West Papua - A Birds-of-paradise Special

Tour Code: IDN04

An exciting 19-day adventure to the lush forests of West Papua in search of its incredible birdlife within the Arfak Mountains, Nimbokrang and Waigeo, with the possibility of up to 17 species of birds-of-paradise.

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£8,795 (Inc flights)
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Summary

Summary

A region high on most birders' wish lists is a trip to the remote and lush rainforests of West Papua. This new 19-day itinerary goes in search of this region’s incredible birds-of-paradise, visiting three key areas where these special birds reside, namely Nimbokrang, the Arfak Mountains and Waigeo. Of the 17 species we hope to encounter throughout this incredible journey, we will make special efforts for Wilson’s Bird-of-paradise, Western Parotia and Long-tailed Paradigalla. Throughout this holiday we will encounter many other incredible birds, with the likes of Masked Bowerbird, Western Crowned Pigeon and Lesser Melampitta, to name only a few. The birding, however, can be hard work, with periods of eerie quietness in the forests, but breaking through these silent times, the rewards will eventually be worth our efforts as we seek to set our eyes upon some of the most spectacular birds on the planet.

  • Twelve-wired, Lesser and King Birds-of-paradise at Nimbokrang
  • Western Parotia, Black Sicklebill and Arfak Astrapia in the Arfak Mountains
  • Wilson's and Red Birds-of-paradise on Waigeo, where one can also go snorkelling
  • Other endemic birds include Western Crowned Pigeon, Feline Owlet Nightjar and Masked Bowerbird
  • Superbly led by Sujan Chatterjee, well known to our groups from his expert leadership in India
  • All international and internal flights included in the overall tour cost
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Dates & Prices

Dates & Prices

2024

Departures Availability Cost
Fri 2nd Aug – Tue 20th Aug 1 £8,995
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Flights:
Most Naturetrek tours include flight costs ex-UK. If flights are not included, we indicate that here.
Flights are included in the tour cost
Regional Departures:
On certain tours it is possible to depart from a regional airport (rather than London). If a regional departure is possible, we indicate that here.
Regional Departures are available. Call 01962733051
Land only cost:
The "Land Only" cost is the tour price you will pay if you choose to arrange your own flights/transport.
£8,195
Room sharing options:
If a customer on this departure has already expressed an interest in sharing a room it will be flagged here. We will identify if there are sharing options for male, female or both.
Female sharing available
Single Room Supplement:
Single Room Supplement.
£395
Tour Leader:
Please note that, whilst we assign leaders to particular tours well in advance, we reserve the right to make changes if necessary
Sujan Chatterjee
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Tour Leader: Sujan Chatterjee

Sujan has been watching birds and other wildlife for the last 35 years, during which his passion has taken him all over India, Bhutan, South Africa, Indonesia (Papua) and Myanmar, Peru, Colombia, Costa Rica, Brazil and, Mexico. He has seen over 1100 of the Indian subcontinent's bird species, and over 3000 worldwide!

Sujan is involved with various biological surveys and projects. His work promoting birds in north-east India has led him to take up a stewardship role for Bengalbird (a leading forum on birds around Kolkata), and Prakriti Samsad (a leading bird non-governmental organisation). He is the Founder of the Birdwatcher’s Society based in West Bengal and is a reviewer for eBird in India.

Sujan has been leading for Naturetrek for over 10 years. His experience, exceptional fluency with English, infection enthusiasm for wildlife and friendly disposition make him one of India’s leading naturalist guides.

2025

Departures Availability Cost
Sat 2nd Aug – Wed 20th Aug 3 £8,795
Book Tour Show Details
Flights:
Most Naturetrek tours include flight costs ex-UK. If flights are not included, we indicate that here.
Flights are included in the tour cost
Regional Departures:
On certain tours it is possible to depart from a regional airport (rather than London). If a regional departure is possible, we indicate that here.
Regional Departures are available. Call 01962733051
Land only cost:
The "Land Only" cost is the tour price you will pay if you choose to arrange your own flights/transport.
£7,995
Room sharing options:
If a customer on this departure has already expressed an interest in sharing a room it will be flagged here. We will identify if there are sharing options for male, female or both.
Male sharing available
Single Room Supplement:
Single Room Supplement.
£395
Tour Leader:
Please note that, whilst we assign leaders to particular tours well in advance, we reserve the right to make changes if necessary
Sujan Chatterjee
Sujan-Chatterjee.jpg

Tour Leader: Sujan Chatterjee

Sujan has been watching birds and other wildlife for the last 35 years, during which his passion has taken him all over India, Bhutan, South Africa, Indonesia (Papua) and Myanmar, Peru, Colombia, Costa Rica, Brazil and, Mexico. He has seen over 1100 of the Indian subcontinent's bird species, and over 3000 worldwide!

Sujan is involved with various biological surveys and projects. His work promoting birds in north-east India has led him to take up a stewardship role for Bengalbird (a leading forum on birds around Kolkata), and Prakriti Samsad (a leading bird non-governmental organisation). He is the Founder of the Birdwatcher’s Society based in West Bengal and is a reviewer for eBird in India.

Sujan has been leading for Naturetrek for over 10 years. His experience, exceptional fluency with English, infection enthusiasm for wildlife and friendly disposition make him one of India’s leading naturalist guides.

2026

Departures Availability Cost
Sun 2nd Aug – Thu 20th Aug 6 £8,795
Book Tour Show Details
Flights:
Most Naturetrek tours include flight costs ex-UK. If flights are not included, we indicate that here.
Flights are included in the tour cost
Regional Departures:
On certain tours it is possible to depart from a regional airport (rather than London). If a regional departure is possible, we indicate that here.
Regional Departures are available. Call 01962733051
Land only cost:
The "Land Only" cost is the tour price you will pay if you choose to arrange your own flights/transport.
£7,995
Single Room Supplement:
Single Room Supplement.
£395

Prefer to Travel in a Private Group?

For any interested natural history club or society, we can arrange for a private departure of this tour.

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Why Naturetrek?

Why Naturetrek?

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