Giant Ibis Birding Tour: 3 Days, 2 Nights

3 days

Northern Plains Giant Ibis Birding Tour (3 Days / 2 Nights)

Embark on an unforgettable 3-day, 2-night birding adventure into the heart of Cambodia's Northern Plains, one of the last strongholds for some of the world's rarest bird species.

Departing from Siem Reap, journey to Kriel Lodge in Preah Vihear Province, a comfortable base surrounded by prime birdwatching habitat. Over three days, you'll explore seasonal wetlands, dry deciduous forests, and grasslands in search of Cambodia's national bird, the Critically Endangered Giant Ibis, as well as the equally rare White-shouldered Ibis.

This tour offers exceptional opportunities to observe a wide variety of Northern Plains specialties, including vultures, woodpeckers, rollers, barbets, raptors, and other unique dry-forest species. Between December and April, sightings of both ibis species are highly reliable, with our tours achieving a success rate of over 95%.

For birders seeking an even more complete Northern Plains experience, an optional extension can be arranged to visit the Bengal Florican Grasslands, home to one of the world's most endangered bustard species.

Whether you are a dedicated birder, wildlife photographer, or nature enthusiast, this tour provides a rare opportunity to witness globally threatened species while directly supporting community-based conservation efforts in Cambodia's Northern Plains.

Short on time? We also offer a 2-day, 1-night version of this tour.

What's included?
    • Accommodation
      • The tour price includes 2 nights accommodation at Kriel Lodge in a Standard Room (based on double occupancy for 2 guests).
    • Entry & admission fees
      • All entry and admission fees to parks.
    • Guide Fees
      • You will have a dedicated tour guide for the entire trip.
    • All Transport
      • All of your transport throughout the trip including transfers.
    • Refreshments
      • Water will be provided to you throughout the trip.
    • Breakfast
      • Breakfast is provided.
    • Lunch
      • Lunch is provided.
    • Conservation Contributions
      • SVC will contribute part of the trip cost towards conservation.
    Exclusions
      • City Accommodation & Meals
        • Accommodation and dinner in Siem Reap, Phnom Penh and Sen Monorum. SVC can organise this if requested.
      • Trip Insurance
        • It is strongly recommended that you travel with insurance.
      • Laundry
        • A hand wash laundry service can be provided with additional charges, depending on availability.
      • Tip or gratuity
        • It is your own decision should you wish to tip staff.
      • Wifi
        • Wifi not available outside of major cities and towns.
      Please note
        • Transport
          • 4x4 Air-conditioned Car
        • When to go
          • December to April is the best time for this tour.
        • Conservation Contribution
          • Revenue from our tours help to fund wildlife conservation and community projects.
        What to bring
          • Sun hat
          • Sun cream
          • Appropriate closed-toe shoes. Walking boots are best
          • Light clothing covering shoulders and knees- this is especially relevant when visiting temples and religious sites. Clothing should not be bright when birding
          • Insect repellent
          • Waterproof coat
          • Small denominations of money. This is especially relevant when entering Northern Cambodia. $20 is the maximum denomination of money that should be taken
          • Ear plugs are recommended for multi-day tours. The sound of nature at night in remote areas can be loud