16 May 2026 - 31 May 2026 (16 days)
EUR4,695 1 SPACE AVAILABLE
Tour Leader: Local Leader
Tour Price (Per person): EUR4,695 (USD5,379 * GBP4,106 * AUD7,776)
Single Supplement: EUR420 (USD481 * GBP367 * AUD696)
15 May 2027 - 30 May 2027 (16 days)
EUR4,800 SPACES AVAILABLE
Tour Leader: Local Leader
Tour Price (Per person): EUR4,800 (USD5,500 * GBP4,197 * AUD7,949)
Pricing notes : *Prices are estimated, and dates may change*
13 May 2028 - 28 May 2028 (16 days)
EUR4,900 SPACES AVAILABLE
Tour Leader: Local Leader
Tour Price (Per person): EUR4,900 (USD5,614 * GBP4,285 * AUD8,115)
Pricing notes : *Prices are estimated, and dates may change*
Spring in Bulgaria and Greece is a symphony of vibrant bird and wildlife. Our tour offers the opportunity to explore diverse habitats and witness the spectacle of migration. We search the Western Balkan Mountains, for powerful Golden Eagle against a backdrop of lush forests and rocky peaks before making our way into Greece. Here, Lake Kerkini transforms into a bustling avian hub, where Dalmatian Pelicans and Black Storks share the stage with a multitude of migrating warblers and raptors. The coastal wetlands around Maroneia provide a haven for a wide array of waterfowl and wading birds, and a spot of seawatching may reveal Yelkouan and Scopoli's Shearwaters. The Dadia Forest are raptor rich with Cinereous Vulture, Eurasian Griffon and Golden Eagles ruling the skies.
The rolling Sakar Hills are a rich tapestry of steppe and woodland, offering up the melodious Calandra Lark and the acrobatic European Roller. We’ll spend the last week of our tour venturing into the breathtakingly beautiful Rhodope & Rila Mountains in search of Wallcreeper, several vultures, partridges and woodpeckers.
Each location offers a unique blend of wildlife experiences, creating an unforgettable journey through the natural wonders of the Balkans.
Bearded Reedling; Wallcreeper; Rock & Chukar Partridges; Hazel Grouse; Corn Crake; Sombre & Crested Tits; White-tailed, Eastern Imperial & Golden Eagles; Cinereous & Egyptian Vultures; Eurasian Griffon; Levant Sparrowhawk; Syrian, White-backed, Grey-headed & Black Woodpeckers; Spotted Nutcracker; Masked & Woodchat Shrikes; Western Rock Nuthatch; Sardinian, Barred, Eastern Orphean, Eastern Subalpine & Eastern Bonelli’s Warblers; Ring Ouzel; Great White & Dalmatian Pelicans; Pygmy Cormorant; Rufous-tailed Bush Robin; Yelkouan & Scopoli's Shearwaters; Audouin's Gull; Spur-winged Plover; Eastern Black-eared Wheatear; Goldcrest; Firecrest; Ortolan, Black-headed & Cirl Buntings.
marshes, rivers, delta, lakes, coastlines, mountains, pine & conifer forest, olive groves, Mediterranean scrub,
Mediterranean, with warm days and cool nights which can be cold at altitude. Occasional cool & wet day with afternoon thunder showers possible.
8 with local leader
UNDEMANDING: This tour is ideal for birders and wildlife enthusiasts of all experience levels. It’s suitable for most mobility levels and offers a relaxed pace, ensuring an enjoyable experience for everyone.
Suitable for all birding levels.
Comfortable.
Moderate to undemanding. Most species provide good visuals in open conditions.
Rila Monastery
Worthwhile to good +.
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.
Great trip
Paul brought in his wealth of experience. He worked well with Ashoka to make sure nothing was lost in translation. One member sustained an injury on day 1, probably because he declined the extra help offered on a slightly slippery walk. Paul and Ashoka took charge of the situation immediately, made sure the rest of the group was comfortable while getting help. It was incredible that the injured person managed to complete the trip with a walker. Ashoka is a highly experienced local guide. He went out of the way to accommodate our birding and non-birding (request to try local food) requests. Both Paul and Ashoka were always calm and very pleasant, paying individual attention to every person and ensured we had a memorable experience.
The trip was run superbly from start to finish. The logistics, despite some difficulties imposed by weather conditions and countrywide fuel shortages, were impeccable and I thoroughly enjoyed the tour. Stephan did a superb job in ensuring that we all saw as many of the species as possible. He is an accomplished guide and I enjoy traveling with him.
Lev was the perfect guide- knowledgeable, professional, polite, reliable. And well-dressed for the occasion with his bird-themed T-shirts! Everything was well organized and went smooth.