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Tonle Sap Waterbirds and Floating Village Adventure

11 hours and 30 minutes

Easy

A magical day with an abundance of birds in a flooded forest wonderland!

Tonle Sap is the largest natural lake in Southeast Asia, increasing in area by up to 3% annually as the floodwaters of the Mekong River cause the Tonle Sap river to flow backwards and fill the lake. Situated at the western end of the great lake is the largest waterbird colony in Southeast Asia.

It is an astonishing site to visit. Prek Toal is globally important for eight species of bird; Spot-billed Pelican, Greater Adjutant, Lesser Adjutant, Milky Stork, Painted Stork, Black-headed Ibis, Oriental Darter and Grey-headed Fish-Eagle. Thousands of commoner waterbirds also breed here, and over 150 species have been recorded. The colony is at its busiest between December and April, but most species can be found throughout the year.

To view more details about this tour, please visit: https://samveasna.com/tour/tonle-sap-waterbirds-and-floating-village-adventure/

Key Species

Greater Adjutant, Lesser Adjutant, Milky Stork, Grey-headed Fish-Eagle, Spot-billed Pelican, Painted Stork, Great Cormorant, Asian Openbill, Oriental Darter, Indian Cormorant
 
Habitat

Seasonally flooded forest and scrub. Open water retreats to reveal muddy lakeshore.

What's included?
    • SVC English-speaking Khmer Bird Guide. The learn more about out guides, please visit: https://samveasna.com/meet-the-team/
    • Entry and Admissions Fees
    • Local Guide Fees
    • Pick up and drop of service from Siem Reap
    • All transport including boats across the Tonle Sap lake and local boats at Prek Toal. 
    • Breakfast and Lunch
    • Drinking Water
    • Binoculars
    • Conservation Contribution. To learn more, please visit https://samveasna.com/the-svc-model/
    Exclusions
      • Tip
      • Wifi
      • Travel Insurance. We highly recommend that each individual has valid travel insurance. We also require all participants to fill out a online waiver form before the trip that can be accessed via this link: https://forms.gle/TnRdjGzBEfHJTsw4A
      Please note
        • Transport
          • Tuk-tuk or 4*4 Car to the pier
          • Local Motorboat on the Tonle Sap
        • When to go
          • November to March, though the best time is between December and February. Water levels can change from day to day meaning access to the core reserve shifts.
        • 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