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• White throated Robin
• Krueper's Nuthatch
• Red Fronted Serin
• Finsch's Wheatear
• Olive-tree Warbler
• and more...

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Bird watching tour in Side and its surroundings and Akseki regions

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In Turkey, the country offers a remarkable diversity of bird species for birdwatching tours enthusiasts. From the vibrant and colorful bee-eater to the majestic imperial eagle, the birds of Turkey present a captivating array of avian life awaiting discovery. With its unique position bridging Europe and Asia, Turkey serves as a crucial migratory route for countless species, making it a prime destination for birdwatchers worldwide. Whether observing flocks of flamingos at Lake Tuz or marveling at the grace of soaring storks over the Cappadocian landscape, birdwatching tours in Turkey offer a truly immersive and rewarding experience for nature lovers and ornithologists alike.

Situated on the world's most important bird migration routes, Turkey is home to more species than all of the bird species in Europe. Depending on the target bird species, the best time for bird watching in the Antalya region is the migration period, which starts from the beginning of March, until the end of June, and the autumn return migration period, which starts at the end of August and lasts for 2 months.

Approximately 50 billion birds migrate every year. 5 billion of them are made between Europe and Asia.

For centuries, migratory birds have followed large water bodies along the narrowest point on land. Bird migration path determined by the shortest terrestrial connection passes through Turkey. Migratory birds who have to cross the sea prefer the narrowest spots such as the Bosphorus and the Dardanelles. While gliding over high mountains, they also use lower passages such as Arhavi and Borcka-Artvin and Belen-Hatay. In the spring migration, migrating birds who reach Hatay by following the African Rift valley extension continue to migrate towards the northeastern and northwestern directions, crossing the Bosphorus to northern Thrace and the Balkans, and the other migrating group reach the Caucasus and further north through Artvin. In the autumn migration, they return to Africa on the same route.

It is not possible to compare the variety of birds in Europe with Turkey. There are 570 bird species in Europe. In Turkey it has been identified 502 types of birds in the last half a century, according to documents. 436 of them are seen very frequently. When you look at the European continent, Portugal as an example: there are 180 varieties of birds. Nonetheless, there are just 334 bird species in Antalya.

Bird watching tour - Birds Turkey - Birds in Turkey - Bird watching near me - Bird watching areas: Whether you are a seasoned bird enthusiast or a novice looking to discover the wonders of avian life, Bird Watching Near Me offers a range of expert-led birdwatching tours tailored to suit all levels of experience. Our knowledgeable guides will lead you to prime birdwatching locations, providing insightful information on local species and habitats along the way. Join us for a memorable and educational birdwatching experience that will leave you with a newfound appreciation for the beauty and diversity of our feathered friends.

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Full day birdwatching tour from Side Turkey

The tour requires a minimum of 2 people. Alternatively, it is possible for one person to participate by paying the fee for two people.

At the night of the same day Fish owls can be watched by lantern lights from 21:00 (extra).

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Birdwatching tour from Side Turkey

The bird watching tour starts according to the Sunrise time. From the first lights of the day, it continues until sunset, depending on the bird watcher's target species. Observation points start at sea level and go up to 1800 meters.

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