Nevertheless Cat Tien is still one of the best birding sites in Vietnam and such sought after species as Germain’s Peacock-pheasant, Siamese Fireback, Green Peafowl, Bar-bellied and Blue-rumped Pitta can often be found without too much trouble in a few days of birding.
Woodpeckers, barbets, hornbills and broadbills are well represented at Cat Tien and may be seen while birding along the main road and park trails.
Cat Tien is the most accessible site in Vietnam for the Indochinese endemic Orange-necked Partridge, though it is still a difficult bird to find in its thick bamboo habitat.

Bird in Cat Tien Natiional Park:

Orange-necked Partridge, Scaly-breasted Partridge, Siamese Fireback, Germain’s Peacock- pheasant, Green Peafowl, White-bellied Woodpecker, Great Slaty Woodpecker, Pale-headed Woodpecker, Black-and-buff Woodpecker, Heart-spotted Woodpecker, Red-vented Barbet, Great Hornbill, Wreathed Hornbill, Orange-breasted Trogon, Blue-bearded Bee-eater, Banded Kingfisher, Stork-billed Kingfisher, Blyth’s Frogmouth, Great-eared Nightjar, Grey-headed Fish-eagle, Lesser Fish-eagle, Black Baza, Collared Falconet, Woolly-necked Stork, Lesser Adjutant, Blue-rumped Pitta, Bar-bellied Pitta, Blue-winged Pitta, Black-and-red Broadbill, Banded Broadbill, Dusky Broadbill, Golden-crested Myna, Grey-faced Tit-babbler.

Detail Itinerary:

Day 1: Ho Chi Minh City - Cat Tien National Park

Pick up from hotel at 8am to drive from Ho Chi Minh City to Nam Cat Tien National Park. Check in the lodge and enjoy lunch on arrival.
In the afternoon, proceed to Bau Chim area to bird watch. As the walk progresses, you can see greater quantities and varieties of birds, such as: Kingfisher, Lesser Whistling Duck, Osprey, Chinese Pond Heron, Black-winged Cuckoo shrike and sometimes Green Peafowl. Transfer back the lodge by jeep for dinner & overnight.

Summary:
Transportation: Private car
Meals: Breakfast - Lunch
Accommodation: Cat Tien Jungle Lodge

Day 2: Nam Cat Tien – Bird watching – Return Ho Chi Minh City

Early morning, enjoy quick breakfast then drive to Bau Sau. At Bau Sau begin bird watching along forest trails with variety of birds Bar Bellied Pitta, Fairy Pitta, Immigrant Bird Blue Wing Pitta, Germain Peacock Pheasantg , Siamese Fireback), Scaly Breasted Patridge, Woolly-Necked Stock…You can also take small boat to admire some water-birds such as: Purple Swamphen, Whistling Duck, Cotton Pigmy Goose, Purple Heron), Great Horn Bill, Oriental Pied Hornbill, Wreathed Hornbill.... Enjoy a picnic lunch at Bau Sau station. Transfer to back your lodge to take luggage then return Ho Chi Minh City.

Summary:
Transportation: Private car & Jeep
Meals: Breakfast - Lunch
Accommodation: N/A

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PRICE IN US$ PER PERSON

Room categories	2pax	3-4pax	5-6pax	7-8pax	9-10pax
Guest  house	186	145	120	98	90
Jungle  Lodge	220	180	140	130	120

PACKAGE INCLUDED:

• Accommodation in Cat Tien National Park
• Private air-conditioner round transfer from Ho Chi Minh to Cat Tien National Park
• Boat trip in Bau Sau
• Jeep transfer inside Cat Tien National park
• English Speaking guide through the trip
• Meals as mentioned in itinerary
• Sightseeing ticket and local fees
• Rain-coat
• Mineral water & tissue (01 bottle/pax/day) on car.

EXCLUDED:

• Insurance
• Requested beverages
• Personal expenses
• Tips
• Any services not mentions in the inclusion portion.

PACKING LIST:

• Long pants and sleeves clothes
• Dark floppy hat
• Insect repellent.
• Walking shoes & socks
• Rain-coat (Ciao Travel prepares for you)
• Binoculars
• Flashlight (Ciao Travel prepares for you)
• Mineral water (Ciao Travel prepares for you)

TERMS & CONDITIONS:

• Deposit and Payment: At least 30% of total invoice should be deposit at the time of confirmation for guarantee. Balance should be paid on arrival date.
• Cancellation: If cancelling less than 15 days, the deposit is non-refundable. After final payment is received a cancellation fee of approximately 75% applies. This percentage may be less depending on the date of cancellation. A cancellation fee of 100% is applicable within 03 days of travel.
• Pricing: All prices are shown in American dollars and are current at the date of printing this itinerary. If there is a dramatic fluctuation in the exchange rate or the price of services provided, which are beyond the control of Ciao Travel, Ciao Travel reserves the right to adjust tour prices accordingly, even though the balance of payment may have been made. This would only happen in unusual circumstances.
• Itinerary Validity and Content: This itinerary is valid until 30 Sept 2016, unless otherwise specified. Every effort has been made to ensure accuracy. Ciao Travel shall not be liable for any injury, damage or loss caused by any inaccuracy. Ciao Travel reserves the right to change tour arrangements or accommodations due to safety or security reasons, and will endeavor to provide alternative arrangements of the same standard as that originally booked.  
• Special Requirements: Please advise Ciao Travel of any special requirements such as Special Meals, Medical Requirements etc., as soon as possible. If you get motion sickness, it is imperative that you bring with you motion sickness pills as we travel by coach and boat sometimes in our tour.
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• Clients’ Responsibilities: It is your responsibility to obtain passports, health certificates or other travel documents where required for the tour. It remains your responsibility to ensure that these documents are in order and to meet any additional costs incurred as a result of failure to comply with such requirements. It is also your responsibility to obtain any vaccinations that may be required to travel.