Azerbaijan's Autumn Migration

Summary

Azerbaijan is a must-go destination for the keen birder with plenty of exciting, range-restricted, Western Palearctic species. Furthermore, a 90km coastal strip between the Caucasus Mountains and the Caspian Sea, known internationally as the Besh Barmag bottleneck, offers one of Eurasia’s finest migration spots, where tens of thousands of birds (of often over 60 different species) pass through in a single day. Indeed, last year's totals for mid-October ranged from 21,625 – 80,534 individual birds per day!

Nestled between eastern Europe and western Asia, Azerbaijan's diverse array of ecosystems supports a superb suite of wildlife. From soaring mountain ranges to lush forests, and from arid deserts to pristine coastal areas, Azerbaijan's national parks provide a haven for both native and migratory species. On this holiday we'll join an expert local ornithologist on a tour full of abundant natural history and breathtaking scenery.