Philippines

Wedged between China, Japan, Malaysia, and Indonesia, the 7,000-plus islands of the Philippines have experienced successive invasions from different biogeographic zones. These have fueled a spectacular evolutionary history; of the almost 600-bird species, an extraordinary 170 or more are endemic, and, with names such as Guaiabero, Scale-feathered Malkoha, Whiskered Pitta, Blue Fantail, and Coleto, Philippine birds are without doubt among the most fascinating in the world.

Our tour provides an opportunity to explore the most important birding areas of this vast archipelago. We’ll visit the islands of Luzon, Bohol, and Mindoro, searching lowland and montane habitats for each island’s special birds. We’ll also explore the island of Palawan with its stunning beach scenery, treasure trove of endemic birds, and an avifauna that has more in common with Borneo than with the rest of the Philippines.