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    Last verified: 2026-03-18by Tour Advisory Team · Cambodia Tour Specialists
    Sam Veasna Center — Siem Reap, Cambodia | Tours & Experiences
    Cambodia's premier birdwatching operator — guided tours to see critically endangered species in protected wetlands and forests.
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    Sam Veasna Center

    🐘 Wildlife Siem Reap 4.9/5(620 reviews)

    The Sam Veasna Center (SVC) is Cambodia's foremost wildlife and birdwatching organization, offering guided expeditions to see some of the world's rarest bird species. Based in Siem Reap, SVC operates tours to Prek Toal on the Tonlé Sap (home to the world's largest colonies of spot-billed pelicans and milky storks), the Northern Plains (giant ibis — Cambodia's national bird), and Kulen Promtep Wildlife Sanctuary. Guides are expert birders who know exact nesting and feeding sites. All revenue directly funds bird conservation and pays village guardians who protect nesting sites.

    ✨ Highlights

    • See critically endangered species
    • Expert birder guides
    • Prek Toal pelican colonies
    • Giant ibis expeditions
    • 100% of revenue funds conservation

    🎫 Tours & Activities Offered

    Prek Toal Bird Sanctuary
    Northern Plains Giant Ibis
    Ang Trapeang Thmor Crane Reserve
    Multi-Day Birding Expedition

    📦 What's Included

    Expert birder guideTransportBoat feesBinoculars (on request)Conservation fee

    👥 Best For

    BirdwatchersWildlife enthusiastsNature photographersConservation supporters

    💡 Booking Tip

    Prek Toal is best October–March (breeding season). Book Northern Plains trips at least 2 weeks ahead. Bring your own binoculars if possible.

    Social Impact

    Pioneer community-based conservation model — village guardians paid to protect nesting sites instead of hunting.

    Quick Facts

    Price$90–$300/person
    Price Level💎 Premium
    Duration1–5 days
    Group SizeMax 8
    LanguagesEnglish, Khmer
    Meeting PointSam Veasna Center, Wat Bo Road, Siem Reap
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