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We had a great day discovering birdlife in Dorset. Our guide was very friendly and immensely knowledgeable and able to easily accommodate the different levels of experience/knowledge within our group. We are delighted to have discovered Naturetrek. We are both wildlife lovers and can see many trips we’d love to do in the future.
A.T. Hampshire, May 21
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The Best of Dorset (Day Trip)
Tour Code: GBR144Join Byron Palacios for a day visiting his favourite places to watch wildlife in the heart of Hardy’s country.
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Dorset is a county rich in biological diversity and natural habitats. Join Naturetrek tour leader, Byron Palacios, for a day visiting his favourite places to watch wildlife in the heart of Hardy’s country. Across the day we shall enjoy a wonderful mix of habitats including woodland, lowland heath, picturesque meadows and fields, reedbeds, lakes and marshes. We will start with exploring the woods and heathland of Affpuddle Forest where Firecrest, Dartford Warbler, Bullfinch, Crossbill, Siskin, Yellowhammer, Stonechats and many others can be found. A 15-minute drive will take us to explore the coastal marshes and wetlands of Lodmoor and Radipole Lake where a great variety of birds including Marsh Harrier, Bearded Tit, Reed Bunting and a range of waders and wildfowl can be found, alongside wonderful views of the Jurassic Coast. The walking will be at a slow birdwatcher's pace on largely flat ground and we expect to cover around 8-9 miles in total during the day. Short drives will be taken between the sites.
- A great range of habitats covered. From heaths and woodland to wetlands and reedbeds
- Dartford Warbler and Crossbill possible
- Marsh Harrier and Bearded Tits
- Wonderful views of the Jurassic Coast
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