Our Qinghai extension showcases China’s seemingly endless and scenically spectacular Tibetan Plateau. We explore some of north-eastern Tibet’s most pristine and remote regions for its many breeding residents and northern migrants. Targets include elegant Black-necked Crane, Gansu Leaf Warbler, Ground Tit, Mongolian Lark, Mongolian Ground Jay, numerous rosefinches, an assortment of snowfinches, as well as the unique and beautiful Przevalski's Finch (placed in its own monotypic family).
Przevalski’s Finch (Pink-tailed Bunting); Daurian Partridge; Mongolian Ground Jay; Black-necked Crane; Rufous-necked, White-rumped, Tibetan, Black-winged & Pere David’s Snowfinches; Pale Rosefinch; Elliot’s & Plain (Pere David’s) Laughingthrushes; Gansu & Alpine Leaf Warblers; Bar-headed Goose; Pallas’s Gull; Saker Falcon; Golden Eagle; Bearded Vulture; Godlewski’s Bunting; Grey-capped Greenfinch; Chinese & Przevalski’s Nuthatches; Crested & White-browed (Severtzov’s) Tit-warblers; Ground Tit (Hume’s Groundpecker); Brown & Robin Accentors; Wallcreeper; Smoky Warbler; Hume’s Short-toed, Crested, Horned & Tibetan Larks; Mongolian Finch; Przevalski’s& Guldenstadt’s Redstarts; Przevalski’s & Daurian Partridges.
Daurian & Black-lipped Pikas; Red & Tibetan Foxes; Tibetan Roe Deer, Himalayan Marmot.
Mountains, forest, grassland, lakes
Temperate to cool conditions, but can be very cold
10 with 1 Rockjumper leader & local birding leader
Moderate to brisk paced tour suited for those in good health with a good level of fitness. Not suited for dedicated photographers; inexperienced birders; or anyone with mobility or health challenges. Many early mornings & long days.
Comfortable for the most part, some more basic with non-western WC facilities.
Moderate. Several rare/difficult species, many low-density species require repeat searches.
Good to very good, some purpose-built hides & blinds.
David Hoddinott was an excellent bird guide, finding and identifying birds at amazing speed and ease. He had researched the field well, and knew where to find the birds. He also had researched the literature and was versed in all the newest taxonomic changes. He was very patient in assuring that all the participants got on the bird.
Glen Valentine is an incredible guide and has real talent. We very much appreciate him and always find his tours fun and so rewarding with great birds, great views even in freezing conditions. Any tour with Glen is a guaranteed success and a good time. Daniel Danckwerts will be a great asset to RBT and contributed to the success of the tour. He is also personable and has a great sense of humour. He wasn't all that slow with his scope either and we all saw some fine birds through his scope. We are never surprised at the excellence of RBT guides.
Glen Valentine is an incredible guide and has real talent. We very much appreciate him and always find his tours fun and so rewarding with great birds, great views even in freezing conditions. Any tour with Glen is a guaranteed success and a good time. Daniel Danckwerts will be a great asset to RBT and contributed to the success of the tour. He is also personable and has a great sense of humour. He wasn't all that slow with his scope either and we all saw some fine birds through his scope. We are never surprised at the excellence of RBT guides.
As usual, Glen Valentine was fantastic. I have travelled with him before and it never ceases to amaze me how he can hear and spot birds so effectively. And his enthusiasm is contagious. You know that he has seen any given bird on previous trips but it's as though he is seeing it for the first time with you! Daniel Danckwerts was also on the tour "learning the ropes". Very knowledgeable and a good asset to have on the tour. A superb spotter! All in all, this was a fantastic trip. I would recommend it to anyone.
David Hoddinott is an outstanding leader. Always conscious of the need to ensure that everyone sees each bird, he does, rightly, expect concentration and a positive approach throughout. This is the second time that I have travelled with David and I hope that I have the opportunity again in the future. Thank you.
23 Jun 2024 - 27 Jun 2024 (5 days)
USD2,175 - 1 Space Available on this guaranteed departure
Tour Leader: Glen Valentine
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