22 Apr 2026 - 06 May 2026 (15 days)
USD5,195 1 SPACE AVAILABLE
Tour Leader: Mark Beevers
Tour Price (Per person): USD5,195 (GBP3,972 * EUR4,579 * AUD7,504)
Single Supplement: USD390 (GBP298 * EUR344 * AUD563)
Flight costs: USD100 (GBP76 * EUR88 * AUD144)
22 Apr 2027 - 06 May 2027 (15 days)
USD5,795 SPACES AVAILABLE
Tour Leader: Robert Williams
Tour Price (Per person): USD5,795 (GBP4,431 * EUR5,108 * AUD8,371)
Single Supplement: USD490 (GBP375 * EUR432 * AUD708)
Flight costs: USD100 (GBP76 * EUR88 * AUD144)
20 Apr 2028 - 04 May 2028 (15 days)
USD6,100 SPACES AVAILABLE
Tour Leader: Lev Frid
Tour Price (Per person): USD6,100 (GBP4,664 * EUR5,377 * AUD8,812)
Pricing notes : *Prices are estimated, and dates may change*
Azerbaijan is a hidden gem for birdwatchers in the Western Palearctic. Located in the Caucasus region, it is a crossroads for a variety of birds from Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. This small country has recorded over 400 species, many of which are rare or difficult to see elsewhere. This is a land of major contrasts, with a mix of high-altitude mountain ranges, arid steppe, and desert. We’ll be birding across much of the country, from the Greater Caucasus Mountain range running along almost all the country's northern border, to the Lesser Caucasus, Talish Mountains and the exclave, or autonomous republic of Nakhchivan.
We will be searching for several Western Palearctic range-restricted species such as Caspian Tit, Asian Crimson-winged, Desert and Mongolian Finches, Red-tailed, Finch´s & Eastern Black-eared Wheatears, White-tailed Lapwing, Bimaculated & Turkestan Short-toed Larks; White-throated Robin, Armenian and Pallas's Gulls, Black Francolin, Eastern Imperial Eagle, Red-fronted Serin and Menetries’s Warbler. We’ll also be targeting three near endemics; Caspian and Caucasian Snowcocks as well as Caucasian Grouse. We’ll search for other key area species in Great Rosefinch, Güldenstädt's Redstart, Mountain Chiffchaff and Radde’s Accentor.
Caucasian & Caspian Snowcocks; Caucasian Grouse; See-see Partridge; Red-tailed, Finch´s & Eastern Black-eared Wheatears; White-throated Robin; Great Rosefinch; Wallcreeper; Güldenstädt ́s Redstart; White-tailed Lapwing; Pygmy Cormorant; Caspian Tit; Caspian & Armenian Gulls; Bimaculated & Turkestan Short-toed Larks; Desert, Trumpeter, Asian Crimson-winged & Mongolian Finches; Pale Rockfinch; Western & Eastern Rock Nuthatches; Menetries’s, Upcher’s & Barred Warblers; Mountain Chiffchaff; Radde’s Accentor; Grey-necked & Black-headed Buntings; Rufous Bush Chat; Dalmatian Pelican; Terek Sandpiper; Pallid Harrier; Black-bellied Sandgrouse.
Goitered Gazelle; Red Fox; Golden Jackal; East Caucasian Tur; Brown Bear; Gray Wolf; Armenian Mouflon.
coastline, mudflats, forest, wetlands, broad-leaved forests, scrub, semi-desert, steppe
temperatures vary from average lows of 9°C (48°F) to a high of 20°C (68°F) on the coast to a low of close to freezing in the higher mountains.
10 with 1 Rockjumper Tour Leader & Local Leader
MODERATE TO CHALLENGING: This tour requires a good level of fitness, stamina, and overall health. It’s best suited for experienced birders who are comfortable with a more active itinerary. Please note that it may not be ideal for avid photographers, new birders, or those with mobility or health concerns.
Moderate to easy. Suitable for most birding interests, but not suitable for anyone with mobility or serious health challenges.
Comfortable hotels in larger towns, homestays in villages in smaller villages.
Easy to moderate. Most species provide good visuals in open conditions, some may require repeat efforts / or be seen at distance only.
Can be good. No dedicated hides. More challenging in dry/desert areas with bright light.
Bobby, our guide, was a solid & knowledgeable leader. His demeanor tends to be quiet & reserved, which worked for this group but may not work with all group dynamics. The lodging for this trip was a bit more rustic than I expected. The local guides used on this trip were excellent & offered additional intel into sightings or hot spots to explore. The group got all endemics possible & overall was a very good trip.
The Buru extension following the RWPI Cruise was fantastic. I feel sorry for those on the main tour that did not take this extension. The birds were fabulous, Glen was a superb guide, and the scenery great. Glen did a great job trying to get us on all the birds, even the most rare and elusive. Again, flexibility was a key element in the success of the trip. I can't think of anything about the trip that could be done to improve it.
Thanks Stephan for a fantastic tour. The stay at the Monastery was especially memorable.
I was extremely pleased with this tour. The local guide, Jason, was very helpful and Stephan was extremely knowledgeable and excellent at finding all the targets that we were looking for. I would travel anywhere at any time with him again.
Another great tour. Between the leader, Paul Josop, and the local leader, Ashoka, it was a great team that got all the endemic and lots more. It was a fun trip and Paul handled the group dynamics very well. Fantastic trip!!
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