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Koh Ker

Siem Reap  >  Cambodia

Fascinating archaeological site surrounded by dry evergreen and semi-deciduous forests in northern Cambodia.

Geplaatst* door Nan Ladong Bird Guide
Meest recente update 9 maart 2026

Beschrijving

Once the capital of the Khmer Empire in the 10th century, Koh Ker is not only rich in history but also offers excellent opportunities for birdwatching in a quiet and natural forest environment. Koh Ker is surrounded by dry evergreen and semi-deciduous forest. You can explore forest trails and temple areas where a variety of woodland birds can be seen and heard. The combination of ancient ruins and natural forest makes Koh Ker a unique birding location in Cambodia.

You can observe many forest bird of the Cambodian dry forest including woodpeckers, barbets, drongos and minivets. Among the birds you can encounter are Lineated Barbet, White-rumped Falcon, Black-headed Woodpecker, Greater Flameback, Scarlet Minivet, Greater Racket-tailed Drongo, Common Iora and Asian Barred Owlet.

Details

Toegang

Koh Ker is located about 110 km northeast of Siem Reap. From Siem Raep you can book a full day birding tour to visit the area with a bird guide and visit the best birding spots. For more information contact bird guide Nan Ladong: Telephone / WhatsApp: +85511944544 Email: ladong367@gmail.com

Terrein en leefgebied

Bos

Omstandigheden

Vlak , Droog

Rondlopende wandeling mogelijk?

Ja

Telescoop meenemen?

Ja

Wanneer hier vogels kijken?

Het hele jaar

Route

Verharde weg

Zwaarte wandeling

Gemakkelijk

Toegankelijk via

Te voet , Auto

Vogelkijkhut aanwezig?

Nee

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