Thailand Birding Tour
Thailand Birding Tour Overview – Discover Thailand’s spectacular Birding opportunities
Explore the incredible birding wonders of Thailand, a top destination in Southeast Asia with rich biodiversity and diverse landscapes. Nestled on the Indo-Chinese Peninsula, this vibrant country is a meeting point for multiple zoogeographic regions, resulting in an impressive 962 recorded bird species, including two true endemics.
From the misty northern mountains to the coastal wetlands and lush southern forests, Thailand boasts exceptional birding opportunities. With 96 national parks, 48 wildlife sanctuaries, and numerous protected areas, it offers year-round chances to observe a spectacular variety of birdlife. Whether you’re searching for rare endemics or migratory species, Thailand is a must-visit destination for birdwatchers worldwide.
Let’s go birding in Thailand!
| Safari starts in Bangkok and ends in Chiang Mai | Hotels |
| Duration | 12 Days |
| Departure dates | 27 March 2026 |
Top Birds
Spoon-billed Sandpiper, Nordmann’s Greenshank, Yellow-breasted Bunting, Oriental Pratincole, Broad-billed Sandpiper, Chinese Egret, Malaysian Plover, Ratchet-tailed Treepie, Blue Pitta, Hume’s Pheasant, Giant Nuthatch, Hodgson’s Frogmouth, Green-tailed Sunbird, Ashy-throated Warbler
Top Mammals
Sambar, Southern Red Muntjac, Dusky Langur, Stump-tailed Macaque, White-handed Gibbon, Sun Bear, Asian Elephant, Malayan Tapir, Dhole, Leopard
Highlights and Top attractions
Laem Pak Bia – These coastal wetlands and salt farms attract large flocks of waders like Malaysian Plover, White-faced Plover and Chinese Egret.
Kaeng Krachan National Park – Thailand’s largest national park, a hotspot for lowland and montane species, including the elusive Ratchet-tailed Treepie and vibrant Blue Pitta.
Doi Ang Khang, Doi San Ju, and Doi Lang – These areas provide excellent opportunities to spot species such as near-endemic Giant Nuthatch, Hume’s Pheasant and Crimson-breasted Woodpecker.
Doi Inthanon National Park – Home to Thailand’s highest peak, and endemic treasures like the endemic Green-tailed Sunbird and Ashy-throated Warbler.
Summary of day to day Itinerary
| Day 1 | Bangkok to Kaeng Krachan National Park |
| Day 2-4 | Kaeng Krachan National Park |
| Day 5 | Laem Pak Bia birding and then fly to Chiang Mai |
| Day 6 | Chiang Mai to Doi Ang Khang National Park |
| Day 7-8 | Doi San Ju & Doi Lang National Park |
| Day 9 | Doi San Ju & Doi Lang National Park to Doi Inthanon National Park |
| Day 10-11 | Doi Inthanon National Park |
| Day 12 | Doi Inthanon to Chiang Mai and departure |