22 Apr 2026 - 06 May 2026 (15 days)
USD5,195 4 SPACES AVAILABLE
Tour Leader: Mark Beevers
Tour Price (Per person): USD5,195 (GBP3,973 * EUR4,550 * AUD7,937)
Single Supplement: USD390 (GBP298 * EUR342 * AUD596)
Flight costs: USD100 (GBP76 * EUR88 * AUD153)
22 Apr 2027 - 06 May 2027 (15 days)
USD5,795 SPACES AVAILABLE
Tour Leader: Robert Williams
Tour Price (Per person): USD5,795 (GBP4,432 * EUR5,076 * AUD8,854)
Single Supplement: USD490 (GBP375 * EUR429 * AUD749)
Flight costs: USD100 (GBP76 * EUR88 * AUD153)
20 Apr 2028 - 04 May 2028 (15 days)
USD6,100 SPACES AVAILABLE
Tour Leader: Lev Frid
Tour Price (Per person): USD6,100 (GBP4,665 * EUR5,343 * AUD9,320)
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.
Stu is a personable, helpful, and organized guide and was a pleasure to travel with. He was ready to help not only with finding and identifying birds, but also with little problems that popped up during our trip, as they so often do. Our local guide was likewise consistently friendly and helpful. My main concern is that on this trip, as on past Rockjumper trips, there doesn't seem to be any effort to vet the physical ability of potential group members, and as a result those of us who are prepared for the experience are held back by those who are physically not ready for it. I know that trips are rated on the website in regards to the level of exertion required, but this does not seem to help -- I have been on multiple tours with people who are not physically capable of maintaining a steady level of exertion while birding. This is not fair to those of us who are.
Despite the heat and humidity, Guyana is a magical place with gorgeous rainforests and savannahs and lots of beautiful birds and the wonderful giant anteater. Lev Frid was a wonderful guide full of great enthusiasm. I especially appreciated his patience in helping everyone get a good view of the birds. He is a joy to travel with. Our local guide was also great and a lot of fun to be around and so helpful as well in identifying the different birds. Also a special shout out to Leroy, who helped us on the last full day of birding; he was great. The drivers Renford and Devon were awesome as well.
Note that some of the comments I made regarding the Thailand extension apply to the main Thailand tour. I liked the sequence of sites visited; it ensured the Spoonbill Sandpiper was seen early on and then designed to minimize travel. Staying multiple nights at one site is always appreciated and seemed to be done as much as possible. The guides made special efforts to see bird species sought by the group; we saw more bird species than I expected. The drivers were excellent and also one of them, Jaime, was a good birder who helped the guides track down some species; it was an asset to have internet while in the vehicles. The drivers also produced an excellent video of the trip - a nice touch; they also did an excellent job with mid-morning breaks. I especially enjoyed visiting a hide all morning early on in the trip - it gave us a chance to see some elusive species but also several species very well. One morning was spent looking for a rare duck; I would have rather spent the time looking for a variety of Thai species. Quite a bit of birding was done along roads - it might have been better to bird trails etc. if they are available and afford good views of birds pointed out. Food was excellent (Uthai selected great dishes for the group) and accomodations were good. It was an enjoyable trip with rewarding looks at many of the bird species seen.
I really enjoyed having Lev as a tour guide, he was very knowledgeable and helpful and great at giving directions to see "hidden" birds in the jungle.
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