18 Mar 2027 - 21 Mar 2027 (4 days)
THB58,000 SPACES AVAILABLE
Tour Leader: Gregory de Klerk
Tour Price (Per person): THB58,000 (USD1,801 * GBP1,359 * EUR1,580 * AUD2,582)
This tour pairs with: Thailand - Asian Birding at its Best I 2027
Pricing notes : *Prices are estimated, and dates may change* Internal Flights are included in the tour price
16 Mar 2028 - 19 Mar 2028 (4 days)
THB62,500 SPACES AVAILABLE
Tour Leader: André Bernon
Tour Price (Per person): THB62,500 (USD1,940 * GBP1,465 * EUR1,702 * AUD2,783)
This tour pairs with: Thailand - Asian Birding at its Best I 2028
Pricing notes : *Prices are estimated, and dates may change* Internal Flights are included in the tour price
26 Feb 2029 - 01 Mar 2029 (4 days)
THB95,500 SPACES AVAILABLE
Tour Leader: Stephan Lorenz
Tour Price (Per person): THB95,500 (USD2,965 * GBP2,238 * EUR2,601 * AUD4,252)
This tour pairs with: Thailand - Asian Birding at its Best (Small Group) 2029
Pricing notes : *Prices are estimated, and dates may change* Internal Flights are included in the tour price
Our short extension to neighbouring Laos targets the country’s one endemic species, the recently discovered Bare-faced Bulbul, as well as several other rare and range-restricted species in the limestone karst forest such as Sooty Babbler, Limestone Leaf Warbler and Red-collared Woodpecker.
Bare-faced Bulbul; Sooty Babbler; Red-collared Woodpecker; Limestone Leaf Warbler; Banded Bay Cuckoo; Green-billed Malhoka; Red-headed Trogon; Blue-eared, Green-eared & Coppersmith Barbets; Great Iora; Grey-eyed, Black-crested & Stripe-throated Bulbuls; White-rumped Shama; Streaked Wren-Babbler; Hill Blue Flycatcher; Purple-naped Spiderhunter.
limestone karst forest
hot and humid
8 with 1 Rockjumper leader
MODERATE TO CHALLENGING: This tour requires a good level of fitness, stamina, and overall health. It’s best suited for experienced birders who are comfortable with a more active itinerary. Please note that it may not be ideal for avid photographers, new birders, or those with mobility or health concerns.
Moderate. Suitable for most birding / wildlife interest levels but not suitable for anyone with mobility challenges.
Very comfortable lodges in Laos
Main target species are expected to provide decet visuals.
Reasonable to good.
The trip was run superbly from start to finish. The logistics, despite some difficulties imposed by weather conditions and countrywide fuel shortages, were impeccable and I thoroughly enjoyed the tour. Stephan did a superb job in ensuring that we all saw as many of the species as possible. He is an accomplished guide and I enjoy traveling with him.
The Buru extension following the RWPI Cruise was fantastic. I feel sorry for those on the main tour that did not take this extension. The birds were fabulous, Glen was a superb guide, and the scenery great. Glen did a great job trying to get us on all the birds, even the most rare and elusive. Again, flexibility was a key element in the success of the trip. I can't think of anything about the trip that could be done to improve it.
Note that some of the comments I made regarding the Thailand extension apply to the main Thailand tour. I liked the sequence of sites visited; it ensured the Spoonbill Sandpiper was seen early on and then designed to minimize travel. Staying multiple nights at one site is always appreciated and seemed to be done as much as possible. The guides made special efforts to see bird species sought by the group; we saw more bird species than I expected. The drivers were excellent and also one of them, Jaime, was a good birder who helped the guides track down some species; it was an asset to have internet while in the vehicles. The drivers also produced an excellent video of the trip - a nice touch; they also did an excellent job with mid-morning breaks. I especially enjoyed visiting a hide all morning early on in the trip - it gave us a chance to see some elusive species but also several species very well. One morning was spent looking for a rare duck; I would have rather spent the time looking for a variety of Thai species. Quite a bit of birding was done along roads - it might have been better to bird trails etc. if they are available and afford good views of birds pointed out. Food was excellent (Uthai selected great dishes for the group) and accomodations were good. It was an enjoyable trip with rewarding looks at many of the bird species seen.
SEChina in winter was sensational thanks to Stephan Lorenz who is a superb birder and guide, as well as being quite personable. He got us such quality birds and some that were quite unexpected. He answers questions and gives information freely. Most importantly If a bird was possible he got it for us. We were all elated with the tour. Jason the local guide was also excellent. I would think this tour will become very popular or should be.
What a great experience! Everything was as you told us in the pre-departure literature, so we were well-prepared. Rob was an excellent tour leader. His vast experience in conservation, core knowledge of birds and bird behavior, and his enthusiasm was generously shared with the group. He modeled proper trail behavior and made sure that everyone “saw the bird”. The local guides were top-notch and took good care of the group. I also learned so much from the better birders in the group. Highly recommended!
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