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Thailand's Highlights
Tour Code: THA02A comprehensive 17-day holiday, visiting the central and northern regions of Thailand in search of the best birdlife on offer in this stunning Asian country.
£5,395
£4,595
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Summary
Thailand is an exceptional country for birdwatching and attracts birders from all over the world, so great is the lure of setting eyes on some of Asia's most iconic species, namely the Spoon-billed Sandpiper, Coral-billed Ground Cuckoo and Giant Nuthatch! The ease of birding across the varied habitats ensures a list of over 400 species is very much achievable and will include a range of pheasants, broadbills, pittas and flycatchers. Commencing our tour in the centre of the country, we will first visit the thriving saltpans where up to 30 species of waders are possible; we will then move to nearby forest to appreciate a different mix of avian-life. We then head to the north of the country and set out to find such sought-after species as Giant Nuthatch, Hume's Pheasant and a vast array of mouth-watering Himalayan specialities which winter here. The list of highlights is endless as we cover the very best national parks in the hidden parts of this beautiful south-east Asian country. Mammals will also be appreciated throughout this tour with Asian Elephant, Sun Bear, White-handed Gibbons and other primates all possible.
Accommodation will be in lodges and a number of hotels, while Thailand's superb road network ensures travelling around will be comfortable.
Please note the 03 February departure will spend the first half of the trip in the north, opposite to the itinerary. The same sites and length of time at each site will remain the same.
- Excellent chance of seeing Spoon-billed Sandpiper, Hume's Pheasant and Giant Nuthatch
- Critically-endangered Yellow-breasted Buntings on their wintering grounds
- A variety of broadbills, hornbills & pheasants in pristine national parks
- Potential of 400 species of bird
- Visits to Doi Lang and Doi Inthanon for Himalayan specialities
- Possibility of Coral-billed Ground Cuckoo
- Gibbons, langurs & a variety of lizards
- Led by an expert Thai birder
Outline Itinerary
What's Included?
- Flights
- Accommodation:
All accommodation will be in 3-star hotels or comfortable lodges. All are based close to the key wildlife sites to minimise travel.
- Food:
All food is included in this holiday. Expect typical Thai cuisine for dinners, while breakfasts and lunches will vary; however, there are plenty of western options available too. Supermarkets can be visited each evening for daytime snack options.
Dates & Prices
2026
2027
Why Naturetrek?
At Naturetrek we craft expertly-guided group and tailor-made wildlife holidays and cruises to all seven continents. On one of our holidays, you can be assured that our passionate team will enable you to experience and enjoy the best of the world's wildlife and natural spectacles in as comfortable and rewarding a manner as possible, caring as best we can for the environment in the process. We are proud to provide:
- The widest choice of wildlife holidays worldwide
- Tours managed and led by naturalists, for naturalists
- Outstanding value and exceptional customer service
Furthermore, as a Naturetrek client, our office team are always to on hand to help you – so if you have any queries about your holiday, whether before or after you have booked, we will be delighted to answer them on the phone. Please just give our team a call!
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