Birdwatching

Australia is home to an extraordinary variety of birds, the majority of the world’s species have an Australian ancestry, shaped through the geological evolution of our continent. There is currently estimated to be 828 bird species in Australia, 45% of which are endemic. It is then, no surprise that Australia is one of the most enticing of destinations when it comes to bird watching experiences. Ornithologists, Birders, Twitchers and Field Naturalists alike have long been captivated by Australian species along with the opportunity to observe them in their natural habitats, with many dedicated to the conservation and study of Australian native and migratory birds.

Our luxury lodges and camps are situated in some of Australia’s most inspiring and extraordinary locations. Boasting picturesque and diverse habitats - including tropical rainforests, coral reefs, coastal heaths, wetlands and swamps, grasslands, sandy and stony deserts and Eucalypt woodlands. The habitats are home to equally diverse birdlife; from the mesmerising colours of the Gouldian Finch, Eclectus Parrot and Splendid Fairy-wren, to the camouflage of a Tawny Frogmouth, it is little wonder Australia is recognised around the world as a birdwatcher’s paradise.

Guests have opportunities for exclusive and private birdwatching tours and photography expeditions, camp out in a purpose-built wildlife hide with camera and binoculars or join a knowledgeable and passionate field guide or specialist or participate in activities and research projects that have a real and positive impact on the conservation of our birds.

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Birdwatching Experiences

Arkaba’s impressive scenery and remote location offers photographers first-class opportunities to capture the abundance of wildlife and natural beauty of … More »

Arkaba’s impressive scenery and remote location offers photographers first-class opportunities to capture the abundance of … More »

Arkaba’s impressive scenery and remote location offers photographers first-class opportunities to capture the abundance of wildlife and natural beauty of the Ikara - Flinders Ranges. More »

Visit late winter and into spring to witness vibrant wildflower blooms that contrast with the pindan earth, rugged canyons and … More »

Visit late winter and into spring to witness vibrant wildflower blooms that contrast with the … More »

Visit late winter and into spring to witness vibrant wildflower blooms that contrast with the pindan earth, rugged canyons and the turquoise sea. More »

Wildlife Tour at The Australian Walkabout Wildlife Park, a once in a lifetime experience and a must for international guests. More »

Wildlife Tour at The Australian Walkabout Wildlife Park, a once in a lifetime experience and … More »

Wildlife Tour at The Australian Walkabout Wildlife Park, a once in a lifetime experience and a must for international guests. More »

An El Questro ranger will take your family on a private cruise of this 3 km fresh waterhole in the … More »

An El Questro ranger will take your family on a private cruise of this 3 … More »

An El Questro ranger will take your family on a private cruise of this 3 km fresh waterhole in the Homestead’s private “dinghy”. More »

Achingly beautiful surrounds, incredible wildlife and birdlife, and a cuppa never tasted so good.  More »

Achingly beautiful surrounds, incredible wildlife and birdlife, and a cuppa never tasted so good.  More »

Achingly beautiful surrounds, incredible wildlife and birdlife, and a cuppa never tasted so good.  More »

With over 126 species of birds being recorded at the Northern Outback Queensland property, grab your binoculars and choose between … More »

With over 126 species of birds being recorded at the Northern Outback Queensland property, grab … More »

With over 126 species of birds being recorded at the Northern Outback Queensland property, grab your binoculars and choose between the guided tours that include a spot of birdwatching or the self-guided walks to discover … More »

Enjoy an intimate birdwatching and photography tour operated by renowned naturalist, Doug Herrington. More »

Enjoy an intimate birdwatching and photography tour operated by renowned naturalist, Doug Herrington. More »

Enjoy an intimate birdwatching and photography tour operated by renowned naturalist, Doug Herrington. More »

Observe an array of wildlife including 36 different bird species, Western Grey Kangaroos, Red Kangaroos, Common Wallaroos, Echidnas, Sand Goannas, … More »

Observe an array of wildlife including 36 different bird species, Western Grey Kangaroos, Red Kangaroos, … More »

Observe an array of wildlife including 36 different bird species, Western Grey Kangaroos, Red Kangaroos, Common Wallaroos, Echidnas, Sand Goannas, Bearded Dragons, Shingleback Skinks and the Tawny Dragon endemic to Australia.  More »

For serious birders staying at Bamurru Plains, bespoke excursions can be arranged, providing private tours with ornithologists who specialise in … More »

For serious birders staying at Bamurru Plains, bespoke excursions can be arranged, providing private tours … More »

For serious birders staying at Bamurru Plains, bespoke excursions can be arranged, providing private tours with ornithologists who specialise in this Top End region of Australia.  More »

