Discover the richest birdwatching destinations in Southeast Asia with private eco-tours covering Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos & Thailand. Spot over 1,500 species in pristine wetlands, rainforests and highlands with expert guides. Book your birding adventure with flexible payment – only 10% deposit required!
Written by Tony Bùi, with over 20 years of experience guiding more than 100,000 travellers across Southeast Asia. This guide is crafted exclusively for Legend Travel Group – the region’s leading private tour operator since 2008 – based on firsthand expeditions and guest feedback from thousands of birdwatchers.
Join the global quest for the world’s rarest shorebird (Source: Internet)Southeast Asia is home to over 1,500 bird species, including 80+ endemics and near-endemics shared across Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos and Thailand. From the mighty Mekong Delta and Tonle Sap biosphere to the limestone karsts of Ha Long Bay and the ancient forests of Cat Tien, Nam Bai Cat Tien, and Khao Yai, this region offers year-round birding opportunities unmatched anywhere else on Earth.
Legend Travel Group specialises in private, expert-led birdwatching tours that combine the very best sites across these four countries into one seamless journey. Travel with peace of mind – secure your spot with only a 10% deposit and pay the balance just 30 days before departure.
Cuc Phuong National Park – Vietnam’s first national park; home to Grey-faced Tit-Babbler, White-winged Magpie and Limestone Wren-Babbler.
Cat Tien National Park – Orange-breasted Trogon, Germain’s Peacock-Pheasant, Bar-bellied Pitta and Blue-rumped Pitta.
Bach Ma National Park – Annam Partridge, Short-tailed Scimitar Babbler and Indochinese Wren-Babbler.
Mang Den (Kon Tum Plateau) – Black-hooded Laughingthrush, Chestnut-crowned Laughingthrush and Yellow-billed Nuthatch.
Di Linh & Bidoup-Nui Ba – Grey-crowned Crocias, Collared Laughingthrush and Vietnamese Greenfinch.
Tonle Sap & Prek Toal Bird Sanctuary – Greater Adjutant, Milky Stork, Spot-billed Pelican and Bengal Florican (dry-season boat trips).
Angkor Archaeological Park & Tmatboey – Giant Ibis & White-shouldered Ibis (Cambodia’s national bird), Pale-capped Pigeon.
Northern Plains (Preah Vihear & Veal Krous) – White-rumped Falcon, Sarus Crane and Mekong Wagtail.
Nam Et-Phou Louey National Protected Area – Beautiful Nuthatch, Crested Finchbill and Rufous-headed Parrotbill.
Xe Pian & Attapeu – Red-vented Barbet, Sooty-capped Babbler and Bare-faced Bulbul.
Phou Khao Khouay – Limestone Leaf Warbler and Laos-endemic species.
Khao Yai National Park – Siamese Fireback, Coral-billed Ground Cuckoo, Blue Pitta and Eared Pitta.
Doi Inthanon & Doi Ang Khang – Mrs. Hume’s Pheasant, Green Cochoa, Spectacled Barwing and Himalayan Cutia.
Kaeng Krachan – Ratchet-tailed Treepie, Long-tailed Broadbill and Great Slaty Woodpecker.
Spoon-billed Sandpiper wintering sites – Krabi & Pak Thale (November–March).
Highland endemics only minutes from your lodge (Source: Internet)November – April (Dry Season) – Peak season for resident species, wintering waterbirds and easiest access to all sites.
May – October (Wet Season) – Breeding season for pittas, trogons and broadbills; fewer crowds and lower prices.
Year-round possibilities – Different regions offer excellent birding in every month.
All tours are 100% private, led by Southeast Asia’s top birding guides, with customised itineraries and flexible pacing.
Vietnam → Cambodia → Laos → Thailand
Target species: 550–650 | From classic Cat Tien and Tonle Sap to remote Tmatboey and Nam Et-Phou Louey.
Vietnam & Cambodia
Focus on wetlands: Greater Adjutant, Milky Stork, Bengal Florican and wintering shorebirds.
Thailand & Laos
Dily accessible from Bangkok or Chiang Mai – perfect for Mrs. Hume’s Pheasant and Beautiful Nuthatch.
Cat Tien, Di Linh, Mang Den & Bidoup-Nui Ba
Ideal add-on for travellers already in Vietnam.
All packages include:
Private English-speaking birding guide (10+ years experience)
4×4 vehicles & boats where needed
All park fees, meals & boutique accommodation
Unlimited drinking water & snacks in the field
Free use of high-quality Swarovski scopes
Comprehensive checklists & daily recap sessions
Tram Chim National Park Dong Thap Tien Giang (Source: Internet)Only 10% deposit required to secure your dates
Balance due just 30 days before departure
Free date changes up to 45 days prior
Full refund if cancelled 60+ days before tour
Tram Chim National Park Dong Thap Tien Giang (Source: Internet)Contact Legend Travel Group today for your custom birdwatching itinerary across Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos and Thailand.
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