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WELCOME TO LANIUS BIRD TOURS

We offer a range of friendly, affordable and expertly guided birdwatching holidays both overseas and here in the UK. Based in Nottinghamshire our tours depart where possible from local airports in the Midlands. They are aimed at like-minded people with a general interest in wildlife, with all levels from beginners to experts catered for. Focussing primarily on birds, time wherever possible will also be given to watching mammals, butterflies and reptiles etc. Our tours are intended not only to offer incredible birdwatching, but also an enjoyable relaxing holiday, allowing plenty of time for prolonged good views of target birds.

NEWS
- New Destination for 2012 Kenya: Birds & Mammals
- Lanius 5 Years Anniversary
- Limmited Availability
- Israel: Spring Migration and Negev 2011 trip report added
- Israel: Spring Migration and Negev 2011 photo gallery updated
- Pyrenees: Wallcreepers & Cranes 2011 trip report added
- Special Offers

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New Destination for 2012

KENYA:  Birds & Mammals
It is not easy to describe Kenya in just a few words, but it would be fair to say that it is one of the most superb birding destinations in the world. It is blessed with some of Africa's finest wildlife reserves a number of which we will visit on this 13 day tour. Kenya has a huge bird list which stands at just over 1000, and although it is impossible to see everything in just one short stay, we hope to reach the 400 mark during the tour which has been designed specifically to visit the best birding sites and see as many bird species as possible during our stay. Although focusing primarily on the birdlife we will also have several opportunities to view the huge numbers and variety of mammals of the region which may including Reticulated Giraffe, Grevy's Zebra, Black Rhino, African Elephant, Cheetah, Leopard and Lion. Add to that some of the countries most spectacular scenery and you really do have the ingredients for a wonderful experience.

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Lanius 5 Years Anniversary
Hare at Lanius Bird Tours we are happy to say we have now been arranging and leading tours for 5 years. Since our establishment in 2007 we have visited many great destinations in 11 different countries over three continents. With new tours planned for next year including an exciting Birds & Mammals tour to Kenya. Highlights from these tours are far to numerous to list here, although the migration of thousands of songbirds at Point Pelee, watching Wallcreeper down to just a few yards in the Pyrenees and birding the desert regions of Israel would surely be contenders for top place if I did. Of course it is not just the birds that make a great birding holiday; on these tours we have visited some truly remarkable landscapes and met some wonderful characters. We would like to thank all of you who have travelled with us for your support and company.

You can read what our clients have commented about these tours on our Testimonials Page.

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Limited Availability

Wallcreepers and Cranes
The Pyrenees has long been a favourite with visiting birders, offering a good selection of target species and stunning scenery. Many of the regions most sought after species become easier to view during the winter months as they descend to lower altitudes to escape the harsh weather. This short winter break is designed to take full advantage of this, hopefully connecting with all the key targets, including Lammergeier, Wallcreeper, Alpine Chough, Alpine Accentor, and both Snow and Citril Finches. We will also spend some time on the nearby plains where Great & Little Bustard and both Black-bellied and Pin-tailed Sandgrouse occur. Also on this trip we hope to witness the start of the annual migration of Cranes through the area on their return to their northern breeding grounds.

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Special Offers

Early Booking
Book before the end of September on any tour for the following year and receive a 5% discount on the tour cost . Discount will be deducted from the remaining balance not the deposit and does not include any single room supplement.

Loyalty Scheme
For those of you who regularly travel with us, and have been on three qualifying tours, a 5% discount will be given on any fourth tour of your choice. Qualifying tours must be a duration of 5 days or longer.