Tours & Activities

Tmatboey Giant Ibis Birding

Search Cambodia’s Northern Plains for the Critically Endangered Giant Ibis and White-shouldered Ibis with specialist and community bird guides.

At a glance

Plan your visit

Location
Preah Vihear
Duration
2 days/1 night or 3 days/2 nights
Language
Khmer, English
Starting price
From $710
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The experience

What to expect

Tmatboey lies within Kulen Promtep Wildlife Sanctuary in Cambodia’s Northern Plains, protecting one of Southeast Asia’s largest remaining dry deciduous forests. Specialist SVC guides work with community bird guides who track Giant Ibis, White-shouldered Ibis and other rare dry-forest species, often beginning before dawn for the best chance of sightings.

The community ecotourism project was established with Sam Veasna Conservation Tours and the Wildlife Conservation Society, linking tourism income to no-hunting and forest-protection agreements. Current SVC options include a 2-day/1-night tour from US$710 and a 3-day/2-night tour from US$1,111. Remote-road conditions vary by season and wildlife sightings are never guaranteed.

Highlights

What makes it special

  • Prime habitat for Giant Ibis and White-shouldered Ibis
  • Expert SVC bird guides working with community trackers
  • Tourism revenue directly supporting forest and wildlife protection
Plan

Itinerary

  1. Day 1 morningDepart Siem Reap and bird seasonal grasslands en route
  2. Day 1 afternoonContinue to Tmatboey, settle into the community lodge and begin dry-forest birding
  3. Day 2 dawnStart before sunrise to search Giant Ibis roost and feeding areas
  4. Day 2 daytimeExplore dry forest and seasonal pools for White-shouldered Ibis and other specialists
  5. Return or extendTravel back to Siem Reap or continue the 3-day programme
Included

What is included

  • Specialist English-speaking bird guide
  • Community lodge accommodation and local guiding as specified
  • Meals and tour transport included in the confirmed SVC itinerary
Not included

Plan separately

  • International travel and Cambodian visa
  • Personal birding equipment unless arranged
  • Travel insurance, personal expenses and guaranteed sightings

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