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Two Atlantic puffins perched on a rugged rock cliff overlooking the blue ocean in the Westfjords.

Luxury Birdwatching Safaris made for you

Experience the astonishing variety of bird species on a bespoke birdwatching safari designed for you

Luxury safaris to see the wonder of the world's birdlife

Our luxury birding safaris immerse you in the world’s most spectacular avian landscapes. Expert guides will lead you to the remote reaches of Indonesia to spot birds-of-paradise. Climb high into the Himalayas to observe black-necked cranes in Bhutan and navigate the wetlands of Uganda to witness the prehistoric-looking shoebill.

In the Arctic summer (June to August), witness the frenetic energy of millions of migratory birds. Join an expedition cruise in Norway to spot ivory gulls and snowy owls. Or, take a private speedboat in Iceland to see the spectacle of Atlantic puffins nesting by the millions on soaring coastal cliffs.

Known as the ‘birding continent,’ South America hosts a third of the world’s bird species with many birdwatching experiences to enjoy. In the cloud forests of Colombia’s Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta, from the veranda of your remote private villa, you can observe the iridescent flash of hummingbirds and the rare black-and-gold tanager.

The distinctive biodiversity of New Zealand is perfect for birdwatching safaris with more than 80 endemic species to find. Hike the shores of Lake Wanaka where the tui, with its iridescent blue and green plumage and complex song, flits between branches. You can also learn about conservation and evolution at the National Kiwi Hatchery in Rotorua.

Your journey is curated by our dedicated travel designers, who partner with passionate local naturalists. Using their deep-rooted expertise, we design a birding safari that is as seamless as it is unforgettable.

  • Seniors trekking in a forest
  • Blue footed booby mating dance
  • A tui bird perching on a branch in New Zealand
  • A lilac breasted roller perched on a branch on a tree in Kenya
  • Close-up profile of a bright pink flamingo with its head tucked against its neck, featuring a distinctive black-tipped beak.
  • Macaws perched on a cliff in the Peruvian Amazon
  • Bright green-fronted hummingbird (Heliodoxa jacula) perched on a branch in Monteverde National Park, Costa Rica
  • A group of bright red and teal Southern carmine bee-eaters on a sandy bank with one bird in flight.

From our experts

Experiences picked by our specialists

Spot boobies and finches in the Galápagos

Combine your birdwatching safari with marine adventures in the Galápagos Islands. Spot blue-footed boobies, Darwin’s finches and many more species

See birds-of-paradise in West Papua

Get completely off the beaten path and venture to the remote West Papua province in Indonesia to witness stunning birds-of-paradise

Go birdwatching in the Okavango in green season

Explore the Okavango Delta in Botswana during its green season (December to April) for some of the most diverse bird watching in Africa

Find a tawny owl in Scotland

Nestle into a hide at The Caledonian Pine Forest, Scotland, to spot a tawny owl

Wake with Amazon macaws and eagles

Experience the Brazilian Amazon at sunrise. Guided by a local expert you’ll watch for hyacinth macaws, umbrellabirds and the powerful Harpy Eagle

Watch flamingos preen at Lake Nakuru

Capture photogenic parading flamingos reflecting in the water at Lake Nakuru in Kenya

A word from one of our experts

Seeing the beauty of birdlife is one of life's great experiences. I love the diversity, colours and natural habits we can witness, whether on the African savannah or the jungle of the Amazon.

Jess Kay Client Ambassador

Luxury accommodation

We have a wide range of luxury accommodation to stay at on your birdwatching safari. Here's a selection of some of our travel designers handpicked favourites.

Why book with Jacada?

  • Personalised design

    We’ll plan your trip around your specific interests, tastes and preferences, providing helpful tips and honest advice based on first-hand knowledge of the destination.

  • Authentic experiences

    Our expert guides and brilliant travel concierges are hand-picked to provide a genuine experience, bringing your destination to life with care and passion.

  • Responsible travel

    Our luxury trips are designed with responsible travel principles that prioritise travel experiences that are both good for you and good for the planet.

Trip inspiration

Get inspired with our example trips and then get in touch to plan your own bird watching safari adventure

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Where to go

When to visit

The best time for birdwatching depends on the species you would like to see. In Southern Africa, birdlife is at its most abundant from May to October. Latin America is a year-round destination. However, the southern tip of the continent is best from October to March, when migratory birds are most abundant. In Colombia and the Amazon, bird activity is most intense when the rains arrive from January to May. And in Costa Rica visit during the green season, especially from May to November. When travelling to New Zealand, we recommend visiting between March and May, a time when migratory birds gather along the coast and around the country’s wetlands and estuaries.

Arctic birds

May-September

Costa Rica

December-April

Southern Africa birds

November-April

Botswana’s Okavango Delta: The Ultimate Guide

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We enjoyed our first trip with Jacada and it surely won't be our last! Every detail and moment of our trip was perfectly planned. We were met every step of the way with courteous and knowledgeable drivers and guides. We really appreciated the local guides and the commitment they had to make every day special. Thank you Jacada for the…

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We enjoy traveling and we have used Jacada Travel for some wonderful trips over several years. We have never been disappointed. In 2024 we took a Safari in Botswana Africa and walked with the gorillas in Rwanda planned by Jacada and the itinerary was amazing. In 2025 we had planned a trip to Antartica ( with another company ) but…

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Communication and organization were excellent. The Jacada team was helpful and genuinely interested in our experience. The guides were personable, knowledgeable, and clearly enjoy their work. Vehicles were spotless, timely, and coordinators managed our every need brilliantly. I will recommend Jacada to friends and family. The only way to travel!

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Your trip, your story

We craft trips deeply personal, delightfully surprising and entirely one of a kind. Every Jacada journey begins in conversation with a travel designer, a specialist in their destination of expertise. Behind each journey is a wealth of insight, gathered over years of on-the-ground exploration.

Once you’re booked, you’ll meet your concierge. Based in the region you’re visiting, they’ll take care of all the details so your mind is at rest. They make the trip truly special – and truly yours.

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