Coast-to-Cloud Forest Birding Expedition
5 days / 4 nights private birding expedition combining Thailand’s premier coastal shorebird sites with rainforest birding in Kaeng Krachan National Park.
About this tour
A refined 5-day private birding journey combining Thailand’s most productive coastal shorebird sites with the country’s best rainforest birding destination.
The tour begins along the Gulf of Thailand, exploring saltpans, wetlands, and a private boat session in search of wintering shorebirds and the rare possibility of the Spoon-billed Sandpiper.
The second part moves into the vast forest landscapes of Kaeng Krachan National Park, Thailand’s largest national park and part of the UNESCO Kaeng Krachan Forest Complex, offering exceptional bird diversity from lowland rainforest to mountain viewpoints and a dedicated bird pool hide session for close-range photography.
The tour begins along the Gulf of Thailand, exploring saltpans, wetlands, and a private boat session in search of wintering shorebirds and the rare possibility of the Spoon-billed Sandpiper.
The second part moves into the vast forest landscapes of Kaeng Krachan National Park, Thailand’s largest national park and part of the UNESCO Kaeng Krachan Forest Complex, offering exceptional bird diversity from lowland rainforest to mountain viewpoints and a dedicated bird pool hide session for close-range photography.
Itinerary ▼
Day 1
Bangkok → Khok Kham → Pak Thale (Private boat)
Shorebirding at Khok Kham salt farms focusing on wintering waders and Spoon-billed Sandpiper (extremely rare).
Continue to Pak Thale for saltpan birding and private boat session (approx. 14:00–18:00, tide/weather dependent).
Mangrove boardwalk and fruit bat colony visit.
Overnight: Pak Thale / Cha-am area
Continue to Pak Thale for saltpan birding and private boat session (approx. 14:00–18:00, tide/weather dependent).
Mangrove boardwalk and fruit bat colony visit.
Overnight: Pak Thale / Cha-am area
Day 2
Pak Thale / Laem Phak Bia → Kaeng Krachan
Morning shorebirding for Asian Dowitcher and Spotted Greenshank at Pak Thale and Laem Phak Bia wetlands.
Afternoon transfer to Kaeng Krachan.
Overnight: Kaeng Krachan area
Afternoon transfer to Kaeng Krachan.
Overnight: Kaeng Krachan area
Day 3
Kaeng Krachan NP (Lowland forest Km 0–18)
Full day in lowland rainforest habitats.
Focus on mixed flocks, hornbills, and forest photography.
Overnight: Kaeng Krachan area
Focus on mixed flocks, hornbills, and forest photography.
Overnight: Kaeng Krachan area
Day 4
Phanoen Thung (Summit zone)
Full day in the highland summit zone.
Cooler climate, scenic viewpoints, and altitude specialties.
Overnight: Kaeng Krachan area
Cooler climate, scenic viewpoints, and altitude specialties.
Overnight: Kaeng Krachan area
Day 5
Bird pool / hide session → Bangkok
Dedicated bird hide session for close-range photography.
Afternoon transfer to Bangkok.
End of services.
Afternoon transfer to Bangkok.
End of services.
Locations & map
Open in MapsIncluded
- Private English-speaking birding guide (5 days)
- Private transportation throughout
- Private boat session at Pak Thale
- 4 nights accommodation (twin/double share)
- Meals as per itinerary (Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)
- Kaeng Krachan National Park entrance fees
- Drinking water in vehicle
- Travel insurance in Thailand
Not included
- Personal expenses
- Alcoholic beverages & dessert
- Tips
- Any services not mentioned in the itinerary