds, 74 reptiles, 35 amphibians, 99 fish, and 435 butterfly species have been confirmed to occur at the national park; and there are unconfirmed records of an additional 32 mammals, 19 birds, nine reptiles, four amphibian, 31 fish and four butterfly species. The species confirmed to occur include 16 mammals, 15 birds, and eight reptiles that are globally threatened.
Cat Tien is one of the most important sites in Vietnam for the conservation of large mammals. Among the large mammal species that have been confirmed to occur at the national park are Asian Elephant (Elephas maximus), Lesser One-horned Rhinoceros, Eurasian Wild Pig (Sus scrofa), Sambar (Cervus unicolor) and Gaur (Bos gaurus), of which the later three species reportedly occur at high densities relative to other areas in Vietnam. Of the large mammal populations at Cat Tien National Park, the most globally significant one is that of Lesser One-horned Rhinoceros. This is the only known population of the species in mainland South-East Asia and the only known population of the sub-species R. s. annamiticus in the world. However, the population size and range of this species at the national park has declined over the last two decades, and current estimates put the population size at seven or eight individuals and the range at 6,500 ha.
Cat Tien National Park is also a nationally important site for primate conservation, supporting populations of several primates of conservation concern, including Black-shanked Douc (Pygathrix nigripes), Northern Pig-tailed Macaque (Macaca leonina) and Yellow-cheeked Crested Gibbon (Hylobates gabriellae).
Bird fauna - Birding
Cat Tien National Park is situated in the South Vietnamese Lowlands Endemic Bird Area (EBA), and supports populations of all three bird species that characterised this EBA: Orange-necked Partridge (Arborophila davidi), Germain's Peacock Pheasant (Polyplectron germaini) and Grey-faced Tit Babbler (Macronous kelleyi).
Most highlights
Orange-necked Partridge, Germain's Peacock Pheasant, Siamese Fireback, Green Peafowl, Wreathed Hornbill, Lesser Adjutant, Woolly-necked Stork, Blue-rumped and Bar-bellied Pittas, Pale-headed and Black-and-buff Woodpeckers, Black-and-red, Banded, Dusky Broadbill, Blyth’s Frogmouth, Grey-faced Tit Babbler.
Birding routes
The Lagerstroemia and Ecological Trails, which begin near the park headquarters are good places to search for Germain’s Peacock Pheasant and pittas. The Dak Lua road may provide easier birding, especially early in the day when broadbills and Siamese Fireback can be seen.
Haven rapid trail is one of good places for broadbills, woodpeckers, barbets.
Jeeps can be rented to the turn off to Bau Sau (Crocodile Lake) and Bau Chim (Bird Lake). Green Peafowl and waterbirds can be seen around these lakes, as well as Siamese Crocodile and, for the fortunate visitor, large mammals such as Gaur. The 5 km trail from the Dak Lua road to Bau Sau is also a good place for Germain’s Peacock Pheasant and pitas.
Transportation
Cat Tien is about 3.5 to 4 hours (depends on trafic) by car from Ho Chi Minh City (150 km) and 3.5 hours from Da Lat city. The site is situated off National Highway 20 between Ho Chi Minh City and Da Lat.
Accommodations
A range of standard accommodation is available at the park headquarters, and it is also possible to stay at Bau Sau, a ranger station in the heart of the park.
Forest Floor Lodge is more fancy, it locates at Ben Cu rapid where people can enjoy the view however for most birders they don't need to stay here
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Discover the Vietnam Bird Endemic Hotspot with birdwatching tour in Dalat, Southeast Asia's premier birdwatching hotspot, nestled on the picturesque Dalat plateau (isolated from Himalaya Mt. and consider the same Peninsular Malaysian highlands).
Located 300 km from Ho Chi Minh City, this Central Highland gem boasts lush evergreen and coniferous forests, harboring a treasure trove of birdlife, including six endemic species: Collared Laughingthrush, Orange-breasted Laughingthrush, Vietnamese Cutia, Grey-crowned Fulvetta, Black-crowned Fulvetta, and Vietnamese Greenfinch.
Dalat Plateau is also home to unique subspecies like Rufous-backed Sibia, Black-headed Sibia, Blue-winged Minla, Black-throated Sunbird, and Red Crossbill. This birding haven stands out as a terminus for Southeast Asian montane species and exhibits a fascinating "leapfrog pattern" of avian distribution.
Explore renowned birding spots such as Datala Waterfall, Ta Nung Valley, Giang Ly trail, Tia Stream, Cong Troi forest and Bidoup-Nui Ba National Park, where endemics thrive.
