Similar to Cat Tien National Park in terms of habitat, Tan Phu is closer to Ho Chi Minh City; this site is perfect for those who don't have enough time to visit Cat Tien. We can visit Tan Phu for a day tour; however, it is better to spend at least one night in Dinh Quan town to have more time to enjoy the many excellent species to be seen there. This is also one of the reliable sites for the elusive Orange-necked partridge, which is very difficult to see in Cat Tien. We expect to record around 80 bird species on this tour.

The Orange-necked Partridge and chick in the bird blind

Most highlights:

Orange-necked partridge, Germain’s Peacock Pheasant, Siamese Fireback, Blue-rumped and Bar-bellied Pitta, Black-and-buff Woodpecker, Black-and-red, Banded and Dusky Broadbill, Grey-faced tit-babbler.

Banded Broadbill

Hide Photography & Ethics:

To ensure bird welfare, local hides use minimal baiting to attract shy ground species without creating dependency. Guests must stay concealed inside the hide, avoid flash photography, and refrain from using audio playback around feeding setups.

Itinerary:

• Day 1 (L, D): Pick-up in Ho Chi Minh City in the early morning, a 2.5-hour drive to the forest, and then we start birding. Overnight in Dinh Quan town.
• Day 2 (B, L): Birding from early morning till late afternoon, then we drive back to Ho Chi Minh City

Tour price: 

• Includes: Bird guide, transportation by private car, accommodation (shared twin room), daily meals and drinking water as listed, entrance fees. Also provides a birding spotting scope and a bird ID manual.
• Excludes: Personal expenses (e.g., beverages, laundry), tipping for guide and driver (optional but appreciated), single supplement.

Relevant tour:

• Cat Tien National Park Birding Tour
• Da Lat Bird Photography Tour
• Central Highlands Vietnam Birding Tour

More information about birding sites in Vietnam:

• Da Lat Plateau
• Cat Tien National Park
• Yok Don National Park