Services
Make the most of your
California Birding trip!
Our expert guides design personalized birding adventures for all interests and skill levels. Take a look at our range of services and our policies below. We’re excited to help you discover the incredible birdlife of California!
Birding
Perfect for experiencing California's unique avifauna, growing your life list, or targeting rare and/or local specialty birds.
$400/ full day (8-10 hrs)
$300/ half day (5-7 hrs)
$200/ quarter day (2-4 hrs)
Base rates include 1-2 participants.
Bird Photography
Ideal for photographers wanting to get the best possible shots of birds. Special focus on locations, timing, and strategy for bird photography.
$450/ full day (8-10 hrs)
$350/ half day (5-7 hrs)
$250/ quarter day (2-4 hrs)
Base rates include 1-2 participants.
Owling
The only way to get up close and personal with several of California's specialty owl and nightjar species - night birding under the stars.
$250/ night (2-3 hrs).
Base rate includes 1-2 participants.
Private Tour
The all-inclusive California birding experience. Custom itineraries planned around your birding goals - we handle transportation, lodging, and meals.
Custom Pricing
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What's included?
This is what you’re getting when you book us as your guide:
- CUSTOM CONSULTATION - We communicate with you extensively prior to our date(s) and we work together to create a custom birding experience designed to meet your specific goals. We talk about the type of birding you want to do (e.g. target birding vs. casual, photography, etc.), what birds are possible and our chances of seeing them, locations and strategies for maximizing our sightings, physical constraints we may need to factor in, and logistics (lodging, meeting, traveling, etc.).
- PROFESSIONAL GUIDE - Our full range of services while on tour, including guiding you to our destinations, getting you on the birds, and instruction on identification and photography.
- EBIRD CHECKLISTS - We keep track of all birds observed during our time together per location and will share checklists via eBird or email at the end of the day or shortly thereafter.
- OPTICS - We always carry a spotting scope with us and we have an extra pair of binoculars available for use upon request.
any other fees?
There are a few scenarios to consider that can involve additional fees:
- MEETING FEE - Our flat fee is based on average travel time to and from the meeting location and ranges from $15 to $60 for most locations. The meeting fee does not apply if your guide is already in the area!
- ADDING PEOPLE - Our base rates include 1-2 participants though extra people are welcome for an additional $50/person per day.
- TRANSPORTATION - Transportation is available upon request. Our flat fee is based on average distances traveled during quarter-, half-, and full days and ranges from $50 to $150 per day.
- ADDING TIME - Extending the day is possible and is an additional $50 per hour beyond our standard ranges.
What are our Policies?
We strive to be adaptable but there are some simple guidelines we follow:
- RESERVATIONS: We will hold your requested date(s) for up to 2 weeks without a deposit. We understand that making plans can take time!
- DEPOSITS: A deposit of 50% is required to book your date(s). The remainder of the balance is due 1 month prior to the start of your tour.
- PAYMENT: We happily accept credit cards, checks, transfers from Zelle, Venmo, or PayPal, and cash.
- CANCELLATION: If cancellation is at least 1 month prior to your date(s) your deposit is 50% refundable. Within a month of your date(s) your deposit is non-refundable. Balances that have been paid on deposits are fully refundable. If you must cancel 100% of your total payment (deposit & balance) is transferable to future bookings!