Phnom Penh & Kirirom National Park Birding Adventure
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490 $
A 2 day birding tour is ideal for those seeking to combine an interest in countryside & forest birds of Cambodia with a variety of species as the top birds in this kingdom. Our top birds such as Cambodian Tailorbird, Oriental Pratincole, Brown Shrike, Collared kingfisher, Ashy Drongo, Chinese Francolin, Common Flameback, Black-naped Oriole, Greater Racket Tailed, Forest wagtail, White rumped Shama, Red-whiskered Bulbul, Puff-throated Babbler, White-crested Laughingthrush, Dark-necked Tailorbird, Blue-eared Barbet, Black- naped Monarch and Mountain Imperial- pigeon.
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Reviews 1 Review5/5
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Vacation Style Holiday Type
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Hiking
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Jungle
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Activity Level Leisurely
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Group Size Small Group
All about the Phnom Penh & Kirirom National Park Birding Adventure.
A 2 day birding tour is ideal for those seeking to combine an interest in countryside & forest birds of Cambodia with a variety of species as the top birds in this kingdom. Our tour began in the countryside of Phnom Penh where we headed up to the Mekong River, lotus ponds and enjoy good views of several wetland birds and especially the top bird around Phnom Penh such as Cambodian Tailorbird, Oriental Pratincole, Brown Shrike, Black shoulder kite, Chinese Pond Heron, Zebra Dove, Indian Roller, Greet Bee-Eater, White-breasted waterhen, Purple Swamphen, Pheasant-Tailed Jacana, Bronze winged jacana, little cormorant, little ringed plover, Whimbrel, Cattle Egret, Javan Pond-Heron, Common Snipe, Common Greenshank , Darter, Pied kingfisher, Collared kingfisher, Ashy Drongo, Coppersmith Barbet and a numerous of wetland birds. We also seek community based ecotourism and take a step to see more of forest birds after we had overnight stay and experience with local people at these communities. Our top birds in Chambok Community Based Ecotourism are concluded with Chinese Francolin, Common Flameback, Black-naped Oriole, Ashy Drongo, Greater Racket Tailed, Forest wagtail, White rumped Shama, Red-whiskered Bulbul, Puff-throated Babbler, White-crested Laughingthrush, Dark-necked Tailorbird, Blue-eared Barbet, Black- naped Monarch, Mountain Imperial- pigeon and a numerous of the forest birds.
Top Birds:
Cambodian Tailorbird, Oriental Pratincole, Brown Shrike, Collared kingfisher, Ashy Drongo, Chinese Francolin, Common Flameback, Black-naped Oriole, Greater Racket Tailed, Forest wagtail, White rumped Shama, Red-whiskered Bulbul, Puff-throated Babbler, White-crested Laughingthrush, Dark-necked Tailorbird, Blue-eared Barbet, Black- naped Monarch and Mountain Imperial- pigeon.
Species : 70 to 180
Habitats Covered: Lotus fields, woodland, cultivation, rice fields, lowland broad-leaved and tropical moist forest
Expected Climate: Humid in the lowlands with occasional rain showers
Group Size: 2 to 5 with 1 tour leader
Trip Duration : 2 day & 1 night
Accommodation: Local project home stay at Chambok Community Based Ecotourism
Ease of Birding: Moderate with some very tricky species
Photographic Opportunities: Good
The tour package inclusions and exclusions at a glance
What is included in this tour?Items that are included in the cost of tour price.
- Local birding Guide
- Round trip private vehicle support
- Meal included: 2 breakfast & 2 lunch
- Fruit & drinking water
- One night homestay at Chambok village
- Binocular & field scope
What is not included in this tour?Items that are not included in the cost of tour price.
- Diner & entrance ticket fee at Chambok Ecotourism Community
- Travel insurance
- Miscellaneous personal expenses and tips
Please prepare some cash for dinner which it cost from 4$ and entrance ticket 3$ per person
A local project home stay at Chambok Village
Chambok Community was established as an eco-tourism site back in 2003 with the assistance of NGO Mlup Baitong, Kirirom National Park and local authorities. The goal of Chambok Community was to financially assist the protection of the communities forest and prevent illegal logging in the area. Now there are just under 1400 hectares of forest protected as part of a Community Protected Area on which Chambok Community is located. Moreover, more than 500 families are supported through tourism here.
