"Via Pontica" Autumn Migration Birding (Bulgaria)

'Via Pontica' Autumn Migration Birding (Bulgaria)

The migration along Via Pontica flyway is a performance, attracting birdwatchers from all over the world each year! Be a part of it! Lying over two of the biggest migratory routes in Europe (Via Pontica and Via Aristotelis), the territory of Bulgaria is an important stop-over for many migrating and wandering birds during this season. The Black Sea coastal wetlands (lakes and lagoons) provide some of the best conditions for watching thousands of soaring migrants! Huge flocks, comprising hundreds and thousands White Storks, White Pelicans and Honey Buzzards could be seen per one day only along with many other birds of prey like Montagu’s Harriers, Black Kites, Short-toed Eagles, Levant Sparrowhawks etc. Additional tour will be performed through the mountains of Strandja and Sakar to the Eastern Rhodope Mountains which is a breeding site of international importance for some of these species.

The Via Pontica birding tour for 16th of August 2024 is in collaboration with the World Sustainability Foundation and it offers an enriching experience that combines bird watching, conservation, and cultural exploration. By participating in this tour, you explore the preservation of vital migratory routes, support sustainable tourism practices and contribute to the reforestation project of WSF in Central Africa, all while enjoying the breathtaking sights and sounds of one of Europe’s most important bird migration corridors. There will be 100 trees planted for each guest in Central Africa (in Mali, Senegal, Tanzania, Uganda and Kenya), creating habitats for iconic birds like the Lilac-breasted Roller (Coracias caudatus), the African Grey Parrot (Psittacus erithacus), and the Sokoke scops owl (Otus ireneae).

The World Sustainability Foundation (WSF) is a non-profit organization whose goal is to protect global biodiversity. To achieve this goal, the WSF has developed and supported more than 40 conservation projects for species and ecosystems threatened by human activities. For the WSF it is fundamental to involve and remunerate the local communities in its projects.

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Price Includes:
7 nights in standard hotels and guesthouses with en-suite facilities including breakfast. English speaking professional birdwatching guide
all transport included in the price
transfers to/from Sofia airport
entrance fees for Poda lagoon and Cape Kaliakra
VAT and all local taxes.

Not Included:
international and domestic flights
maps (could be requested in advance when booking the tour)
tips
alcohol drinks
other entrance fees and meals (lunch packs/lunches),insurance

Additional Services:
Small Group Supplement (2-3 travelers) - 150 EUR per person


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"Via Pontica" Autumn Migration Birding (Bulgaria) (Rated 4.84 / 5 Based on 438 Reviews.)

Easy walks up to 1-2 km per day; some short hikes by the birding stops may take place in regions with no walking paths

Group Size
Min. 4
Reservation System Code
BGVIAPONT

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