Tour Ref: BT 19

Birdwatching is one of the fastest growing leisure time activities in the world and Oman is the central corridor in the migratory pathway of thousands of exotic birds journeying between Asia and Africa.

The sandy shores and green lagoons of the coast are fine places to find an array of birds - from herons to storks and white flamingos, flotillas of finely marked ducks, unusual terns, sandpipers and so many others.

Be prepared for beautiful colours and spreading wings as we drift in from the sea close to the shore. Birdwatching is a peaceful, tranquil activity that encourages you to escape into flight and freedom. Expert guides will explain the different species and their habits.

To give you just a sample of the wonderful variety to be found in the capital area and close by: The Al Ansab Lagoons in Muscat attract: the Black-necked Greche; the Ferruginous Duck; many kinds of eagle including the Imperial; the Spotted Red Shank; and, the Egyptian Nightjar.

At Yitti, a picturesque village on the coast with glorious white sand beaches, we find the Great Black-headed Gull, terns, herons and waders. And among the great variety of birds to be found at Ras al Sawadi are falcons, warblers, waders and the Yellow Throated Sparrow.

This information on birds to be found locally is taken from Birdwatching Guide to Oman courtesy of Hanna & Jens Eriksen and Panadda & Dave E. Singer.