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Went to a variety of sites and saw some excellent birds. Most enjoyable trip. [The leader] looked after us very well and had a great knowledge of sites, birds and we saw Hen Harrier, Black Grouse and Great Grey Shrike etc. Would definitely like to go with her again.
G.M. Hertfordshire, Nov 21
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The Best of North Wales in Winter - A Birdwatching Tour
Tour Code: GBR278A 6-day holiday exploring the coastline, valleys and headlands of the magnificent birdwatching area of north Wales.
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Supporting an outstanding diversity of habitats, north-west Wales is one of the UK’s most thriving areas for birdlife, and our exciting birdwatching holiday is set to deliver a range of specialities from this wonderful region. We will first search the northern coastline for waders and other estuarine species, which should number in the thousands, before setting our sights inland. Picturesque Sessile Oak woodlands tucked away in the lush valleys for which this country is so famed harbour a number of key specialities, amongst a plethora of other delights, which may include Dipper and Goosander, plus Lesser Spotted Woodpeckers which are often found amongst roaming tit flocks. Our final few days of the holiday will be spent exploring the dramatic headlands of Great Orme and RSPB South Stack, where we will aim to seek out Choughs, Ravens and much more in this superb birding area. One of the reserves we aim to visit is famed for a wintering flock of Greenland White-fronted Geese; subtly different from the commoner Russian White-fronts, the Greenlands will hopefully be seen grazing on the vast meadows.
Each day of the tour will be taken at a gentle pace and led by an expert local leader. Our base in the beautiful town of Betws-y-Coed is perfectly located, with the region’s best birding locations within reasonable driving distance.
- Visit the Dee Estuary to observe thousands of wintering birds, mostly waders
- Enjoy the sight of picturesque Welsh valleys as we head south
- Visit the vast headlands of Great Orme and RSPB South Stack
- Observe the uncommon Greenland White-fronted Geese
- Lesser Spotted Woodpeckers may be found amongst roaming tit flocks
- Choughs on the headlands
- Led by an expert birdwatcher guide
Outline Itinerary
Day 1
Arrive Betws-y-Coed
Day 2
Dee Estuary
Day 3
Ynys-hir RSPB Nature Reserve
Day 4
Searching for Black Grouse
Day 5
South Stack RSPB Nature Reserve
Day 6
Nearby uplands; depart early afternoon
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Dates & Prices
2026
Departures
Availability
Cost
Mon 16th Nov – Sat 21st Nov
SPACES
£1,195
Land only cost:
The "Land Only" cost is the tour price you will pay if you choose to arrange your own flights/transport.
£1,195
Single Room Supplement:
Single Room Supplement.
£325
Tour Leader:
Please note that, whilst we assign leaders to particular tours well in advance, we reserve the right to make changes if necessary
Neil Murphy
Tour Leader: Neil Murphy
Neil first became interested in birds at about the age of 7, when his mum would show him birds in the back garden. This curiosity quickly developed as he started studying books and field guides, and learned just how much variety there was to be found across Britain and northern Europe! Neil joined a local youth wildlife group and the frequent field trips soon had him hooked, culminating in him wining a competition and a day out at Minsmere in 1982. From this moment, he never looked back! Birds have always been Neil's main interest and taken him to many countries, but an appreciation of the wider natural world also developed along the way, and he has since gained knowledge of butterflies, dragonflies, botany and most recently moths. Neil feels lucky to do what he loves as his job and, nearly 50 years later, have the opportunity to show the birds that he has loved since childhood to others. There is always something special or unexpected to see, even on the quietest days!
2027
Departures
Availability
Cost
Mon 15th Nov – Sat 20th Nov
SPACES
£1,195
Land only cost:
The "Land Only" cost is the tour price you will pay if you choose to arrange your own flights/transport.
£1,195
Single Room Supplement:
Single Room Supplement.
£325
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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