FAR WEST KAZAKHSTAN -
Birding the limits of the Western Palearctic
Join us on an unforgettable birdwatching adventure to the far west of Kazakhstan, where Europe meets Asia along the banks of the Ural River. This remote and rarely visited corner of the Western Palearctic is a hidden gem for birders, offering a unique opportunity to encounter some of the region’s rarest and most range-restricted species including Demoiselle Crane, Caspian Plover, Long-tailed Shrike, Black and White-winged Larks, Sykes's Warbler, Black-headed Penduline-Tit and Red-headed Bunting.
Our expertly guided tour takes you out into the wilderness through a striking landscape of steppe, riverine forest, and wetlands in search of iconic birds that occur nowhere else on a regular basis in the entire Western Palearctic. Whether you're a seasoned birder chasing lifers or an adventurous naturalist drawn to off-the-beaten-track experiences, this tour promises both exceptional birding and immersive travel in a little-known corner of Eurasia.
Tuesday 9th June - Tuesday 16th June 2026
KEY SPECIES
it's a small but select list of species we will be targeting on this tour:
Dalmatian Pelican
Demoiselle Crane
White-headed Duck
Little Bustard
Black-bellied Sandgrouse
Black-winged Pratincole
Caspian Plover
Pallas's Gull
Long-tailed Shrike
Black Lark
White-winged Lark
Siberian Stonechat
Blyth's Reed Warbler
Sykes's Warbler
Paddyfield Warbler
Asian Desert Warbler
Black-headed Penduline-Tit
Red-headed Bunting
Leader: Nick Bray and local guides.
Ground Price 2026: £tba - Atyrau/Atyrau
Airfare: £300 - £450.00 (Approx) - Atyrau/Atyrau
Single Supplement 2026: £tba
Deposit: £500.00
Group size: Minimum of 4 and maximum 8.
Included in cost: Acommodation in twin rooms, mostly en-suite, all meals including field breakfasts & picnic lunches, bottled water, camping gear, all ground throughout, services of local ground crew, entrance fees to national parks, and services of leaders.
Not included: International airfare, insurance, soft & alcoholic drinks, tips, and items of a personal nature.
Accommodation: Rather basic with several nights of camping.
Tour Code: This is quite an adventurous birding tour with all day birding. We will be birding in a vast wilderness away from all usual amenities and as such you need to have a great sense of adventure!
