Hanoi After Dark: Owls & Nightjars Spotlighting Tour

Join us on an unforgettable after-dark adventure to discover the nocturnal wildlife of Ha Noi! Perfect for birders, wildlife photographers, nature lovers and families, this tour offers the chance to encounter some of northern Vietnam’s rarely seen nocturnal species, specialising in owls and nightjars, but also nocturnal reptiles, amphibians, mammals, moths, and more.

Your evening begins with pick-up from your accommodation in Ha Noi just before dusk. Please have dinner beforehand or bring along some snacks to enjoy during the outing. Each night is different, and we explore a variety of habitats around the outskirts of the city, including urban scrub, agricultural lands, lakesides, and wetlands. Our spotlighting tours are tailored to suit both your interests and local conditions. Whether you’re hoping to target specific species like the Collared Scops Owl, Eastern Barn Owl, Grey Nightjar or the highly sought-after Australasian Grass Owl, or simply want to be amazed by whatever appears, we’ve got you covered. Birders and photographers with particular targets are encouraged to let us know in advance.

You’ll be accompanied by an experienced guide and equipped with red-light torches and headlamps for safe and respectful wildlife viewing. While flash photography is not permitted, photographers can work with our team to capture stunning, well-lit images using white light when appropriate (all images on this page were captured without flash).

As you travel in a comfortable modern vehicle, keep your eyes peeled for bonus nocturnal creatures like the Japanese Pipistrelle, Asian Common Toad, Chinese Cobra, Beautiful Pygmy Frog, Asian Painted Frog, Asian Sunbeam Snake, 

No two nights are the same, each outing brings its own surprises and special encounters. So come with a sense of curiosity and let us show you the wild side of Hà Nội after dark!