Thailand Highlights — Birdwatching & Wildlife Photography Expedition
16 days / 15 nights private birding expedition across Thailand’s premier coastal wetlands, rainforest national parks, central wetlands and northern montane birding destinations.
About this tour
premium private birding and photography journey across Thailand’s most iconic habitats — from winter shorebird saltpans on the Gulf of Thailand to rainforest birding in Kaeng Krachan and Khao Yai, followed by waterbird photography at Bung Boraphet and high-elevation birding in Northern Thailand including Doi Ang Khang, Doi San Ju, and Doi Inthanon.
This itinerary is designed for maximum species diversity, strong photographic opportunities, and flexible daily planning based on weather and wildlife activity.
This itinerary is designed for maximum species diversity, strong photographic opportunities, and flexible daily planning based on weather and wildlife activity.
Birds you can spot
Itinerary ▼
Day 1
Days 1–2: Bangkok → Khok Kham → Pak Thale → Laem Phak Bia → Kaeng Krachan
Bangkok → Khok Kham → Pak Thale → Laem Phak Bia → Kaeng Krachan
Shorebirding at Thailand’s premier saltpan sites including private boat session.
Transfer inland to Kaeng Krachan.
Shorebirding at Thailand’s premier saltpan sites including private boat session.
Transfer inland to Kaeng Krachan.
Day 3
Days 3–6: Kaeng Krachan National Park
Kaeng Krachan National Park
Lowland forest birding
Phanoen Thung summit zone
Ban Krang river zone
Bird pool hide session
Transfer to Khao Yai on Day 6.
Lowland forest birding
Phanoen Thung summit zone
Ban Krang river zone
Bird pool hide session
Transfer to Khao Yai on Day 6.
Day 7
Days 7–8: Khao Yai National Park
Khao Yai National Park
Forest birds, hornbills, mammals, waterfalls and scenic habitats.
Forest birds, hornbills, mammals, waterfalls and scenic habitats.
Day 9
Transfer to Bung Boraphet
Transfer to Bung Boraphet
Sunset lake cruise for waterbirds.
Sunset lake cruise for waterbirds.
Day 10
Sunrise lake cruise → Transfer to Chiang Mai
Sunrise lake cruise → Transfer to Chiang Mai
Day 11
Days 11–12: Doi Ang Khang
Doi Ang Khang
Montane birding and winter specialties.
Montane birding and winter specialties.
Day 13
Doi San Ju (Doi Pha Hom Pok NP)
Highland forest birding, pheasants and parrotbills
Day 14
Doi San Ju → Doi Inthanon
Transfer and afternoon session.
Day 15
Doi Inthanon (Multiple elevations)
Summit, waterfalls, farmland habitats.
Day 16
Mae Klang Luang / Ban Luang → Chiang Mai
Morning birding.
End of services.
End of services.
Locations & map
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- English-speaking bird leader throughout
- Accommodation (twin/double share with private bathroom)
- Meals as per itinerary (no drinks)
- Private transport throughout
- Private boat sessions as listed
- Park entrance fees
- Refreshments & drinking water
- Insurance
Not included
- Flights
- International travel insurance
- Personal expenses
- Alcoholic beverages
- Tips / gratuities
- Any services not mentioned in the itinerary