Learn of Indigenous uses for the various plants and animals or how to track different wildlife through the paperbark forest … More »

Learn of Indigenous uses for the various plants and animals or how to track different … More »

Learn of Indigenous uses for the various plants and animals or how to track different wildlife through the paperbark forest and savannah environments on a guided walking safari through the Top End. More »

The team at qualia can drop you off by boat to enjoy a gourmet picnic, then do a little swimming … More »

The team at qualia can drop you off by boat to enjoy a gourmet picnic, … More »

The team at qualia can drop you off by boat to enjoy a gourmet picnic, then do a little swimming and bask in the Whitsundays sunshine. More »

Take a stroll around the Daylesford Lake or head into the forest along some of the picturesque hiking trails and … More »

Take a stroll around the Daylesford Lake or head into the forest along some of … More »

Take a stroll around the Daylesford Lake or head into the forest along some of the picturesque hiking trails and spot Australian wildlife along the way. More »

Explore volcanic rock walls, millions of years old, along with platypus habitat and bat caves. More »

Explore volcanic rock walls, millions of years old, along with platypus habitat and bat caves. More »

Explore volcanic rock walls, millions of years old, along with platypus habitat and bat caves. More »

Spend a tranquil afternoon down on the banks of the Hodgkinson River at Ah Bowers (Mulligan’s Waterhole) and soak up … More »

Spend a tranquil afternoon down on the banks of the Hodgkinson River at Ah Bowers … More »

Spend a tranquil afternoon down on the banks of the Hodgkinson River at Ah Bowers (Mulligan’s Waterhole) and soak up the serenity of the outback on this sunset tour. More »

This challenging trail provides an opportunity to discover the unique flora and fauna of the upland and lowland rainforests. More »

This challenging trail provides an opportunity to discover the unique flora and fauna of the … More »

This challenging trail provides an opportunity to discover the unique flora and fauna of the upland and lowland rainforests. More »

A prime position to observe birdlife and other wildlife undisturbed in their natural habitat. More »

A prime position to observe birdlife and other wildlife undisturbed in their natural habitat. More »

A prime position to observe birdlife and other wildlife undisturbed in their natural habitat. More »

Photographers are spoilt for choice at Mt Mulligan Lodge with iconic sunrises that light up the escarpment and an abundance … More »

Photographers are spoilt for choice at Mt Mulligan Lodge with iconic sunrises that light up … More »

Photographers are spoilt for choice at Mt Mulligan Lodge with iconic sunrises that light up the escarpment and an abundance of wildlife. More »

Discover the best day hikes in Port Davey and Bathurst Harbour on a special walking-focussed 5-day expedition cruise with On … More »

Discover the best day hikes in Port Davey and Bathurst Harbour on a special walking-focussed … More »

Discover the best day hikes in Port Davey and Bathurst Harbour on a special walking-focussed 5-day expedition cruise with On Board. More »

Decipher the tracks of wallabies, quolls, wombats and Tasmanian devils. Scan sea and sky for dolphins, seals and native birdlife. More »

Decipher the tracks of wallabies, quolls, wombats and Tasmanian devils. Scan sea and sky for … More »

Decipher the tracks of wallabies, quolls, wombats and Tasmanian devils. Scan sea and sky for dolphins, seals and native birdlife. More »

No matter what your hiking skills level, El Questro has a track or trail waiting for you. More »

No matter what your hiking skills level, El Questro has a track or trail waiting … More »

No matter what your hiking skills level, El Questro has a track or trail waiting for you. More »

The island’s teaming colonies of seabirds can be viewed at different times of year, including red-tailed tropic birds, shearwaters (mutton … More »

The island’s teaming colonies of seabirds can be viewed at different times of year, including … More »

The island’s teaming colonies of seabirds can be viewed at different times of year, including red-tailed tropic birds, shearwaters (mutton birds), sooty turns and masked boobies. More »

The Kimberley is a superb destination for bird watching year round, although the drier months are when birdlife is more … More »

The Kimberley is a superb destination for bird watching year round, although the drier months … More »

The Kimberley is a superb destination for bird watching year round, although the drier months are when birdlife is more noticeable around billabongs and other watering points.  More »

An area where over 150 bird species have been observed, providing habitat for a diversity of woodland, grassland and freshwater … More »

An area where over 150 bird species have been observed, providing habitat for a diversity … More »

An area where over 150 bird species have been observed, providing habitat for a diversity of woodland, grassland and freshwater species. More »

Regular sightings of the resident pair of dancing Brolgas, colourful Rainbow Bee-Eaters, the endangered Gouldian Finch or Sea Eagles feeding … More »

