Kaeng Krachan Bird Watching Day Trip
Kaeng Krachan Bird Watching Day Trip is a full‑day guided birding adventure into Thailand’s largest national park, famous for its diverse forest habitats and rich birdlife. Explore lush rainforest trails and scenic areas with an experienced guide, spotting a wide range of species from vivid forest dwellers to rare and elusive birds. Perfect for both birdwatching enthusiasts and nature lovers who want an immersive wildlife experience.
About this tour
Kaeng Krachan Bird Watching Day Trip – Full-Day Rainforest Adventure
Experience the rich avian diversity and pristine rainforest of Kaeng Krachan National Park, Thailand’s largest protected forest area, on this full-day birding tour. Renowned for its dense tropical and montane forests, rivers, and scenic landscapes, Kaeng Krachan provides a habitat for an impressive variety of bird species, including rare, endemic, and migratory birds that attract birdwatchers from around the world.
The tour begins early in the morning to maximize sightings during peak bird activity. Guided by an experienced local birding expert, you will explore forest trails, riverbanks, and viewpoints while learning about bird behavior, ecology, and the conservation of this unique ecosystem. The guide assists with species identification, calls, and spotting elusive birds, ensuring a rich and educational experience for participants of all skill levels.
Throughout the day, you may encounter colorful forest birds, raptors, barbets, flycatchers, woodpeckers, hornbills, and other tropical species. There are multiple stops along scenic routes for observation, photography, and quiet reflection in the heart of the rainforest. The tour includes a break for refreshments or lunch in a natural setting, offering time to relax and enjoy the tranquil surroundings.
Kaeng Krachan is also home to a variety of wildlife beyond birds, including butterflies, reptiles, and mammals, adding to the richness of the experience. The combination of abundant biodiversity, pristine forest trails, and expert guidance ensures a rewarding and memorable day for both dedicated birders and nature enthusiasts.
By the end of the tour, participants gain a deeper understanding of Thailand’s forest ecosystems, leave with unforgettable wildlife encounters, and return home with a full day immersed in one of the country’s most spectacular natural environments.
Experience the rich avian diversity and pristine rainforest of Kaeng Krachan National Park, Thailand’s largest protected forest area, on this full-day birding tour. Renowned for its dense tropical and montane forests, rivers, and scenic landscapes, Kaeng Krachan provides a habitat for an impressive variety of bird species, including rare, endemic, and migratory birds that attract birdwatchers from around the world.
The tour begins early in the morning to maximize sightings during peak bird activity. Guided by an experienced local birding expert, you will explore forest trails, riverbanks, and viewpoints while learning about bird behavior, ecology, and the conservation of this unique ecosystem. The guide assists with species identification, calls, and spotting elusive birds, ensuring a rich and educational experience for participants of all skill levels.
Throughout the day, you may encounter colorful forest birds, raptors, barbets, flycatchers, woodpeckers, hornbills, and other tropical species. There are multiple stops along scenic routes for observation, photography, and quiet reflection in the heart of the rainforest. The tour includes a break for refreshments or lunch in a natural setting, offering time to relax and enjoy the tranquil surroundings.
Kaeng Krachan is also home to a variety of wildlife beyond birds, including butterflies, reptiles, and mammals, adding to the richness of the experience. The combination of abundant biodiversity, pristine forest trails, and expert guidance ensures a rewarding and memorable day for both dedicated birders and nature enthusiasts.
By the end of the tour, participants gain a deeper understanding of Thailand’s forest ecosystems, leave with unforgettable wildlife encounters, and return home with a full day immersed in one of the country’s most spectacular natural environments.
Planning a wider trip? Read our birdwatching guide to Thailand.
