Tam Dao Herping Tour Report (July - October 2025)
* Tam Dao National Park - The whimsical mountain of reptiles and snakes
October 12, 2025
On October 12, 2025, our herping adventure brought us deep into the wild landscapes of Vietnam, offering an exciting and immersive herping experience for any Vietnam tourist seeking authentic encounters with nature. The highlight of this Vietnam herping tour was the striking Myrrophis chinensis, featured in the main sighting and a great example of a unique snake in Vietnam adapted to aquatic environments. Throughout the evening, we encountered more fascinating snakes in Vietnam, including the slender and fast-moving Elaphe taeniura and the highly specialized Pareas margaritophorus, known for its distinctive feeding habits, showcasing the diversity of Vietnamese snakes. Beyond these key species, many other snakes and reptiles were observed, emphasizing the richness of wild animals in Vietnam. This herping Vietnam journey highlighted why the country remains one of the top Vietnam tourist spots for wildlife enthusiasts, offering a true Vietnam jungle tour experience and an unforgettable look into the world of vietnam snakediversity.
September 22, 2025
On September 22, 2025, our unforgettable herping adventure took us deep into the lush habitats of Vietnam. This herping tour was filled with remarkable encounters, highlighted by the stunning Zhangixalus smaragdinus, whose vivid green coloration made it the centerpiece of our observations. We documented a variety of fascinating snakes in Vietnam, including the semi-aquatic Trimerodytes percarinatus and the agile Ptyas multicincta, both excellent examples of the diversity of Vietnamese snakes. The vibrant Odorrana graminea added to the chorus of amphibians, alongside many other frogs and insects that enriched the overall herping experience.
July 29, 2025
On September 17, 2025, our herping adventure took us deep into Vietnam’s dense forests, delivering an exciting and memorable herping experience for any Vietnam tourist interested in wildlife. The highlight of this Vietnam herping tour was the beautifully patterned Boiga multomaculata, featured in the main sighting and a fascinating example of a snake in Vietnam known for its striking markings and nocturnal behavior. As our herping expedition continued, we encountered the impressive Xenophrys major, a well-camouflaged frog that blended seamlessly into the forest floor, alongside Hebius boulengeri, adding to the diversity of snakes in Vietnam we observed that night. These encounters showcased the richness of Vietnamese and amphibians,
