Why Travel for Birds?
There are over 10,000 bird species in the world and only 700 in the United States. So, if you want to experience
the diverse universe of bird life, you need to back your bags and travel. Popular destinations for U.S.
birding travelers include Costa Rica, Belize, Ecuador, Mexico, Panama, and Brazil.
Before you leave on your trip, make sure that you pick-up a field guide for the country or countries that you
plan to visit. The guide for travel can be even more important than the guide at home because you will probably
not recognize many of the species you encounter.
Getting Help to Plan a Birding Vacation
If you are not familiar with the country that you choose to visit, sometimes it helps to work with a travel
group with expertise in the unique requirements of bird watching travel. These companies can help you get to the
right spots and find the best guides to ensure you see the widest possible habitats and bird life. Here are a few
agency websites to visit as you consider your travel plans:
- Field Guides
Lead tours in North America, Central America, and South America. Also have a few offerings
in Asia and Africa.
- Kolibri Expeditions
Run tours in Peru and South America.
- Victor Emanuel Nature Tours
Offers about 150 birding tours and natural history adventures
each year to more than 100 destinations worldwide
- Ventures Birding Tours
Many tours focused on North Carolina though every year the group goes to great destinations around
the world.
- WINGS
One of the leading bird watching tour operators. Offers tours all over the world. Prices
are relatively expensive but quality is high.
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