Although famous for its waterfall, Erawan's
backcountry portion experiences little human traffic, and the
park's large mammals include tiger, elephant, gaur (the world's
largest species of wild cattle), sambar deer, barking deer,
serow (a mountain goat), wild boar, bears, and several primate
species. The diversity of other life-forms is awesome and each
field trip proves unique in terms of what we may encounter.
This trip focuses on how the diverse array of
flora and fauna of western Thailand utilise the natural resources
of the area. We explore such habitats as the forest canopy,
limestone caves, and the wide variety of forest types in Erawan
National Park. Additionally, local guides (some of them reformed
hunters) accompany us to offer indigenous expertise on wildlife
behaviour and ecology.
Through the use of specialised tools and techniques
we view the habitats of Erawan from a truly unique perspective.
We will take a look at the often unseen ecology of the forest
canopy, check out the diverse array of insects that apear at
night, and witness the involvement of man in sculpting today's
forests.
Day 1. We will pick you up
at 07.00 AM. After a short drive we start our journey into the
wilderness areas of Erawan National Park, with our team of porters
carrying equipment and belongings, leaving you free to experience
the wonders of the tropical forest. Along the way you are likely
to see numerous exotic birds, and sign of elephant, pig, deer
and other large mammals. After a delicious lunch prepared by
our field cook and served under our giant mosquito net, you
will spend the afternoon with the field ecologist examining
the fauna and flora of the area, before ending up at the mobile
tented camp, where cold drinks and a hot shower await your.
Overnight in deluxe tents. Walking distance, 4-6 kms.
Day 2. You will be woken by
our camp staff offering you a fresh cup of coffee or tea. For
the early birds in the group, the field ecologist will take
you on a birding walk before a hearty breakfast in our dining
tent. Our morning walk will focus on animal sign in the forest,
with the field ecologist showing you how to identify and track
some of the areas allusive animals. After a long relaxing lunch,
you will further explore some of the most remote areas of Erawan
National Park, and the field ecologist will explain to you the
ways in which the park's animals interact with their physical
surroundings. Back to the base camp for a hot shower and another
mouth watering Thai meal. Then an optional night walk, when
the field ecologist takes you to explore the nocturnal life
of the forest. Overnight in deluxe tents. Walking distance,
5-7 kms.
Day 3. After a relaxing breakfast,
our porters pack up camp, leaving the campsite as it was when
we arrived. While the porters push on ahead to the lunch spot,
you take a leisurely walk, keeping an eye out for the areas
hornbill population (beautiful large tropical birds that have
a unique ecology). After lunch, we make our finally decent from
the Erawan plateau to exit the park and the awaiting car, which
will bring us back to Kanchanaburi, where we will arrive in
the late afternoon. Walking distance, 6-8 kms.
Tour includes transportation
from / to your hotel in Kanchanaburi, English speaking guide,
accommodation in tent, full board (2B3L2D), park entrance fees,
field and camping equipment. The tour does not include any beverages.
E2 - 3 Days / 2 Nights - Erawan Jungle Safari ( private tour )
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