Tropical Birding ToursReviews of tropicalbirding.com

We went on our first trip with Tropical Birding this past January. They did a terrific job from start to finish. Their administrative staff was attentive and addressed all of our concerns. Their field staff are not only expert birders but great companions.

I have experienced several tours with Tropical Birding in many countries with different guides. I have also endured other tours with other companies and guides; thus my opinion has some credibility. Tropical Birding tours are limited to small groups of usually like minded birders. They recognized the different interests in birders and photographers some time ago and changed their tours to meet the needs and desires of both groups. The tours are well planned with contingency plans always in hand for everything from bad weather, road closures, vehicle breakdowns, even dealing with nasty, spoiled, demanding clients. The guides are well trained to problem solve, deal with the above mentioned clients, balance a sense of humor with sensitivity and do their very best to be certain everyone sees the birds they want but also has an enjoyable adventure. The office staff and infrastructure of the organization provides excellent support and resources to accomplish their goals. I already have two more tours booked. I usually travel alone and am a women in my senior years and my husband does not worry about me on these trips even to Mongolia. He has been on a tour and has experienced first hand the excellent capabilities of all involved in their operation. Take a tour, you will love it and want o go somewhere new as soon as you return home!

Every tour (and I have take quite a few) with Tropical Birding has been pretty much perfect - small groups, great tour guides, the best available in transportation, sleeping and eating arrangements, thoughtful site selections, printed bird lists for keeping track of what you have seen, useful and interesting information given on areas visited... - everything you could want in a birding trip.

I booked a trip with Tropical Birding that encompassed both, a fixed date group departure as well as added days when I was travelling independently. I found Tropical Birding to be excellent to deal with: They responded very promptly to my email, gave me the benefit of their considerable expertise in wildlife travel in the area in question, made all the local bookings for me tailored to my individual requirements, and ensured that everything went through without a hitch. Their guide was excellent, and very keen to ensure that he knew what the clients wanted from the trip and did his best to ensure that this happened. He even gave me his private mobile number just in case there were any issues with the individual portion of my journey. I would happily recommend Tropical Birding to anybody looking at wildlife-related travel.

In February, 2018, we concluded a custom tour to Thailand, including an extension to the southern peninsula. We utilized two vehicles and two Tropical Birding guides, and during the peninsula extension we added a local Thai birder. The tour was well planned and executed. Both guides were excellent both in their knowledge of the country and the birds. Bird numbers were exceptional; over 500. As leaders, our concern is always our guests and for the most part, they were very happy with this tour. Our only disappointment was no trip report, which we were told we would have.

The leaders have always been straight forward about the nature of the trips, and which ones I would like based on my interests, and which ones I probably would not. I have relied on their suggestions and have not been disappointed. Going to India with them next year, and likely Mongolia.

I love TB. Interesting places and guides. No complaints. No one ever gets a 5🤔

Have taken two Tropical Birding trips (Ecuador and Costa Rica) and highly recommend them. Knowledgeable birding guide, Jose Illanes, works hard to hard to maximize good sightings. Saw lots and lots of birds, exceeding expectations. Well planned tours include multiple habitats, some off the beaten track stops with locals, comfortable accommodations. Informative and fun!