This four-day photography itinerary combines Tam Dao and Cuc Phuong, with a strong focus on pittas and other forest birds that may visit established photography sites. Because these species remain difficult and conditions vary, the page should describe them as priority targets rather than guaranteed subjects. It should also explain how hides or feeding stations are managed and the ethical standards applied.

The elusive Blue-naped Pitta is one of the most difficult birds to see and photograph. In Vietnam, the only reliable site to see is Tam Dao national park which locates not far from Noi Bai airport. We have a temporary feeding station so that you can have good chance to photograph this bird if weather is good. In addtional, Cuc Phuong national park is home to 3 other pitta-species, the Bar-bellied and Blue-rumped Pitta are trained succesfully for taking pictures. Eared Pitta is difficult and we are stil working on it.

Blue-naped Pitta

Beside pittas, there are number of interest species have been shown up at our feeding stations including Grey Laughingthrush, Streak-breasted Scimitar babbler, Limestone Wren Babbler, Japanese Robin, Fujian Niltava, etc. 

Walking along the trail, you also might encounter Short-tailed Parrotbil, Indochinese Green Magpie, Red-collared Woodpecker, Pied Falconet, White-winged Magpie, Rachet-tailed Treepie, Collared Babbler.

Itinerary;

• Day 1: Pick up in Ha Noi or Noi Bai airport, drive to Tam Dao NP and start birding. Overnight at Gia Le hotel or similar.
• Day 2: Full morning and a half afternoon birding in Tam Dao NP, later drive to Cuc Phuong NP. Stay overnight at Cuc Phuong guesthouse for 2 nights.
• Day 3: Full-day birding in Cuc Phuong NP.
• Day 4: Morning birding in Cuc Phuong then drive to airport or Ha Noi city. Tour-ends.

Tour price:

• Single supplement: USD 120
• Includes: Bird guide, transportation by private car, accommodation (share twin room), daily meals and drinking water, entrance fees. Providing portable hide, chairs and  worm.
• Excludes: Personal expense (e.g., beverage, laundry), tipping for guide and driver (optional but appreciated), single supplement.

Relevant tours:

• Central Highland
• Central Highland and Southern of Vietnam
• Cat Tien & Da Lat