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I C E L A N D Geyser Gyr Falcon Days 5 to 7 We travel from south to west Iceland and we’ll base ourselves on the North coast of the magnificent Snæfellsnes peninsula for the next three nights. To get there we’ll make a leisurely day’s journey around the wonderful landscapes of west Iceland. We’ll spend time birdwatching on the coast at Hvalfjörður and we’ll meet the first of the Common Eider which will become so familiar to us in the days ahead. West Iceland provides important habitats for species such as Red Knot, Ruddy Turnstone and Brent Goose as they migrate along the coast to their breeding grounds in and beyond Greenland and we’ll also look out for a real Icelandic breeding rarity, Common Shelduck! Snæfellsnes is really Iceland in miniature and we’ll have a great time exploring the peninsula. We’ll get to grips with the differences between Iceland and Glaucous Gulls, have close-up views of Common and Brünnich's Guillemots and see all five species of Iceland’s breeding auks, find Snow Bunting and Northern Wheatear, botanise amidst the natural rock gardens of the new lava fields and look offshore for the several different cetacean species, including Killer Whale, that occur here. White-tailed Eagles are often seen along the coast and we’ll make a special effort to locate this magnificent raptor. We’ll take a boat trip on the sheltered waters of the fjord and cruise around the islands of southern Breiðafjörður where we know we’ll have wonderful views of Atlantic Puffin, Black Guillemot, Black-legged Kittiwake, European Shag, Arctic Tern and with a little luck perhaps White-beaked Dolphin and Harbour Porpoise as well. Inland the ‘usual suspects’ (the splendid breeding waders) are everywhere and doubtless the photographers will be busy photographing them. We should also get great views of both Great Northern and Red-throated Divers here. The icecovered volcano of Snæfellsjökull provides us with an incredible scenic backdrop as we travel around the peninsula and we’ll learn about the volcanic activity that has created this part of Iceland. Our hotel is on the harbourside of an Icelandic fishing village and there’s great birdwatching to be had from just outside. The lovely evening light at this time of year is gorgeous and as midsummer approaches the sun stays above the horizon for almost 24 hours and the combination of great birds, fine scenery and lovely light is highly regarded by photographers. Day 8 It’s a delightful journey back to Keflavík for our return flight home. We’ll call at Iceland’s capital Reykjavík on the way and look out for another Icelandic rarity – Common Blackbird. We’ll travel along the North coast of the Reykjanes peninsula and say our goodbyes to the waders, Arctic Terns and Common Eider that have accompanied us on our travels this past week. Our flight departs in the mid-afternoon and there’s always a chance of a valedictory song from Snow Bunting at the airport itself. Outline Itinerary Day 1 Fly to Keflavík and transfer to Skálholt Days 2-4 Skálholt Days 5-7 Snæfellsnes Peninsula Day 8 Depart Keflavík Party Size Maximum of 14 clients (two leaders with more than seven clients). Accommodation Comfortable accommodation in twin/double and single rooms, with private facilities. Transport By private coach and minibus. Includes All flights, meals, accommodation, transport, entry fees, services of the leaders, airport taxes and tips. Gradings Gulfloss Good 65 Cool Low Normal Relaxed Good Easy Scheduled To make a booking please call Ornitholidays on 01794 519445 135
T U R K E Y Turkey Turkish Delight Wednesday 30 April – Friday 09 May 2014 Leaders: Mitko Petrakiev and Colin Bushell 2014 Cost £1,999 single room supplement £190 Tasucu TURKEY Curkurbag Adana Gaziantep Birecik here are very few countries within the Western Palearctic that possess such a diverse array of habitats as can be found within Turkey. Ornitholidays T has been visiting Turkey for more than 30 years and now we have an itinerary which brings together some of the country's most interesting birds and some fantastic scenery. The timing of this tour will find most species on their breeding territories, but still with some passage waders, birds of prey and warblers passing through the country on their way north to their breeding grounds in Russia and Siberia. We shall explore the Göksu Delta with its myriad of wading birds, the Demirkazik Mountains where Caspian Snowcock and Radde's Accentor breed and the Euphrates near Birecik with its singing Ménétries Warblers, hawking Blue-cheeked Bee-eaters and the possibility of Pallid Scops Owl and Iraq Babbler. Marshes to snow-topped mountains, upland salt-lakes to alpine meadows, wadis to dry maquis, and reed-fringed wetlands to semi-desert - we shall visit them all on this holiday. Journey with Ornitholidays to see why Turkey has been described as the best country for birdwatching within the Western Palearctic. ITINERARY Days 1 to 3 We leave London on a flight to Istanbul, where we connect with our flight to Adana. We meet our guide and driver and set off for the two hour drive to Tasucu. We stay for three nights at a hotel with a sea-view. We have an early morning start for the Göksu Delta, which is a prime habitat for waterbirds. With over 335 species recorded here, it is the most famous place for birdwatching in Turkey. We explore the wetland and look for some specialties here, including Marbled Teal, Purple Swamphen and Black Francolin, as well as migrating waders. Additionally we should be able to find Audouin's Gull, Spur-winged Lapwing, Moustached Warbler, Graceful Prinia, Pygmy Cormorant, Collared Pratincole, Whitespectacled Bulbul, pelicans and many different passerines along our route. Keeping our eyes on the sky for Eleonora's Falcon, we explore the Göksu Delta for the whole day. Next day, we will drive to Uzuncaburc – an area covered by dry maquis, ancient ruins and pine forests. Here we shall look for some eastern Mediterranean species, such as Olive-tree and Rüppell's Warbler, Cretzschmar's Bunting and Krüper's Nuthatch. Later in the afternoon we may continue our exploration of the Göksu Delta. Days 4 & 5 Today we head north into the Taurus Mountains, but first we have two spots to explore in lowlands south of Adana. An overgrown watercourse at Tabaklar should produce White-throated and Pied Kingfishers, along with Little Bittern and Squacco Heron. Little Crakes are often seen. The coastal lagoon at Tuzla makes an excellent picnic spot. A great variety of terns and waders can be seen here, especially at migration time. We will scan for Black-winged Pratincole, Caspian Tern and Slender-billed and Audouin's Gulls. Among the many waders, Greater Sand Plover is possible. The coastal bushes often attract passage migrants such as Masked Shrike, Upcher's Warbler or perhaps Rufous Blue-cheeked Bee-eaters 136 For a previous tour report or further information please call: 01794 519445
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