Birds you can spot
Ashy Drongo
Dicrurus leucophaeus
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Dicrurus leucophaeus
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Bamboo Woodpecker
Gecinulus viridis
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Gecinulus viridis
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Banded Bay Cuckoo
Cacomantis sonneratii
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Cacomantis sonneratii
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Banded Broadbill
Eurylaimus javanicus
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Eurylaimus javanicus
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Banded Kingfisher
Lacedo pulchella
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Lacedo pulchella
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Black Baza
Aviceda leuphotes
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Aviceda leuphotes
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Black Drongo
Dicrurus macrocercus
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Dicrurus macrocercus
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Black-and-red Broadbill
Cymbirhynchus macrorhynchos
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Cymbirhynchus macrorhynchos
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Black-and-yellow Broadbill
Eurylaimus ochromalus
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Eurylaimus ochromalus
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Black-capped Kingfisher
Halcyon pileata
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Halcyon pileata
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Black-eared Shrike-babbler
Pteruthius melanotis
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Pteruthius melanotis
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Black-thighed Falconet
Microhierax fringillarius
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Microhierax fringillarius
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Black-throated Sunbird
Aethopyga saturata
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Aethopyga saturata
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Black-winged Kite
Elanus caeruleus
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Elanus caeruleus
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Blue Whistling Thrush
Myophonus caeruleus
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Myophonus caeruleus
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Blue-bearded Bee-eater
Nyctyornis athertoni
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Nyctyornis athertoni
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Blue-eared Kingfisher
Alcedo meninting
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Alcedo meninting
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Blue-rumped Parrot
Psittinus cyanurus
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Psittinus cyanurus
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Blue-tailed Bee-eater
Merops philippinus
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Merops philippinus
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Blue-throated Blue Flycatcher
Cyornis rubeculoides
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Cyornis rubeculoides
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Blue-winged Pitta
Pitta moluccensis
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Pitta moluccensis
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Booted Eagle
Hieraaetus pennatus
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Hieraaetus pennatus
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Bronzed Drongo
Dicrurus aeneus
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Dicrurus aeneus
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Brown Boobook
Ninox scutulata
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Ninox scutulata
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Brown Fish Owl
Ketupa zeylonensis
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Ketupa zeylonensis
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Brown-cheeked Fulvetta
Alcippe poioicephala
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Alcippe poioicephala
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Buffy Fish Owl
Ketupa ketupu
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Ketupa ketupu
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Chestnut-bellied Malkoha
Phaenicophaeus sumatranus
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Phaenicophaeus sumatranus
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Chestnut-breasted Malkoha
Phaenicophaeus curvirostris
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Phaenicophaeus curvirostris
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Chestnut-headed Bee-eater
Merops leschenaulti
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Merops leschenaulti
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Chestnut-winged Cuckoo
Clamator coromandus
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Clamator coromandus
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Chinese Francolin
Francolinus pintadeanus
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Francolinus pintadeanus
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Common Flameback
Dinopium javanense
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Dinopium javanense
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Common Green Magpie
Cissa chinensis
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Cissa chinensis
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Common Hoopoe
Upupa epops
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Upupa epops
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Common Kingfisher
Alcedo atthis
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Alcedo atthis
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Cotton Pygmy Goose
Nettapus coromandelianus
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Nettapus coromandelianus
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Crested Jayshrike
Platylophus galericulatus
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Platylophus galericulatus
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European Bee-eater
Merops apiaster
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Merops apiaster
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Indian Scops Owl
Otus bakkamoena
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Otus bakkamoena
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Javan Blue-banded Kingfisher
Alcedo euryzona
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Alcedo euryzona
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Spotted Wood Owl
Strix seloputo
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Strix seloputo
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Swinhoe's Minivet
Pericrocotus cantonensis
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Pericrocotus cantonensis
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Tickell's Brown Hornbill
Anorrhinus tickelli
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Anorrhinus tickelli
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Itinerary
Day 1
Pick up from your Hotel in Bangkok,and take about 3.30 hours from Bangkok.
04:00 - 17:00
07:30 Arrive at Kaeng Krachan National Park/Drive up to Phanern Thung Summit,to explore Ratchet-tailed Treepie,White-hooded Babbler,White-browed Shrike-Babbler,Orange-bellied Leafbird, Streaked Spiderhunter,Mountain Imperial Pigeon and other species. Breakfast/ 9 O'clock drive down to km.27,the others point to explore Ratchet-tailed Treepie,Red-headed Trogon,Great,Wreathed Hornbill,Golden Babbler,Lesser Racket-tailed Drongo,Green Magpie and many more..!
12:00Lunch.
13:30 Continue to afternoon program,to explore Blue Pitta,Stork-billed Kingfisher,Black-backed Kingfisher,Green Magpie,Banded Broadbill,Black-and-Yellow Broadbill,Long-tailed Broadbill,Great-slaty Woodpecker,Silver-breasted Broadbill, Sultan Tit,Velvet-fronted Nuthatch,Grey-headed Flycatcher and other birds.
17:00 Transfer back to your hotel in Bangkok.
12:00Lunch.
13:30 Continue to afternoon program,to explore Blue Pitta,Stork-billed Kingfisher,Black-backed Kingfisher,Green Magpie,Banded Broadbill,Black-and-Yellow Broadbill,Long-tailed Broadbill,Great-slaty Woodpecker,Silver-breasted Broadbill, Sultan Tit,Velvet-fronted Nuthatch,Grey-headed Flycatcher and other birds.
17:00 Transfer back to your hotel in Bangkok.
Availability & pricing
Availability: Available on request · Season: November to April
Price: Price on request
Included
- English-speaking Bird leader
- Park entrance fees (400 Baht/per/person)
- Refreshment
- Bird check list
- Meals, Fruits, Coffee and Tea
- Transportations
- Insurance
- Vat 7%
Not included
- Any other service not mentioned in the programs
- Personal expenses
- All alcoholic
Policies & FAQ
What to bring?
Light walking boots or sports shoes
Spotting Scope and binoculars
Long trousers and long sleeved shirt for walking in the forest
Mosquito repellent,sun hat and sun cream
Send inquiry
Ask about this tour before booking. Your preferred date is optional and availability will be confirmed after your inquiry.