Wild Bird Eco : FAQs

» Why should I go for birdwatching in Thailand ?

Thailand is one of the most appropriate places in SEA south east asia for birdwatching due to its ecological conditions /environments as mentioned in page About Thailand:

» Do Thailand provide enough and various kinds of wildlife for me to see ?
1. A: Thailand still contains numbers of abundant forests. Not only the Royal Thai Government helps to promote and support those who in charge of the forests, but also look after and maintain them to be in better condition. Beside, most of Thai people turn to pay more attention in forest conservation at the present. Therefore, the wildlife in Thailand has warm and almost 100% better place to habitat than those in the vicinities.
  However, some kinds of wildlife love to be isolated (hide) and the number is much less than birds, so that is why watching wildlife is more difficult than birds and consumes more time in each trip..
» Do touring with Wild Bird open me an opportunity to see what you mentioned ?
1. A: We cannot fully affirm because there are many natural factors that may affect your watching. However, normally we prepare our part quite well in every trip such as inquire for necessary and relevant information, survey the route, etc.
  
  Moreover, we have good and qualified team, thus, you can trust that we will bring you to see what you expect as best as possible..
» Of the year, when is the best time to go for bird and wildlife watching ?
1. A: We have already introduced in page 'About Thailand'.).
» If I want to see birds and wildlife as many as possible, where should I go ?
1. A: The programs we mentioned in 'Top Birding Sites' are some of the most popular or favourite places in our customers' opinions. Moreover, we select and design the routes from our own direct experiences in birdwatching and wildlife spotting. You would not be disappointed if you decide to go to those places.
» How can I make sure that the place/program you arrange will be safety and convenient? Are there any facilities or services ?
1. A: Most of the places we arrange for you are under care of the Department of Forests, so you can make sure that there will be officers to help and facilitate you in your basic requirements, and also accommodate you to stay in a good place.
  
  We are one of organizations that is approved from tourists as a quite outstanding firm in taking care of customers. So, please entrust your trip with us that you will be accommodated, served and safe.
» We are interested in Gurney's Pitta/Pitta gurneyi at Khao Pra-Bang Khram, would it be possible for us to see?
1. A: It is most probable in Febuary - July is breeding season. In the probable month, be affirmed that you can see them. If not, we are pleased to return that day's guide cost to you immediately. Your interest in this kind of bird is very much important to indirectly conserve them and that forest.
» Will I have an opportunity to see White-eyed River-Martin ?
1. A: Though many people may think that this kind of bird has been already extinct since 1977, we still believe that they are exist in some riverside areas in the middle of Thailand, waiting for birdwatchers like us to see them.
» Is your tour-package include the total expenses?
1. A: We have clarified as written, which item(s) is included and which is not. You have to responsible for the excess or personal expenses..
» From which organization is your company certified ?
1. A: As for tourism management, we have been authorized and permitted from Tourism Authorization of Thailand.
  
  As for birdwatching and mammal service tour, we are certified by our customers, which you may see on 'Our Proud'. Moreover, we certify ourselves in excellent and faithful service because we hold Christian Biblical Principle as our keys in serving you.
» My friends and I like camping, do you have any style of camping programs for us ?
1. A: Sure, to organize a nice camping in nature touch is our aptitude. Just please inform what you need, you will be definitely impressive in our arrangement and service.
» We are a group of researchers, is your company able to facilitate or do us this service?
1. A: We are truly pleased to served you. From doing so, we gain more knowledge and understanding in nature from you. If you would like to find some Thai researchers to join in your work, please kindly let us know at least 2 months in advance
» We want to explore plants, bird, or wildlife in Lao, Myanmar, Cambodia and Vietnam, can you facilitate us?
1. A: We can serve you just in some parts because we have not been in another parts yet. We suppose to be ready in the early of 2005.
» How many of bird populations in Thailand? And how are their condition or status at the present ?
1. A: In Thailand presently, in total, there are about 976 species of both resident and immigrant birds. Some of them has been already extinct. The others are in different status as follows: EW = 3 species, CR= 43 species, EN = 73 species, VU = 117 species and NT = 69 species
» How many days do you want to go for treking?
1. A: It could be anything from 2 to 14 although 3-day trips are by far the most common and enough for most people.
» Do you want extras such as river-rafting and elephant-riding?
1. A: These can be fun and are very popular.
» Ask about the level of fitness required.
1. A: Although most are not as strenuous as trekking in other countries, a certain standard might be required.
» Ask about food on treking program.
1. A: Food is always provided on any organized trek, but checks what it is likely to be.