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09.07.2019
Birdwatching in Armenia: The most unique and “vocal” experience for a traveler

“Do you like being outdoors, walking your dog, having a day off for a barbecue with friends in nature? Now, imagine that without the sounds of birds, in eerie silence. Nature would be different, you would notice. Birds are simply the most beautiful creatures in the world”. This is how Arjan Dwarshuis put it, the man who smashed the world record in 2016, observing 6,856 species of birds, which is around 65% of the global bird population.

What’s that ?

If you share a similar passion, the journey may take you to Armenia. Though the word “birdwatching” speaks for itself, you may still be wondering what exactly it is. Typically, Bird Watching tour in Armenia would include trips to multiple virgin areas where one can observe rare types of birds as well as get familiar with the Armenian cultural heritage. When planning a birding tour to  Armenia  all you need would be a pair of sneakers and probably binoculars.

Why Armenia ?

There are diverse Wildlife Holidays in Armenia, as well as exciting cultural festivals and celebrations. Unquestionably, birdwatching is one of the most unique activities travelers can experience since there are various birding tours in Armenia , organized on a regular basis.Unspoiled and somehow uncultivated, the country has always been a geographical  bridge between Europe and Asia which makes it one of the greatest birding travel spots. The scenic landscapes of the country are covered with rocks and mountains, deep canyons, lakes and rivers. Such birding habitats as semi-desert, steppe, deciduous forest, meadow lands, and alpine grassland areas can be found here.

What birds are there in Armenia?

Despite the small size, Armenia is  abundant with flora and fauna.   The avifauna of the country includes a total of 359 non- passerine and passerine species. The most popular and common birds are eagles, vultures, storks,as well as passerine larks, swallows and martins.

Pick a date!

What are you waiting for ? Pack your things, travel to Armenia and do not miss  the best bird watching Tours in Armenia in 2019.