Top Cambodia Bird Watching in 2026

Embark on a captivating birdwatching day trip in Phnom Penh, where you'll traverse diverse sites to encounter a plethora of avian species, including the Cambodian tailorbird, Black-crowned Night-heron, Oriental Darter, Black drongo, Green-billed Malkoha, Asian Openbill, Lesser Whistling-duck, Little Grebe, Cinnamon Bittern, Grey Heron, Java Pond Heron, Black-shouldered Kite, and numerous migratory birds. Enriching the experience, explore the local life along the Tonle Sap River, visit floating villages, and discover the historic Oudong temple. This comprehensive tour includes round-trip vehicle support, the expertise of a local birding guide, and delectable meals.

Prek Toal Birds Sanctuary is one of the most important bird sanctuaries in Southeast Asia. Encounter Cambodia’s startling wildlife on a thrilling full day private tours around Tonle Sap Lake from Siem Reap. Get a glimpse of local life on the water as you pass floating villages, markets and stilted houses, then enter the protected biosphere reserve of the Prek Toal Bird Sanctuary. Paddle around the flooded forests and swamps in a traditional boat, and look out for over 199 bird species, including Spot billed Pelican, Black headed Ibis, Grey-headed Fish Eagles and the rare Masked Finfoot. - Full-day private tour of Tonle Sap and Prek Toal birds sanctuary from Siem Reap - Informative commentary of Cambodia’s wildlife from an insightful personal guide - Pass stilted houses, flooded forests, and floating markets that you cruise across Tonle Sap Lake - Spot ibis, storks, and pelicans on a cruise around the Prek Toal Bird Sanctuary - Private tour ensures a personalized experience

Finding an evening activity in Siem Reap that feels meaningful—rather than just another tourist show—can be difficult, especially if you want something that reflects real Cambodian culture. A Phare Circus performance solves that problem by offering an authentic, high-quality experience created and performed by local artists, while also supporting a nonprofit organization that helps vulnerable communities. Relax and enjoy a moving, visually striking performance that combines storytelling, music, and circus arts into one unforgettable night.

With two full days to explore Angkor Archeological Site, you can cover Angkor’s most dramatic highlights, including Banteay Srei, a magnificent and little-visited temple set deep in the countryside. Traveling in a climate-controlled vehicle is a great way to keep cool between the sweltering sites, and the tour includes sunrise at Angkor Wat, a classic experience made smoother by pre-arranging your early morning transport.

This tour takes visitors to the wonders of Kampot, allowing visitors to experience the authentic countryside of Cambodia. The first stop is to the Salt Fields before carrying on to Phnom Chhngok Cave Temple, then to Brateak Krola Lake that is actually an impressive dam, before ending at La Plantation.

Encounter Cambodia’s startling wildlife on a thrilling full-day cruise around Tonle Sap Lake from Siem Reap. Get a glimpse of local life on the water as you pass floating villages, markets and stilted houses, then enter the protected biosphere reserve of the Prek Toal Bird Sanctuary. Paddle around the flooded forests and swamps in a traditional flat bottomed boat, and look out for over 150 bird species, including Spot billed Pelican, Black headed Ibis, Grey-headed Fish Eagles and the rare Masked Finfoot. This small-group tour includes hotel pick-up and lunch.

Enjoy unlimited beer or soft drinks as you explore Phnom Penh by tuk-tuk on an evening food tour of Phnom Penh street food, local restaurants, and beer. Visiting local spots with a food-loving guide is a great way to go beyond the well-known dishes at tourist restaurants; get the back story on each bite as you try local specialties, from the Cambodian national dish to more modern varieties.

Oxcart Tour provide amazing opportunity to see glimpses of rural lifestyle, get to know more about Cambodian culture, customs and friendly locals. The traditional ox cart has been an important part featuring about Cambodian culture dating back to hundreds of years. Until the present, oxcart is still used to transport goods, stacks of thatches, sacks of rice from the one place to others. Apart from using oxcart to carry stuff, it brings an attractive adventure to tourists who wish to see charming Cambodia.