Photo Gallery
Oil Reville and Petar Dilchev (PD)
We begin our tour looking for the stunning Wallcreeper, a monotypic species which always catches the eye
The stunning Trigrad Gorge is where we will search for the iconic Wallcreeper and other species. (PD)
The elusive, but striking Barred Warbler is always a highly rewarding sighting
Black Redstart breeds in the mountain villages near Trigrad Gorge.
The upland areas around Trigrad Gorge are home to many interesting species, beautiful scenery, and quaint villages.
Woodchat Shrike is one of our targets for the stunning Studen Kladenets volcanic region
Lesser Gray Shrike is a striking bird which also has a delightful song
Rila Monastery is the largest Eastern Orthodox monastery in Bulgaria (PD)
The valleys of the Lesser Rhodopes will echo with the sound of the iconic Common Cuckoo
European Turtle Dove is now a highly prized species on any European tour due to their declining population.
The vast expanse of the Rhodope Mountains borders Bulgaria and Greece and holds many fantastic species
Northern Wheatear is one of many migrants we hope to see on this tour
Flocks of Great White Pelican are one of the highlights of our tour
Masked Shrike is a highlight in the south east section of our Bulgaria tour. (PD)
Studen Kladenets is an ancient volcanic region is home to amazing birds like Black Stork, Eastern Orphean Warbler, and Western Rock Nuthatch
Cinereous Vulture is of three species of Vulture we hope to catch up with on our tour
Eastern Imperial Eagle is another species with a very limited range in Europe, making it a big target for our tour
We will spend time in the breeding territory of the majestic Black Stork while in eastern Bulgaria
Red-backed Shrike is yet another beautiful breeding species found in Bulgaria
Black-headed Bunting is a beautiful bird which is often found in the rollings hills of the Rhodope Mountains. (PD)
Semicollared Flycatcher is a prized species found in deciduous woodlands in eastern Bulgaria
Golden jackal is one of the main mammal highlights of our tour
Coastal Bulgaria is a truly beautiful area with a range of bird rich habitats
The colours of a European Roller are simply unforgettable
The Feldegg subspecies of Western Yellow Wagtail is an absolute beauty
Whiskered Tern is attractive species found around the lakes of eastern Bulgaria
Pomorie Salt Pans is a vitally important waterbird migration route and home to many species. (PD)
Fields throughout the country should be littered with graceful White Stork.
Purple Heron is an attractive species of the wetlands of Bulgaria
Pied Wheatear is a localised breeder in eastern Bulgaria and one of our key targets
The stunning Cape Kaliakra features amazing plains landscapes and the beautiful coast of the Black Sea, a great place to watch passing Yelkouan Shearwaters.
Great Reed Warbler is a HUGE warbler and has an equally impressive song
Bulgaria sits on the western edge of the striking Dalmatian Pelican’s range, making it a big target for our tour