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Bird highlight for BIRDWatching tour at Dalat
Black-hooded, White-cheeked, Orange-breasted, and Collared Laughingthrush; Bar-backed Partridge; Silver Pheasant; Red-vented Barbet; Black-browed Barbet; Red-headed Trogon; Long-tailed Broadbill; Wedge-tailed Green Pigeon; Mountain Imperial Pigeon; Black Eagle; Rufous-bellied Eagle; Jerdon's Baza; Rusty-naped and Blue Pitta; Burmese Shrike; Indochinese Green Magpie; Eurasian Jay; Slender-billed and Maroon Oriole; White-throated Rock Thrush; Green Cochoa; Rufous-browed, Blue-and-White, Mugimaki , Snowy-browed and Little Pied Flycatcher; Large Niltava; Lesser Shortwing; White-tailed Robin; Spotted Forktail; Yellow-billed Nuthatch; Yellow-cheeked and Grey-crowned Tit, Grey-bellied Tesia; White-spectacled, Chestnut-crowned Warbler; White-browed Scimitar Babbler; Streaked , Eye-browed, Pygmy Wren-Babbler; Rufous-capped Babbler; Vietnamese Cutia; Clicking shrike-babbler; Blue-winged Minla; Black-crowned, Indochinese Fulvetta; Grey-crowned Crocias; Rufous-backed, Black-headed Sibia, Black-headed Parrotbill; Gould's Sunbird; Streaked Spiderhunter; Vietnamese Greenfinch; Red Crossbill. Download potential bird list of Dalat Plateau –Updated 09/2023 Source: EbirdItinerary: 4 days BIRDWatching tour at Dalat
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Your gateway to Dalat, Vietnam's ultimate bird photography destination, is here! Pack your bags, for this mesmerizing corner of the world is waiting for you to capture its incredible beauty through your lens. It's time to turn your aspirations into reality and embark on this unforgettable adventure!
Why Dalat for Bird Photography?
Dalat, nestled in Vietnam's Central Highland, around 300 km from Ho Chi Minh City, is a haven for bird photographers. Think of it as a picturesque backdrop where nature's finest avian wonders await your lens. This region is home to six endemic bird species, making it a truly unique birding paradise. Meet Dalat's Endemic Stars: Dalat has some true feathered gems, and you'll have the chance to capture them through your camera lens. Meet the stars of the show: Collared Laughingthrush, Orange-breasted Laughingthrush, Vietnamese Cutia, Grey-crowned Crocias, Black-crowned Fulvetta, Vietnamese Greenfinch, and more! These birds are like hidden treasures, found only in Dalat.Target Bird Photography in Dalat Plateau
White-throated Rock Thrush, Rufous-browed Flycatcher, Green Cochoa, Snowy-browed Flycatcher, Little Pied Flycatcher, Blue-and-White Flycatcher, Mugimaki Flycatcher, Yellow-billed Nuthatch, Large Niltava, Lesser Shortwing, White-tailed Robin, Spotted Forktail, Yellow-cheeked Tit, Grey-crowned Tit, Grey-bellied Tesia, White-spectacled Warbler, Chestnut-crowned Warbler, White-cheeked Laughingthrush, Da Lat Shike-Babbler, Black-headed Parrotbill. Download potential bird list of Dalat Plateau - Updated 09/2023 Source: Ebird Our Picture-Perfect Locations: Get ready to explore iconic bird photography hotspots like Datala Waterfall, Ta Nung Valley, and Bidoup-Nui Ba National Park. These places are teeming with Dalat's endemic birds, giving you plenty of opportunities to create incredible memories.Itinerary:
Day 1 (L D): Arrival in Dalat
Welcome to Dalat! We'll pick you up either from your hotel in Dalat or Lien Khuong Airport. For those coming from Saigon, we offer a comfortable 7-hour drive to Dalat to kickstart your bird photography adventure. Day 2 (B L D): Full Day of Bird Photography Prepare for a full-day immersion in capturing the stunning birdlife of Dalat, where your camera becomes your trusted companion. Day 3 (B L D): More Feathery Subjects to Capture Get ready for another exciting day filled with bird photography. These endemic birds won't wait, so make sure your camera's ready! Day 4 (B L D): Final Bird Photography Session Your bird photography journey concludes with one last morning session. Or, if you're up for it, go for a full-day adventure and make the most of your time in Dalat. This is the price list for groups:| Group size | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 to 10 |
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Cat Tien national park (Nam Cat Tien) is one of the most intact lowland forest avifaunas in Vietnam and there is home for 3 kinds of Pitta: Bar-billed, Blue-rumped, and Blue-winged Pitta who are the most attractive to keen photographers.