191015 Russia St.Petersburg 9 Sovetskaj 4-6 lit.A

Offers a unique opportunity to visit well-known Reserve Kurgalski at southwest coast of Gulf of Finland The Kurgalskij Reserve is one of the most beautiful and attractive places in Leningrad Region. This area has been closed to visitors for some time and the nature of this place kept in its original condition. It is now a Protected Natural Area (State Reserve), and a Ramsar Site of International importance.

There are around 200 different species of birds in addition to bears, elk, roe deer, wild pigs and Baltic Ringed Seal and the Grey Seal. Our tours are flexible and can easily be changed or combined according to the special wishes of tourists, to calendar terms, weather conditions etc. An English speaking, experienced guide is available on all the tours and there is also the opportunity to watch birds from an observation post without guides.

The bird-watcher tour offers several routes of different distances and duration. Most of them pass the Reserve Kurgalski, the others – the South-Western territories of the Leningrad region including Reserves “Lebiashje”, “Kotelsky” and other Protected Areas. There is also a special route near St.Petersburg, which allows seeing some only here inhabiting bird-species.Take a look at our website for more information.

Photo shows Southern Dunlin (Calidris Alpine Schinzii) - The Baltic population has to be considered as genetically distinct and must be considered as endangered

28 Dunsford Road Birmingham B66 4EH     
Telephone: 0777 478 6518    Fax: 0870 135 1238

South Africa ranks as one of the top birding destinations in the world where African Birds, migrants and endemic birds can all be spotted. Namibia is a country of diversity and spectacular scenery, whatever you go looking for in Namibia you will find it... Birds Included!

Northern Botswana is a rewarding area for bird watchers especially in the Okavango Delta and Chobe National Park.

We offer magnificent birding experiences in Southern Africa, with experienced local guides who ensure top quality birding tours. We have scheduled tours and custom-made to suit your budget and requirements.

Email: info@travelafrica.co.uk to arrange your Birding Adventure.

Asia Paradise Eco Tours offers a variety of fixed and tailor made holidays in Thailand for nature lovers, particularly bird watchers, in Thailand’s most beautiful national parks. We provide luxury transport, hotel accommodation from three to five star, even specialist equipment hire. Our acclaimed professional bird guides have years of experience.

Culture holidays include many of Thailand’s most stunning archeological sites plus Ankor in Cambodia and north to south tours of Vietnam.

Adventure holidays include jungle treks, river rafting and big game watching, accompanied by expert guides.

2007 Dates: Dec 15-27 (from £1100)
2008 Dates: Jan 2-14 (from £1300).

Steve Cabb, 197 Swanshurst Lane, Moseley, Birmingham, B13 0AR     Tel: 0121-777-2749
Head Office: Kathmandu, Nepal. Tel: Steve Webster 00977-98510 12245   

TAKE PART IN THE ULTIMATE BIRDING HIGH - ON THE ROOF OF THE WORLD!

Nepal - home of the Gurkhas, Sherpas, Mt. Everest and over 900 bird species (almost 10% of the world's entire species) including the rare Giant Hornbill and Bengal Florican. We'll take you birding up in the mountains, down in the jungle and along Nepal's back waters. Our tour also includes a trek following the footsteps of Prince Charles, an elephant safari, a magical mystery tour of Kathmandu, a chance to see a living goddess and an optional Everest Mountain Flight! This isn't just a birding tour of a lifetime, but the adventure of a lifetime!

Escape2Nepal is owned by Steve Webster - a British national who has lived in Nepal since 1985 where he helped manage the world famous Tiger Tops Jungle Camp. Tours will be led by our esteemed anthropologists from Tiger Tops or Bird Conservation Nepal.

2006 TOURS DATES/PRICES: May 1-16 (£1,999), September 10-25 (£1,999), October 1-16 (£2,130), November 20-December 5 (£1,999) Only 16 spaces available per tour.

P.O. Box 5763-00100, G.P.O Nairobi - Kenya     
Telephone: +254-722-987544    Fax: + 254-020-343515

A selection of exciting Birding safaris, Wildlife safaris, Adventure tours and Camping safaris through the Eastern part of Africa ranging from 4 - 37 days, many of which can be combined with a relaxing interlude on the coast.

Special tours for keen birdwatchers designed to see maximum number of species; Birding Wilderness (17-30 June 2005) which includes Kakemega and Mt Kenya; and Bird Seekers Expedition (29 July-15 Aug) which includes the Mara, Mt Kenya and Lake Baringo. Minimum number to run tours is 6 persons with a maximum of 12 participants with two leaders.

Professional and highly experienced guides ensures that the best possible options are selected for each and every tour.

Nature's Wonderland Safaris stands unique in ornithological safaris for its fair prices and its competitive bird watching safari guides. Apart from the major areas visited by other tour operators we are able to venture into new areas with a high density of birds e.g. Kieni forest, Kireita forest, Ngong Forest, Ologesaile pre-histolic site.

#1 Birchwood Place Canmore, Alberta Canada, T1W 1P9     
Telephone: +001 403 678 6606    Fax: +001 403 678 09106

The major migratory flyways in North America combined with foothill, mountain and prairie habitats will offer you an adventurer’s dream (especially birdwatchers)!

You will enjoy magnificent scenery combined with traditional western comfort and hospitality. On our journey we will travel extensively through many varied habitats of Western Canada. Many sites within these habitats are recognized as being globally significant for the bird species that utilize these ecosystems.

Your guide, Peter Duck, is a conservation biologist, professional interpreter and an accomplished birder. This trip is not only a Birding Classic, but you will see a wide range of other wildlife - which could include Bison, Elk, Mountain Goats, Rocky Mountain Big Horn Sheep, Moose, Black and Grizzly Bear.

P.O.Box 2352 Nyeri, Kenya     
Telephone: +254-61-30326

Kenya with over 1000 birds species is Africa's Must-Go destination for birders. Active Birding, a recognized leader of fully guided birding and walking holidays in Kenya will be happy to host you birding. In our 15-days tour we visit the fresh and salt-water lakes of the Rift Valley, the tropical rain forest of Kakamega and Masai Mara NP, giving the best mix of birding and wildlife viewing.

At 2 pax US$ 2820, 4 pax US$ 2160 and 6 pax US$ 1940 p.p. sharing we offer ornithologically rich and comfortable private tours departing at your convenient date.

For more information visit our website at www.activebirding.com .