2013 International Tours
The eastern counties of England are well known for their rural beauty, picturesque fishing towns and excellent seafood. They are also home to one of the richest bird populations in Britain, which is well represented within the bird and wildlife reserves found throughout the region.
Papua New Guinea
"Birding in Paradise"
July 22 - August 8, 2013
Optional Extension to
New Britain August 8-12, 2013
Leader: Simon Thompson
Of all the birding destinations in the world, Papua, New Guinea would have to rank among the most fascinating & exotic. The virutally untouched forests come alive with incredible Fruit-doves, Fig-parrots, Fairywrens, Jewel-babblers, Pittas, Honeyeaters & Berrypeckers. Of the 740 species of birds recorded in New Guinea, 330 species are found nowhere else.
Our 11-day hummingbird special tour takes us across the Andes from the west slope and Choco endemic hummingbirds such as Velvet-purple Coronet and Empress Brilliant to the east slope endemic hummingbirds such as Rufous-vented Whitetip and Black-throated Brilliant. We also hope to see one of the most endangered and range-restricted hummingbirds, including the Black-breasted Puffleg on Volcan Pichincha. With over 135 species of hummingbirds and feeders at most ecolodges, Ecuador is an ideal hummingbird-watching destination.
Trinidad and Tobago is THE place for a first time exposure to birding the New World Tropics. Members of almost all of the South American bird families are found here and unlike in many of their mainland haunts, the birds of T & T are easy to photograph and seem to have little fear of people. It is often said that a first timer to the islands will add thirty species to their life list before breakfast. With over 430 species, a warm West Indian climate, excellent food and rich island culture, these twin islands are a perfect nature destination.