This tour visits some of the most remote, bird-rich areas in Australia. In the country's far north eastern corner, the distinctive Cape York Peninsula juts out into the tropical waters of the Coral Sea and is home to the largest unspoilt patch of rainforest on the continent.

The journey takes in the riches of Lakefield National Park, where highlights are likely to include the Golden-shouldered Parrot, Black-throated Finch, and Red Goshawk. Further north, Kutini-Payamu (Iron Range) National Park offers a chance to see species found nowhere else in Australia, such as the Palm Cockatoo, Magnificent Riflebird, Red-cheeked Parrot, Frill-necked Monarch, and White-faced Robin.

Simply put, this tour is hard to beat: it covers the highlight areas in this region, and we travel at a comfortable pace. This tour is also one of our best sellers and you are welcome to join us on this next trip.

Journey to remote Kangaroo Island on this collaboration between Inala Nature Tours and Kangaroo Birds and Wildlife Walk. With lightweight day packs, head out with Inala's celebrated birding guides and discover the island's endemic birds. Return each evening to our exclusive accommodation, chef-inspired meals paired with local beer and wine, in the comfort and ambience of the newly restored Cape du Couedic Lightkeeper Cottages, situated in the Flinders Chase National Park.

Kangaroo Island is located 20 kilometres off the South Australian coast and is home to an abundance of native wildlife. You’ll be sharing the Island with koalas, sea lions, kangaroos and, of course, diverse bird species. Immerse yourself in the unique landscape of wild and raw beauty featuring towering sea cliffs and sweeping sunsets. You’ll feel completely at peace in the remote wilderness of Kangaroo Island.

The Republic of Costa Rica is home to 5% of the world’s plant and animal species, including more than 900 species of birds. Nestled between the Pacific Ocean and the Caribbean Sea, and at the junction of North and South America, the country boasts diverse habitats and exceptional wildlife with plenty of Central American endemics such as Resplendent Quetzal, Lovely Cotinga, Volcano Hummingbird, Long-tailed Silky-flycatcher and Nicaraguan Grackle. Costa Rica is also rich in other wildlife such as monkeys, sloths, caimans, and tree-frogs. Around 25% of the country is protected for conservation. On this tour, we visit a range of habitats to experience the astonishing diversity of the country and to look for a host of sought-after species. From mangrove swamps on the Pacific coast, along meandering rivers, across forested mountains, through tropical dry forest to the wetlands of the north – as well as a visit to the word-renowned La Selva Biological Station – this tour offers the best of Costa Rica. 

Highlights: mangrove cruise, exploring the Talamanca Mountains to look for the Chiriquí Endemics, Costa Rican páramo, a visit to La Selva Tropical Biological Station, wetlands of Caño Negro Wildlife Refuge. 

This tour has specifically been designed for the best chance of seeing the near-mythical Snow Leopard, which has historically proved almost impossible to find in the vast, steep, rocky high mountains of Central Asia without the considerable effort of extended and difficult hikes in the thin, cold air of high altitudes whilst carrying all belongings. We will be travelling in relative comfort in purpose-built ger (yurt) camps with onsite cooks, drivers and support crews and most areas will be accessed by vehicle, allowing for greater accessibility for those with average fitness levels. The areas we will be visiting are also home to a fantastic selection of bird and rare or difficult to see mammal species, such as Saiga Antelope, Przewalski’s Horse, Argali (wild mountain sheep) and Mongolian Gazelle. The scenery is spectacular and vast and covered in wildflowers. We will also experience some of Mongolia’s unique and ancient culture, from nomadic Yak, Bactrian Camel, Cashmere Goat and sheep herding to performances by Tuvan throat singers and traditional dancers, whilst living in traditional gers (yurts) which are provided by the local community.

During this slow-paced 15-day adventure, we will be based in three main locations: Gun Galuut, the Altai Mountains and Hustai National Park with stays in a comfortable en suite hotel in Ulaanbaatar between locations. We shall spend 6 nights in the foothills of the Altai Mountains in remote Western Mongolia, venturing into the deep rocky valleys and higher altitudes (maximum 3,000 metres or 10,000 feet, but usually below) searching for Snow Leopard and other wildlife. We have a good chance of seeing at least one of the estimated 10-15 individuals that live in this isolated mountain range. We will also look for the world’s largest wild sheep, the Argali, and Siberian Ibex that roam the rocky slopes. A variety of rodents such as ground-squirrels, jerboas, gerbils/jirds, voles and Tarbagan Marmot are very common and easily seen, as are lagomorphs (close relatives of rabbits) such as hares and pikas. We may even be lucky enough to see Grey Wolf which are also possible, but even more difficult the find than Snow Leopard. We will also visit the nearby semi-desert area below our camp to search for other critically endangered mammals such as Saiga Antelope and the delicately built and pretty, Black-tailed (Goitered) Gazelle. Our second base will be nearer to the capital, yet in another beautiful natural area, the famous Hustai National Park, home of the world’s only wild horse species, the Przewalski’s Horse or Takhi and Mongolian Gazelle.

