On our Japan - Southern Islands birding extension we will visit the small island of Amami, home to the striking Lidth’s Jay, Amami Thrush and the scarce Amami Woodcock, before venturing to the island of Okinawa, where a host of exciting endemics can be found – endangered Okinawa Woodpecker, recently discovered Okinawa Rail, stunning Ryukyu Robin and Ryukyu Minivet are just some of the island’s exciting species that we hope to see!
Okinawa Rail, Amami Woodcock, Black-faced Spoonbill, Ryukyu Scops Owl, Japanese Wood Pigeon, Whistling Green Pigeon, Okinawa (Pryer's) Woodpecker, Lidth’s Jay, Amami and Brown-headed Thrushes, Ryukyu Robin, Ryukyu Minivet, Japanese Cormorant, Japanese Pygmy Woodpecker, Grey-faced Buzzard, Narcissus (Ryukyu) Flycatcher, Varied Tit, Long-toed Stint, Cinnamon Bittern, Northern Boobook & chance of Japanese Scops Owl
Amami Rabbit (Black Hare)
“Itajii” (evergreen oak forests), estuaries, rice paddies, irrigation channels
mild to cold
12 with 1 Rockjumper leader & local birding leader
moderate pace, undemanding walks
comfortable minshukus (guest houses) & hotels
easy to moderate
spectacular temple sites and gardens
good
Wonderful experience with Erik Forsyth and Bryan despite challenging weather conditions. The lodging was very comfortable. The birds were fantastic.
Glen, as usual, was the best. This is our third trip with him and would not hesitate to do many more.
Outstanding trip with excellent leadership. Could not have asked for a better experience.
The birding and bird vocalisation skills of Erik Forsyth and local guide Bryan Shirley are simply outstanding. So far, I've probably met only 2 guides who were only just about as good as these two!
This trip was quite an experience: Earthquakes, an erupting volcano, a major blizzard, raw fish and squid for breakfast, some incredible dining experiences, great scenery, and a wicked lot of fantastic birds! Erik Forsyth did a very good job with the tour. He was a bit more laid back than I am used to, but we really had good luck with the birds. A lot of that also had to do with Bryan Shirley, who is also an excellent guide. Erik and Bryan made a great team and appeared to really enjoy the trip, which was infectious for the rest of the group.
11 Feb 2025 - 18 Feb 2025 (8 days)
JPY420,000 - Spaces Available
Tour Leader: Local Leader
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