Da Lat Birding Tours
Explore Vietnam’s most renowned plateau, home to the country’s richest diversity of endemic and near-endemic bird species, along with spectacular montane and coniferous forests. Discover extraordinary birding opportunities with our Half-Day, Full-Day, Spotlighting or Custom Tours.
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Summary
– Specialist Birding Tours
– Bookings Available Year-Round
– Departs from Da Lat & nearby regions
– Private tours for individuals or small groups with options for larger groups available upon request
Prices Starting From: (Full Day)
Single Person: $325 per person
Group of 2: $205 per person
Group of 3: $172 per person
Group of 4: $153 per person
*Spotlighting, custom quotes and half day tours on request
Da Lat Birding Tours
Tour Code: DL0501
Birding Tours with Next Continent
At Next Continent, we specialise in delivering exceptional birding tours and experiences for enthusiasts of all levels. Whether you’re a beginner, a seasoned pro, or an avid bird photographer, we offer tailored tours to suit your interests and goals.
Da Lat is one of Vietnam’s most celebrated birding destinations, known for its unique biodiversity. The plateau, located at an elevation of 1,500 meters, features a mix of coniferous and montane evergreen forests. What makes Da Lat especially sought-after is its abundance of endemic, near-endemic species, and distinct subspecies. Our day tours are designed to help visiting birders target these specialist species. While we recommend spending 2–3 days in the area for a more comprehensive experience, much can still be achieved with a single day of focused birding.
Our tours range from half-day, full-day, and spotlighting experiences (targeting owls, nightjars, and other nocturnal birds) to custom multi-day adventures.
Our Approach to Birding
Our birding tours are designed with you in mind:
- Target Species: If you have specific target species, share your list, and we’ll create a custom itinerary to help you find them.
- Classic Routes: For those looking for a more holistic experience, we offer classic birding routes that cover the best habitats and sites in the area.
- Flexible Timing: Our local expert guides are available for any duration, ensuring you have a tailored experience.
Types of Birding Experiences We Offer
- Targeted Birding: A custom itinerary designed around your target species
- Big Day Birding: For those who want to maximize their species list, we visit a range of habitats, often recording over 50-80 species in a single day, especially during spring and summer when migratory species are present.
- Relaxed Birding: If you prefer a slower pace, we’ll guide you through the highlights of the region, exploring a variety of parks and reserves with unique birdlife.
- Bird Photography: Our guides can adjust the day to focus on photography, taking you to the best spots to capture stunning bird images.
Highlight Species:
The Da Lat plateau boasts an incredible diversity of possible target species, from the reasonably common (Indochinese Barbet) to some of the more highly sought after (Dalat Bush Warbler and Orange-breasted Laughingthrush). Below are some of the more typically requested and expected species. For a comprehensive list, we recommend checking eBird or reaching out to us via email.
Endemics & Near-Endemics:
Rufous-throated Partridge (A. r. annamensis), Bar-backed Partridge (A. b. albigula), Silver Pheasant (L. n. annamensis), Da Lat Shrike-babbler (P. a. annamensis), Clicking Shrike-babbler (P. i. intermedius/indochinensis), Annam Streaked Wren-babbler (Grammatoptila rufiventer), Indochinese Wren-babbler (Napothera danjoui), Black-crowned Fulvetta (Schoeniparus klossi), Indochinese Fulvetta (Alcippe bidoupensis), Plain Minla (M. c. orientalis), Yellow-crowned Green Magpie (C. c. margaritae), Dalat Bush Warbler (Locustella idonea), Vietnamese Greenfinch (Chloris monguilloti), Orange-breasted Laughingthrush (Garrulax annamensis), Black-hooded Laughingthrush (Garrulax m. millet), Collared Laughingthrush (Trochalopteron yersini), White-spectacled Sibia (H. d. robinsoni), Grey-crowned Tit (A. c. annamensis), Brown-backed Bulbul (H. f. remotus), Grey-crowned Crocias (Laniellus langbianis), Yellow-billed Nuthatch (S. s. fortior), Langbian Tit (P. m. legendrei), Langbian Lesser Shortwing (B. l. langbianensis), Langbian Sunbird (A. s. johnsi), Annam Sunbird (A. g. annamensis), Dalat Crossbill (L. c. meridionalis).
Other Key Species:
Pin-tailed (Lowe’s) Green Pigeon (Treron apicauda), Wedge-tailed Green Pigeon (Treron sphenura), Yellow-vented Green Pigeon (Treron phoenicoptera), Mountain Imperial Pigeon (Ducula badia), Vernal Hanging Parrot (Loriculus vernalis), Red-vented Barbet (Megalaima lagrandieri), Necklaced Barbet (Megalaima subgenus), Indochinese Barbet (Megalaima asiatica), Blue-bearded Bee-eater (Nyctyornis athertoni),Grey Nightjar (Caprimulgus indicus), Spot-bellied Eagle Owl (Bubo nipalensis), Mountain Scops Owl (Otus spilocephalus), Collared Owlet (Glaucidium brodiei), Rufous-bellied Eagle (Hieraaetus kienerii), Hodgon’s (Indochinese) Frogmouth (Batrachostomus hodgsoni), White-cheeked Laughingthrush (Garrulax vassali), Blue Pitta (Pitta cyanea), Rusty-naped Pitta (Pitta oatesi), Spotted Forktail (Enicurus maculates), Maroon Oriole (Oriolus traillii), Slender-billed Oriole (Oriolus tenuirostris), Indochinese Cuckooshrike (Coracina bocourti), Burmese Shrike (Lanius collurioides), Green Cochoa (Cochoa viridis), Large Niltava (Niltava grandis), Rufous-browed Flycatcher (Ficedula rufifrons), Dark-sided Thrush (Turdus feae), Eurasian Hoopoe (Upupa epops).
Why Choose Us?
- Expert Guides: Our experienced bird and wildlife guides have in-depth knowledge of the region and its avifauna.
- Private Driver: You’ll be accompanied by a private driver to ensure seamless transportation throughout your tour.
- Bird Lists: We’ll provide a detailed bird list of all the species encountered during your trip. Same goes for sharing eBird checklists.
- Spotting Scopes & Field Guides: Available upon request to enhance your birding experience.
- Meals & Accommodation Transfers: We can organise meals and provide pickup/drop-off services from your accommodation.
- First Aid & Safety: All our guides are trained in first aid and ensure a COVID-19 Safe environment throughout your tour.
- Comprehensive Insurance: We provide full insurance coverage, giving you peace of mind during your adventure.
- Entrance Tickets & Permits: All necessary entrance tickets and permits are included in your tour, so you don’t have to worry about any additional fees.
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Tailor Your Experience
Looking to enhance your experience? Whether it’s adding an extra day, making an additional stop, arranging pick-up from a distant location, hiring a camera, or combining your tour with another one of our amazing experiences, we’ve got you covered. Get in touch today, and let our experts craft a private, customised itinerary with dates and prices tailored to your needs
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