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China - Yunnan Extension (Relaxed)

© Lady Amherst's Pheasant by Adam Riley
China - Yunnan Extension (Relaxed) 2027

16 Apr 2027 - 21 Apr 2027 (6 days)

USD3,300 - Spaces Available

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Tour Leader: Lisle Gwynn

Pricing notes : *Prices are estimated, and dates may change*

Tour price (Per person): USD3,300 * GBP2,457 * EUR2,809 * AUD5,027

Flight costs: USD440 * GBP328 * EUR375 * AUD670

Yunnan Province boasts an impressive bird list of over 770 species, the highest of any province in China. Several species are restricted to this region and adjacent northern Myanmar and northeast India, making it a hotspot for bird endemism. The province offers a remarkable diversity of habitats, from warm subtropical forests in the lowlands and hills to cool temperate forests in the higher mountains.

Birding highlights include Giant Nuthatch and Yunnan Nuthatch, the stunning Scarlet-faced Liocichla, Red-tailed and Blue-winged Laughingthrushes, Chinese Babax, Chinese and Black-breasted Thrushes, Rusty-capped, Yellow-throated, Spectacled and Yunnan Fulvettas, Grey-headed and Brown-winged Parrotbills, Black-headed Greenfinch, Beautiful and Black-headed Sibias, Chinese Blue Flycatcher, Black-streaked Scimitar Babbler, Godlewski’s Bunting, and Black-bibbed Tit. With luck, we may also encounter the rare White-speckled Laughingthrush or even the elusive Mrs. Hume’s Pheasant.

Top Birds

Lady Amherst’s Pheasant; Rufous-throated, Hill & Mountain Bamboo Partridges; Yunnan Nuthatch; Red-tailed, White-speckled & Blue-winged Laughingthrushes; Chinese Babax; Scarlet-faced Liocichla; Black-breasted Thrush; Yellow-throated & Yunnan Fulvettas; Brown-winged Parrotbill; Black-headed Greenfinch; Beautiful & Black-headed Sibias; Black-streaked Scimitar Babbler; Pin-tailed & Wedge-tailed Green Pigeons; Grey-headed Bullfinch; Yellow-bellied Flowerpecker; Cachar Wedge-billed Babbler.

Habitats Covered

Coniferous (mostly pine) & broad-leaved forest, bamboo, secondary forest, wetlands (open water & reedbeds), scrub, open fields

Expected Climate

Warm to mild, cooler in the higher lying areas

Max Group Size

10 with 1 Rockjumper leader & local birding leader

Tour Pace & Walking

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.

Reasonable pace with a few early starts (some are optional). Designed to be a comfortable, enjoyable birding tour.

Accommodation

Good to comfortable.

Ease of Birding

Easy to moderate. Focus on accessible and conspicuous species; no prolonged searches for skulkers.

Other Attractions

spectacular scenery, seldom-visited forests and mountains

Photographic Opportunities

Casual opportunities are good to very good, some purpose-built hides & blinds.

What our clients say about us

David Hoddinott
PS, China 2018

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.

Paul Varney
NH, China 2024

Paul Varney, was very well prepared, despite not having birdied much in China before he had studied the likely birds at each place and particularly he had leaner the calls, so vital in identifying almost identical leaf warblers. He was calm and flexible when logistical issues arose. I would happily tour with him again.

Daniel Danckwerts
MN, China 2018

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
PK, China 2018

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.

Glen Valentine
MN, China 2018

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.

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