Cambodia Bird Guide Association: A Paradise for Birdwatchers
- Bale Huy
- Mar 5, 2024
- 2 min read

If you are looking for an unforgettable adventure that combines birding, ecotourism, and conservation, you should consider visiting Cambodia Bird Guide Association (CBGA), an NGO based in Siem Reap that offers birding tours and natural heritage tours across Cambodia. CBGA is committed to the preservation of wildlife, nature, and developing the livelihoods of people in conservation areas. They work closely with the provincial Department of Environment to raise awareness and educate local people on avian and environmental issues.
Overview
CBGA was founded in December 2016 by a group of accomplished birdwatchers and conservationists, who collectively have many years of experience, specifically in avian and wildlife preservation.
CBGA tours are led by professional local bird guides to 17 different destinations from Siem Reap, Angkor Wat, Prek Toal, ATT, Koh Ker Beng Mealea, Florican Grassland, Tmatboey, Okoki, Vulture Restaurant, Kratie, Bokor, Phnom Aural, from ½ day to 3-week trip.
The total number of bird species recorded is around 647, which includes many rare and endangered species. From Giant Ibis (national bird of Cambodia) and the White-shouldered Ibis; to Cambodian Tailorbird and Milky Stork.
Activities
CBGA offers a variety of birding activities to suit different preferences and levels of experience. Some of the activities include:
Half-day or full-day tours to Chaktomuk Marshland, Prek Toal Bird Sanctuary, Ang Trapeang Thmor, Kbal Spean, Koh Ker, Changkran Roy, Florican Grassland, Tmatboey, Okoki, Boeng Toal Vulture Restaurant, Kratie, Keo Seima Wildlife Sanctuary, Bokor National Park, or Phnom Aural.
20-day strenuous birding Cambodia Krong Siem Reap tour or 14-day tour across Cambodia tour for more immersive and challenging experiences.
Special 2-night to 3-night tour to Tmatboey or Okoki for more intimate and personalized encounters with the birds.
Price
CBGA's prices vary depending on the duration, destination, and type of tour. They offer competitive rates that include transportation, accommodation, meals, entrance fees, guide fees, equipment rental, insurance, and taxes.
You can find more details about their prices on their website or contact them directly for a customized quote.
How to get there
CBGA is based in Siem Reap, which is easily accessible by air or land from Phnom Penh or other major cities in Cambodia.
From Siem Reap airport or bus station, you can take a taxi or shuttle bus to their office at Salakamreuk Rd Wat Damnak Village.
From there, they can arrange pick-up and drop-off services for their tours.
How to book
You can book your tour online through their website or contact them directly by phone or email.
They offer flexible payment options such as credit card or bank transfer.
They also provide free consultation and assistance before and during your trip.
Contact information
Phone: 092 657 656
Website: Cambodia Bird Guide Association
Open Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:00 - 17:30
Address: Salakamreuk Rd, Wat Damnak Village, Siem Reap, Cambodia, Siem Reap Province, 17254
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