Kenya is in equatorial East Africa; its savannah is famously depicted in documentaries and movies and the landscape that many people imagine when they think of Africa. However, the terrain rises from a low coastal plain on the Indian Ocean to mountains and plateaus at its centre. Most Kenyans live in and around the capital city of Nairobi which is in the highlands at an altitude of 1,700 metres.

This tour is being offered at a great time of year in terms of bird and wildlife viewing (breeding season for many species) and a comfortable climate. We will visit several different habitats, from the lush forests of Mt Kenya to the African Savannah which gives us the opportunity to see an extraordinary number of birds and wildlife. The arrangements have been made to maximise your safety and comfort, using good quality, comfortable accommodation throughout and travelling in open roofed 4X4 Toyota Landcruiser safari vehicles for the best viewing opportunities.
 

Funds will go towards sustainability projects in Kenya and to support the Kenya Women Birders Club and this tour has been designed to adjoin our Uganda tour (28 November to 13 December 2025) – discounts will apply for those taking both tours.

Romania is a country of fascinating wildlife and history. The relatively inaccessible forested region of Transylvania, ringed by the Carpathian Mountains, is home to the greatest number of large carnivores (Brown Bear, Lynx and Wolf) in Europe. The extensive plains to the south and east, combined with the mighty Danube Delta which empties into the Black Sea within Romanian borders, support one of the highest diversities of bird species in Europe. Romanian culture and buildings have also been preserved, including the medieval city of Sighisoara, and the many fortified churches and castles such as Bran Castle which has long been associated with the legend of Dracula.
This tour is one of our most popular international destinations. We include the alpine areas for species such as Alpine Marmot, Wallcreeper, Alpine Accentor and Ring Ouzel, the wild forests of Transylvania for large carnivores and raptors like Lesser-spotted Eagle, the Danube Delta for a huge variety of waterbirds including White and Dalmatian Pelican, and the Black Sea for a variety of gulls and terns. We are once again offering this trip in late spring/early summer as soon as the Transfăgărașan Pass opens, so that we have further opportunities to see spring wildflowers. We will be staying in comfortable en suite rooms in hotels and B&Bs throughout and will also have exclusive access to a floating hotel with en suite rooms on the Danube from which we will go out exploring the smaller channels in a boat.

Uganda is one of the world’s great wildlife destinations. Straddling the equator and with a mix of savanna, rainforest, mountains and wetlands, the country boasts more than 1,000 species of birds. It is a stronghold for the highly sought-after Shoebill and the elusive African Finfoot. The Rwenzori Mountains and Albertine Rift in Uganda’s west are home to Mountain Gorillas as well as numerous rainforest birds. Africa’s Big Five roam the savannas, alongside Maneless Zebra, Nile Bushbuck, Lelwel Hartebeest, Oribi, and Common Eland.

This tour takes us to some of the best locations, including Murchison Falls, Queen Elizabeth National Park, Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, and Lake Victoria, for unforgettable wildlife experiences. We track White Rhino on foot, trek through forest to spend time in the company of Mountain Gorilla and Chimpanzee, and travel by wooden boat to search the papyrus swamps for Shoebill.

This tour has been designed to maximise our birding and wildlife viewing opportunities while incorporating visits to spectacularly beautiful locations, meeting and supporting local communities and staying in strategically located accommodation with high ecotourism values. 

We are excited to offer this new Outback adventure that takes us to the red dunes and isolated waterholes of the remote South-west corner of Queensland. Beginning in Mt Isa and ending in Longreach, the tour takes us to the Channel Country and Mulga Lands to look for inland rarities and difficult-to-find species such as Eyrean and Grey Grasswrens, Grey Falcon and Letter-winged Kite. We will visit iconic landscapes and historic towns. A highlight of the tour is a visit to Bowra Wildlife Sanctuary, a world-renowned birding location known for its diversity and rare species.

This tour is designed to join Outback Queensland Birds, Wildlife & Ancient Creatures

Western Australia is Australia’s largest state, covering almost 1 million square miles and comprising the western third of the continent (which is an area larger than Western Europe). More than 500 bird species have been recorded here, including 18 endemics and many other sub-species, near endemics, migratory and other highly sought-after species. This tour concentrates on the south-western ‘corner’ of the state where most of the endemics can be located. The south-west of Western Australia is also one of the world's biodiversity ‘hotspots’, with some of the richest and most unique plant and animal life on earth. There are about 13,000 species of plants in Western Australia, many of which are yet to be formally named. Although primarily a birding tour, this trip will also provide opportunities to see some unique mammals and flora.

This itinerary has been designed to adjoin our:

 Tasmanian Endemic Birds and Wildlife Tour

South-Western Australia - Birds and Wildlife of the Coral Coast & Outback Northern Wheatbelt Tour