The Chambok site is an initiative developed in 2001 by a local environment organization Mlup Baitong, in cooperation with the Ministry of Environment. the aim was to address the issues of deforestation and community livelihoods for villagers in the area, who depend on the forests to produce charcoal to make a living. Through community education programs, they were shown the benefits of protecting the forests for future generations.
Since then, the Chambok ecotourism project was developed to provide an alternative income to the villagers. Managed by the villagers of Chambok commune, all revenues from tourism stay in the community and help them to protect the forest and manage it in a sustainable way. Trained local guides are available to share their knowledge of the nature, history and cultural aspects of the area. The site also has a visitor centre and a restaurant where the local youth stage dance performances and Khmer food is served.
Chambok Eco-tourism Resort, around 70km from Phnom Penh in Kampong Spue province, is just a few kilometres away from Kirirom Hillside resort. But while Kirirom is an upscale luxury retreat, Chambok is successful and sustainable community project. Unlike many similar schemes, Chambok is run with definite and realistic aims in mind conservation that benefits local communities through tourism. Ecotourism is very important for community development, explained Chan Sokha, KCD’s director. Chambok is managed by the community, but benefits from it. The project supports families and the community.
Situated next to Kirirom National Park, Chambok has a lot of attractions and activities to offer to both local and international tourists who are strongly interested in nature. It is well known for its three streams, including the biggest with over 40 meters of beautiful waterfall. Tourists can take guided tours to one of those streams and enjoy the views while hiking through the forest. The English speaking guides will tell a lot about both animals living in the forests and plants growing there. Beside these three waterfalls there is a unique opportunity of experimenting a bat cave and its hundreds of inhabitants.
Next to Chambok ecotourism site the Kirirom National Park is situated with a basic guesthouse and restaurant inside. The Kirirom Hillside resort is a hotel containing several bungalows, a restaurant, theme park and swimming pool at the border of Kirirom National Park. The small town of Treng Trayeung with its market and restaurants is close to Chambok as well.
The tour package inclusions and exclusions at a glance.
Below is a list of equipment that we suggest you take with you.
- Wear comfort clothes and shoes
- Sunscreen, sunhat, lip balm, and sunglasses
- Smartphone or camera and make sure their batteries and memory space are enough
- Small day backpack as it easy to carry something of your personal stuff and water
- Pack some of your necessary stuff and luggage transfer is included
There is no matter that you didn’t bring your bins for birdwatching tour, we have such of equipment to entire this birding trip ending with enjoyable and bird encounters. We have binocular for individual, field scope, birding checklist, and birding guidebook.
Throughout this birding journey, we running a project on ” Bird Awareness to the children” with an objective to raise awareness on birds, wildlife and environment to children where it will contribute the sustainable development.
Therefore, we would happy to get some of your used gears for birding and wildlife such as: Binocular, GPS, Color for children painting, note book, refillable bottle, etc.
We do not accept cash for the donation..!
Orkun Chroeun ( Thanks ..!)
Well, that is available for your meal option during the trip with us. We has known, some of the most common dietary restrictions include vegan and vegetarianism, peanut allergies, lactose intolerance, and gluten intolerance etc. Therefore, you could mention us during your proceed the booking or direct contact to us via WhatsApp +85512883898.
Islam is the religion of a majority of the Cham (also called Khmer Islam) and Malay minorities in Cambodia. According to from general Population census results of the Kingdom of Cambodia 2019, there are around 311,045 Muslims in the country as of 2019. As of 2016, data from the Ministry also recorded 884 mosques scattered all throughout Cambodia.
If you’re staying in urban centers and tourist-friendly towns like Phnom Penh, Siem Reap, Battambang and Sihanoukville, you won’t have trouble finding restaurants owned by Muslims. Your dining options are also varied. There are restaurants and stalls serving Khmer halal food.
Overall Rating
5/5
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Cambodia birds introduction Jan 2024 As a beginner to birdwatching, this was an amazing introduction to birds of Cambodia. Thong was very professional and experienced. He was able to locate many birds by following their calls. He also has a profound understanding of their habitats and seasonal movements. On the first day we covered a variety of habitats including farmland, lightly wooded scrub, water and towards the end of the day, the forest near the Chambok community. My personal highlight was the Pitta, which was difficult to locate but we finally got fantastic views. The overnight homestay added to the adventure. Staying in the village and enjoying home cooking. The second day, we saw more of the forest before moving to a higher altitude to enjoy a new habitat. Pine forests. Finally we made our way back to Phnom Penh. And arrived early in the evening around sunset. I will be booking a longer trip with Thong in 2025.