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Poland is famous as one of Europe’s top countries for watching birds and mammals. However, it is also excellent for butterflies and dragonflies, although these have received less attention until now. On this 8-day, high summer, tour we will visit two famous areas: Biebrza National Park and the unique Bialowieza Forest. More than 100 species of butterflies have been recorded at both sites, and we will look for such gems as Poplar Admiral (one of the continent’s most sought-after butterflies), Moorland Clouded Yellow, Cranberry Fritillary and Violet Copper. In the rich wetlands a huge range of dragonflies and damselflies occurs, with an eclectic mixture of boreal and continental species. We will also be hoping to see some of the area's larger wildlife, including mammals and birds such as a European Bison, Greater Spotted Eagle and Black Woodpecker.

  • Visiting unspoilt regions of Poland, rich in all wildlife
  • Four nights near superb Biebrza National Park, 600km2 of protected wetland and woodland
  • Superb assemblage of dragonflies and damselflies
  • 100 species of butterflies have been recorded at both centres
  • Potential for Aquatic Warbler sightings
  • Three nights near incomparable Bialowieza, unique relict ancient primeval forest
  • Butterflies include Poplar Admiral, Geranium Argus
  • Chance of European Bison
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Tell me about Poland …

Eastern Poland still remains one of most peaceful and underdeveloped regions of Europe. Although modern farming practices and EU funded roads are marching forever eastward across the country, a journey to Polands eastern borders is still like a step back into the past.

Farming here has been in harmony with nature for generations – farmers still use horse drawn ploughs to tend their land, large fields are rare, and the soil is free from the chemicals used so eagerly in much of the rest of the continent.

 

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Poland was one of the first countries in eastern Europe to open its doors to birdwatchers and we have been running tours here in search of Aquatic Warblers, Great Snipe and woodpeckers for over 25 years! Although much has changed over the past quarter of a century, the pace of change has been slowest in Poland’s peaceful north-eastern corner. Pristine primeval forests – some of the last in Europe – and extensive wetlands stand as a final refuge for wildlife that has been squeezed out of much of the rest of the continent. Fortunately, farming in this region has yet to fully embrace the intensification that has blighted much of the land further west and this habitat-rich patchwork of traditional agricultural land, forests, wetlands and meadows is home to, not only the rich diversity of birds we have enjoyed over so many years, but a wonderful variety of butterflies and dragonflies too.

As spring turns to summer, a colourful mix of butterflies and dragonflies take to the wing. Northeastern Poland is a melting pot of boreal, continental and Siberian lepidoptera. Over 100 species have been recorded in the forests of Bialoweiza and a similar number live in the riverine habitats along the Biebrza River. This tour focuses on these two wildlife havens and, in particular, on the region’s butterflies and dragonflies. We start with a flight into Warsaw, Poland’s capital, before transferring to the ancient forests of Bialoweiza, close to the Belarus border, for the first three nights of the tour. After exploring the primeval woodlands in the ‘Strict Reserve’, we will go in search of Poplar Admiral, Moorland Clouded Yellow and Geranium Argos. Birds include White-backed Woodpecker, and we may even catch sight of one of Europe’s last remaining European Bison. Moving on, we will conclude our tour in Biebrza National Park in which the Biebrza River meanders through 600 square kilometres of protected wetlands and woodlands. We will be based for four nights in the small town of Goniadz, from where we will look for Scarce, Nickerl’s and Cranberry Fritillaries, plus Large, Sooty, Scarce and Violet Coppers. A variety of dragonflies will be hawking for insects – over 60 species have been recorded in north-eastern Poland – whilst for added variety we hope to see Elk and Aquatic Warbler, before we need to return to Warsaw to catch our flight home. 

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All accommodation is included in the holiday cost. We will stay in comfortable, rural guesthouses

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All meals are included.

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At Naturetrek we craft expertly-guided group and tailor-made wildlife holidays and cruises to all seven continents. On one of our holidays, you can be assured that our passionate team will enable you to experience and enjoy the best of the world's wildlife and natural spectacles in as comfortable and rewarding a manner as possible, caring as best we can for the environment in the process. We are proud to provide:

  • The widest choice of wildlife holidays worldwide
  • Tours managed and led by naturalists, for naturalists
  • Outstanding value and exceptional customer service

Furthermore, as a Naturetrek client, our office team are always to on hand to help you – so if you have any queries about your holiday, whether before or after you have booked, we will be delighted to answer them on the phone. Please just give our team a call!

