I aim to make every single trip as enjoyable and as memorable as possible for you. The feedback I receive is treasured as much as the experience you bring away with you for each trip.

Below are customer testimonials on previous bird watching and photography trips.

(My personal thanks to every one of you who have provided such valuable feedback below!)

“ Hi Chien, many thanks for the fascinating and very rewarding last couple of days. Not only did you provide me with views of great birds and habitats but your running commentary of life in Malaysia was extremely interesting! Your fees are quite high but then you always get what you pay for and in your case that's top quality. Cheers. “ Tim, UK

“ Your knowledge of the area, and knowing the habits of the birds along with a unique style meant I had some great days birding and photographing " Dave, UK

“ Wendy and I thoroughly enjoyed the day and returned home much more informed on Malaysian birds and many aspects of local environmental, social and economic affairs. It was an educational and entertaining outing and we would  highly recommend you to others. “ - Wendy & Ian, UK

“ Thank you for a really memorable trip. “ - John D, UK

“ We had a wonderful time with you during our stay in Penang “ - Marilyn and Ken, Australia

“ A dedicated and professional birding guide. My trip was greatly enhanced by his help. I would wholeheartedly recommend to any visitors to Penang and Malaysia “ - Mike, Singapore

“ Hi, Just to say that the  bird photographic trip was great even though the weather wasn't brilliant and we didn't see many birds. You made it up by showing us amazing pictures of birds from your i-phone and telling us about  trees and other nature bits. Very interesting information. It was good that we were a small group  as we managed to get lots of individual attention. You have been most helpful. Thanks. “ - Bee, UK

“ I had a fantastic time birding. Great birding guide with good local knowledge. Will definitely be back birding with Chien. “ - Simon, Singapore

" You gave me a first class tour of wetlands offering tremendous variety of birdlife and I was able to take some excellent photos. You knew just where to go and you took me there! I'll be back for more next time I'm staying in Penang " - Richard, UK

" I had an absolutely fabulously fabulous time at Taiping........it was the first time in my life when I managed to see a Hornbill in the wild. AMAZING!!!! " - Shireen, Malaysia

" Thank You for the wonderful 2 days 1 night trip to Kuala Gula. The birds and sight were fantastic. But, in real fact, it was YOU who made our trip really outstanding! I have to agree 100% that your birding/photography skills are excellent and your enthusiasm is contagious. Keep up the good work. Looking forward for more bird watching/nature trip from Aviannaturescapes. " - Pauline, Malaysia

" I have had the pleasure of using Avian Naturescapes on several occasions and I have enjoyed this every time.!:). Chien, our delightful and knowledgeable guide has been an excellent and totally flexible host with a vast amount of knowledge on his subject of Photography on bird life and much knowledge of most everything else too.!")  On my return i shall pester him again to include me on one of his many trips or organize one especially for me!  Thank you Chien and see you again soon! " - Jacqueline Fernandes, Australia

" We went to some amazing places for birds and saw wonderful birds close up, so I came away with really good memories and photographs. Chien is very knowledgeable and most interesting on both the birds themselves (and other kinds of animals too) and on how to photograph them, and gave me the most helpful advice. He is a charming and entertaining guide and a very pleasant companion. His choice of restaurant for lunch was inspired too! I cannot recommend his trips too highly and I am looking forward to me next outing with him next year! " - John GC, UK

" I did have a wonderful time birding in Penang with you. Not only do you know the subjects well but you also have a very keen eye sight in case new species pops up. I think the only problem I have is Penang is so far away that I can't go on a more regular basis. " - Wei Luen, Singapore

" Chien works real hard to constantly monitor his bird area so he can deliver a high hit rate for us visitors.  I had one of my best birding days on my visit to mainland Penang. "

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" It was good to join you on today’s birdwatching trip. We have seen so many birds today. Thank you very much." - Birgit & Andreas, Penang

"Chien was recommended to us by one of his colleagues in the photosafari industry.  Due to limited time in Penang, we spent about 6 hours on a trip from Penang to the Malaysian Peninsular at 3 wetland/lowland areas. We found the trip very pleasant with lots of bird sightings in special locations. We focused on kingfishers, one of our favourite birds. 

Being a photographer himself, Chien maximized photo opportunities, and was keen to find particular birds for observation & photography.  He provided informative advice on photography equipment and techniques.  We finished the day with a delicious lunch at one of the local restaurants recommended by Chien. What a great day out!" - Philippa & Kai, Sydney

"I had a wonderful time birding with Chien. Good birding guide with great local knowledge and very flexible guide.

He really knows how to organize the shooting plan and he is very dedicated to his work. I enjoy his company and will definitely be back for birding again" - Rey Aguila (stingRey), Singapore

“Hi Chien, Thanks for the interesting time Sunday morning.  I know more about the birds of Penang now and enjoyed walk in the national park, seeing the storkbill kingfisher in the creek, and eating durian and roti pisang for breakfast.  I will definitely recommend your trips to my friends and visitors and I hope to join you again sometime for another expedition.  Your website, is very professional - impressive. Thanks again. Regards “  - Vivienne, Penang

“Thank for for a wonderful tour and lots of new insights and knowledge! Also, thanks for nice photos. We will sure write on your blog and also recommend the tour to people we know. Hope to see you again!” - Malin, Sweden

"Chien is a great guy, very knowledgeable not only in all matters of photography but also about Penang food, customs, unusual places and shops etc. and he was very generous in sharing this knowledge with our little group. I had such a fabulous time, learned heaps way beyond my expectations, met some nice people, took a lot of (average but improving) photos and will come back for more. Thanks." - Inge, Penang

“Thank you Chien for sharing your experience and talent with us :) Last Sat photographic walkabout in Penang road areas was just fantastic for me. You made me willing to improve my photo skills and made me loving even more my 2nd home of Penang. Wish you all the bast and keep in touch :) - Pierre (Paris, 2nd home in Penang :)