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Mike Crewe the guide was absolutely fantastic. He was so focused on giving us the best views and opportunities to see wildlife I was truly impressed and from this experience I can see me joining Naturetrek on many more wildlife holidays in the UK and abroad. The accommodation and friendliness of our hosts was also fantastic.
A.H. West Yorkshire, Jan 22
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Norfolk - Winter in the Broads
Tour Code: GBR292A 3-day winter birdwatching break to the Norfolk Broads, and adjacent coastline, based at a delightful guesthouse near the Calthorpe Broad Nature Reserve.
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Summary
Winter in Norfolk is all about the return of the huge numbers of wintering ducks, geese, waders, thrushes, finches and other birds that descend on the county between November and March to escape the snow of further north. The marshes, wet meadows, dunes and woodlands that edge the county’s coastline from Kings Lynn to Great Yarmouth are justly famous for the sheer variety and number of birds they attract throughout the year. Numbers reach a peak in the winter when the reed-fringed wetlands of the Norfolk Broads resonate to the whistle of thousands of Wigeon and the ‘wink wink’ of skein after skein of Pink-footed Geese. These transient visitors from northern Europe, Arctic Russia and Iceland join a wonderful range of iconic residents such as Crane, Bittern, Avocet and Bearded Tit.
On this 3-day birdwatching break we will be based in a delightful guesthouse in the heart of the Norfolk Broads close to the Calthorpe Broad National Nature Reserve between the villages of Hickling and Sea Palling. From here, we will enjoy the best of east Norfolk’s winter birding highlights, focusing on the wetlands of the Broads and the adjacent coastal marshes and dunes, including visits to such iconic reserves as Hickling Broad and the Winterton Dunes National Nature Reserve.
- Explore the Norfolk Broads & adjacent coastline
- Wintering flocks of geese, ducks & waders
- Common Crane, Snow Bunting, Bearded Tit, Bittern & Great Egret all possible
- Includes an evening visit to a raptor roost in search of Marsh & Hen Harriers, Merlin & Barn Owl
- Chance of something unusual such as Waxwing, Rough-legged Buzzard & Lapland Bunting
- Based in a delightful guesthouse overlooking the Norfolk Broads
- Led by an expert Naturetrek naturalist
Outline Itinerary
Day 1
Arrive Norfolk Broads
Day 2
Norfolk Broads
Day 3
Winterton & the Coast. Depart for home.
What's Included?
- Accommodation:
We will be staying for two nights at the delightful Dairy Barns guesthouse close to the Calthorpe Broad National Nature Reserve between the villages of Hickling and Sea Palling. All rooms have private facilities. See the detailed tour itinerary for more information.
- Food:
Breakfasts and dinners are included in the cost. Lunches (either in the form of a pub lunch or a picnic) and drinks are not included.
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Dates & Prices
2025
Departures
Availability
Cost
Mon 10th Nov – Wed 12th Nov
SPACES
£525
Land only cost:
The "Land Only" cost is the tour price you will pay if you choose to arrange your own flights/transport.
£525
Single Room Supplement:
Single Room Supplement.
£145
2026
Departures
Availability
Cost
Mon 9th Feb – Wed 11th Feb
SPACES
£550
Land only cost:
The "Land Only" cost is the tour price you will pay if you choose to arrange your own flights/transport.
£550
Single Room Supplement:
Single Room Supplement.
£150
Mon 9th Nov – Wed 11th Nov
SPACES
£550
Land only cost:
The "Land Only" cost is the tour price you will pay if you choose to arrange your own flights/transport.
£550
Single Room Supplement:
Single Room Supplement.
£150
Prefer to Travel in a Private Group?
For any interested natural history club or society, we can arrange for a private departure of this tour.
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