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A Naturetrek Tailormade holiday allows you, with the benefit of our wildlife travel expertise and destination experience, to enjoy the perfect private wildlife holiday – one that truly matches your requirements, expectations and ambitions. We will ensure the most competitive prices, superb naturalist guides and seamless ground services.

Some of the benefits of Naturetrek Tailormade travel include:
• A bespoke itinerary which is crafted by experts and designed specifically for you
• Private guiding by the very best local naturalists 
• Travel with people you know, at your own pace
• Incorporate as much culture, history or relaxation time as you wish
• Choose dates to suit you
• Select your preferred style of accommodation
• Travel with families and children of any age

Furthermore, our Tailormade team are always on hand to help and guide you along the way, with friendly advice, first-hand knowledge and inside information specific to your destination of choice. So if you have any queries about your holiday, we will be delighted to answer them. Please just give us a call!

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For any interested natural history club or society, we can arrange for a private departure of this tour.

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Poland in Summer

Tour Code: POL09

An 8-day holiday to north-eastern Poland focusing on the butterflies, dragonflies and other wildlife of the Biebrza National Park and the Bialoweiza Forest.

£2,595

Flight Inclusive

£2,345

Land Only
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Carbon Footprint

749kg CO2e

With International Flights

298.1kg CO2e

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What does this mean?

Highlights

  • Visiting unspoilt regions of Poland, rich in all wildlife
  • Four nights near superb Biebrza National Park, 600km2 of protected wetland and woodland
  • Superb assemblage of dragonflies and damselflies
  • 100 species of butterflies have been recorded at both centres
  • Potential for Aquatic Warbler sightings
  • Three nights near incomparable Bialowieza, unique relict ancient primeval forest
  • Butterflies include Poplar Admiral, Geranium Argus
  • Chance of European Bison

Summary

Poland was one of the first countries in eastern Europe to open its doors to birdwatchers and we have been running tours here in search of Aquatic Warblers, Great Snipe and woodpeckers for over 25 years! Although much has changed over the past quarter of a century, the pace of change has been slowest in Poland’s peaceful north-eastern corner. Pristine primeval forests – some of the last in Europe – and extensive wetlands stand as a final refuge for wildlife that has been squeezed out of much of the rest of the continent. Fortunately, farming in this region has yet to fully embrace the intensification that has blighted much of the land further west and this habitat-rich patchwork of traditional agricultural land, forests, wetlands and meadows is home to, not only the rich diversity of birds we have enjoyed over so many years, but a wonderful variety of butterflies and dragonflies too.

As spring turns to summer, a colourful mix of butterflies and dragonflies take to the wing. Northeastern Poland is a melting pot of boreal, continental and Siberian lepidoptera. Over 100 species have been recorded in the forests of Bialoweiza and a similar number live in the riverine habitats along the Biebrza River. This tour focuses on these two wildlife havens and, in particular, on the region’s butterflies and dragonflies. We start with a flight into Warsaw, Poland’s capital, before transferring to the ancient forests of Bialoweiza, close to the Belarus border, for the first three nights of the tour. After exploring the primeval woodlands in the ‘Strict Reserve’, we will go in search of Poplar Admiral, Moorland Clouded Yellow and Geranium Argos. Birds include White-backed Woodpecker, and we may even catch sight of one of Europe’s last remaining European Bison. Moving on, we will conclude our tour in Biebrza National Park in which the Biebrza River meanders through 600 square kilometres of protected wetlands and woodlands. We will be based for four nights in the small town of Goniadz, from where we will look for Scarce, Nickerl’s and Cranberry Fritillaries, plus Large, Sooty, Scarce and Violet Coppers. A variety of dragonflies will be hawking for insects – over 60 species have been recorded in north-eastern Poland – whilst for added variety we hope to see Elk and Aquatic Warbler, before we need to return to Warsaw to catch our flight home. 

Outline Itinerary

Day
1
Arrive Warsaw & transfer to Goniadz
Days
2 - 4
Around Bialowieza Forest
Days
5 - 7
Biebrza National Park
Day
8
Return to Warsaw & depart
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What's Included?

Food

All meals are included.

Accommodation

All accommodation is included in the holiday cost. We will stay in comfortable, rural guesthouses

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Dates & Prices

2027

Flight Inclusive

£2,595

Land Only

£2,345

Single Supplement

£195

Regional Departures

Would you rather depart from an airport closer to you? Give us a call at 1-844-433-9473 and we'll see what we can do.

2028

Flight Inclusive

£2,595

Land Only

£2,345

Single Supplement

£195

Regional Departures

Would you rather depart from an airport closer to you? Give us a call at 1-844-433-9473 and we'll see what we can do.

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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