Regular sightings of the resident pair of dancing Brolgas, colourful Rainbow Bee-Eaters, the endangered Gouldian … More »

Regular sightings of the resident pair of dancing Brolgas, colourful Rainbow Bee-Eaters, the endangered Gouldian Finch or Sea Eagles feeding their young. More »

Experience the sights, sounds and smells of the Australian bush, with iconic kangaroos in their natural habitat. More »

Experience the sights, sounds and smells of the Australian bush, with iconic kangaroos in their … More »

Experience the sights, sounds and smells of the Australian bush, with iconic kangaroos in their natural habitat. More »

Circumnavigate the Cockburn Range while taking in the highlights of El Questro’s northern boundaries. More »

Circumnavigate the Cockburn Range while taking in the highlights of El Questro’s northern boundaries. More »

Circumnavigate the Cockburn Range while taking in the highlights of El Questro’s northern boundaries. More »

The world’s largest sea stack is home to extraordinary birdlife and the waters surrounding Balls Pyramid are teeming with marine … More »

The world’s largest sea stack is home to extraordinary birdlife and the waters surrounding Balls … More »

The world’s largest sea stack is home to extraordinary birdlife and the waters surrounding Balls Pyramid are teeming with marine life. More »

Inhale the serenity of the breathtaking views over Main Range National Park, from one or more of the lookouts and … More »

Inhale the serenity of the breathtaking views over Main Range National Park, from one or … More »

Inhale the serenity of the breathtaking views over Main Range National Park, from one or more of the lookouts and marvel at the silence broken only by the call of the bellbird. More »

78 species of bird have been recorded in Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park, including several rare species such as the Scarlet-chested … More »

78 species of bird have been recorded in Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park, including several rare … More »

78 species of bird have been recorded in Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park, including several rare species such as the Scarlet-chested parrot, the Striated grasswren and the Grey honeyeater. More »

Join other qualia guests for a relaxing sunset cruise around the sheltered waters off Hamilton Island whilst enjoying a selection of … More »

Join other qualia guests for a relaxing sunset cruise around the sheltered waters off Hamilton Island … More »

Join other qualia guests for a relaxing sunset cruise around the sheltered waters off Hamilton Island whilst enjoying a selection of mouth-watering canapes and beverages.  More »

This easy guided walk affords a bird’s eye view of thundering waves crashing along the coastline learning about local flora, … More »

This easy guided walk affords a bird’s eye view of thundering waves crashing along the … More »

This easy guided walk affords a bird’s eye view of thundering waves crashing along the coastline learning about local flora, fauna and coastline ecosystems. More »

Resident Naturalists share their knowledge and passion of local flora and fauna with guided walks across the island and at … More »

Resident Naturalists share their knowledge and passion of local flora and fauna with guided walks … More »

Resident Naturalists share their knowledge and passion of local flora and fauna with guided walks across the island and at pre-dinner video and talk presentations.  More »

Push out a kayak from the riverbank in front of the lodge and meander along, exploring the lush rainforest and … More »

Push out a kayak from the riverbank in front of the lodge and meander along, … More »

Push out a kayak from the riverbank in front of the lodge and meander along, exploring the lush rainforest and the river life enveloped by the green canopy. More »

This wine and nature lover's tour starts with a leisurely canoe tour down a stunning section of the tranquil Margaret … More »

This wine and nature lover's tour starts with a leisurely canoe tour down a stunning … More »

This wine and nature lover's tour starts with a leisurely canoe tour down a stunning section of the tranquil Margaret River. More »

Rated as one of Australia’s best day walks, the Mount Gower hike is a challenging eight hour return trek, complete … More »

Rated as one of Australia’s best day walks, the Mount Gower hike is a challenging … More »

Rated as one of Australia’s best day walks, the Mount Gower hike is a challenging eight hour return trek, complete with rope-assisted climbs and dizzying drops. More »

Each June, Richard I’Anson, author of Lonely Planet’s guide to Travel Photography, leads guests on a five-day photographic experience. More »

Each June, Richard I’Anson, author of Lonely Planet’s guide to Travel Photography, leads guests on … More »

Each June, Richard I’Anson, author of Lonely Planet’s guide to Travel Photography, leads guests on a five-day photographic experience. More »

Between March-September, The Kimberley Ultimate is True North Adventure Cruises’ flagship adventure. More »

Between March-September, The Kimberley Ultimate is True North Adventure Cruises’ flagship adventure. More »

Between March-September, The Kimberley Ultimate is True North Adventure Cruises’ flagship adventure. More »

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