UPCOMING TRIPS
SRI LANKA
~ Birds and Wildlife Tour ~
5 - 20 November, 2025
Fondly named "The Teardrop of India", this South Asian island is brimming with rich history, diverse culture, stunning landscapes, and spectacular wildlife. Known as one of the world’s best places to go on safari outside Africa, this tour will include a visit to Yala National Park where you’ll look for Leopards, Sloth Bears, Elephants, and Langurs by open-topped jeeps. The bird fauna in Sri Lanka is incredibly diverse with 480 species - 35 of those endemic to the country. This tour will visit the country’s best birding and wildlife hotspots, immersing you in this Indian Ocean biodiversity paradise.​​
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Experience the vibrant wildlife of national parks, immerse yourself in the enchanting local culture, and savor delicious cuisine while enjoying comfortable accommodations on this unforgettable birding adventure. You'll learn about threats to native wildlife and the ways NGO's are trying to conserve them, and even take a cooking class so you can take home the unforgettable flavors from this vibrant country.
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Leopard © Amila Tennakoon
Panthera pardus ~ Endangered ~ Distributed across Africa and Asia in savanna habitats, although populations are fragmented
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ECUADOR
~ Birding the Chocó Andes ~
3 - 11 February, 2026 (9-days)
(with possible 2 - 3 February Extension)
Discover the breathtaking biodiversity of Ecuador’s cloud forests and Andean highlands on an unforgettable birdwatching tour. Journey through misty forests and dramatic mountain landscapes as your local expert guide leads you in search of some of South America’s most spectacular bird species. Marvel at the dazzling Andean Cock-of-the-Rock, spot vibrant tanagers flitting through the canopy, and witness the majestic flight of the Andean Condor. With the chance to encounter over 300 bird species — including 45 species of hummingbirds, toucans, and rare antpittas — alongside diverse wildlife like Spectacled Bear, this adventure promises an extraordinary experience in one of the world’s richest ecological hotspots!
Join us on this wildlife adventure to the mighty Andes
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​For those who want to extend their stay, ascend to the breathtaking highlands of the Andes. This tour extension takes you above the treeline, where the páramo ecosystem unfolds in sweeping landscapes of open skies and dramatic mountain vistas. In the crisp high-altitude air, we enter the realm of the majestic Andean Condor, soaring effortlessly over rugged peaks. These highlands offer unique birding opportunities not found on the main tour, including good chances of Andean Condor, Giant Hummingbird, and Rufous-bellied Seedsnipe.
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Andean Condor © vil.sandi
Vultur gryphus ~ Vulnerable ~ Found along the Andes range, from Venezuela to Tierra del Fuego, Chile
CUBA
~ Birding and Culture ~
5 - 16 March, 2026 (12 days)
Take an unforgettable birding tour of Cuba, a must-visit destination in the heart of the Caribbean. With over 400 bird species including 29 endemics, like the dazzling Cuban Tody, and the world's smallest bird – the Bee Hummingbird – this incredible island offers a spectacle of vibrant colors and culture. You’ll learn about important nature conservation efforts, see how Cuban cigars are made, and tour the sites of Old Havana, with its Afro-Caribbean music and 1950’s cars. Led by expert local guide Tania Piñeiro, one of Cuba’s most experienced female birding guides, this journey takes you through the island’s rich ecosystems and most treasured cultural gems.
Join us on this adventure to the heart of the Caribbean!
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Cuban Tody © Peter Hart
Todus multicolor ~ Least Concern ~ Endemic to the island of Cuba where it is reasonably widespread
MADAGASCAR
~ Birding the 8th Continent ~
8 - 21 November, 2026 (14-days)
(with optional 3 - 8 November Extension)
Often called the 8th continent due to its size and exceptional fauna and flora, this island is a dream destination for birders and wildlife enthusiasts alike. Home to an astonishing level of endemism: 90% of Madagascar’s species are found nowhere else on Earth. From the haunting calls of the Indri echoing through ancient rainforests, to the dazzling sight of endemic birds like the strikingly colorful Schlegel’s Asity and the elusive Long-tailed Ground-Roller; everywhere you turn unique plants, birds, and other wildlife await.
Join us on this wildlife adventure to the Land of Lemurs!
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​Those wanting to extend their stay and add more birds to the list, northwest Madagascar is a prime birding location due to its unique and diverse birdlife, including endemic and range-restricted species found nowhere else in the country. Key birding locations include Ankarafantsika National Park, known for its impressive bird list featuring the Critically Endangered Madagascar Fish-Eagle and Schlegel’s Asity, as well as the Betsiboka Delta, offering opportunities to see rare endemics like the Malagasy Sacred Ibis and the Bernier's Teal, both Endangered.
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Long-tailed Ground-Roller © Gerry Zambonini
Uratelornis chimaera ~ Vulnerable ~ Confined to southwest Madagascar in Mikea Forest
