Most popular bird watching destinations can be found around the world. The data is based on the popular travel app, Visited. Visited is a where I have been, travel app. That lets users check off popular places they have been to on travel lists. There are over 175+ travel lists for travelers to choose from. The app also allows you to map your travels by country, state and city. You can select been, want, live or lived as options for the map. Customize your own map colors. Finally, you can see customized travel stats such as number of countries visited, most frequently traveled destination and more.
Here are the most popular Bird Watching Places based by actual travelers data:
- Hawaii, USA – Is the most popular bird watching place in the world, with some popular birds that are native to the area being the Hawaiin Goose (NeNe), Hawaiian Petrel and Hawaiian Honeycreeper. Some interesting places to see wildlife is the Kilauea Point National Wildlife Refuge and Koke’e State Park.
- Everglades National Park, USA – Talking about the shear volume of bird species. Everglades is home to over 360 different bird species including Wood Stork, Roseate Spoonbill, and different herons. The unique location allows birdwatching to be done by foot, kayaking or taking airboat.
- Yellowstone National Park, USA – The 3rd most visited birding places is found in Yellowstone National Park. With over 300 bird species to observe you may be able to spot a Bald Eagle, Peregrine Falcon and various songbirds. While hiking is incredible, you can also discover iconic geothermal wonders and divers ecosystem.
- Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve, Costa Rica – Is the 4th most visited Bird destination. It is known for its Resplendent Quetzal, Three wattled Bellbird and hummingbirds. For those that love adventures you can also go on canopy tour!
- Nile River, Egypt – What can be more exciting than flowing the the famous Nile River, visiting ancient temples and monuments and looking for birds. It is home to the African Fish Eagle, Nile Valley Sunbird and Herons.
- Kruger National Park, South Africa – It is the most visited bird watching destination in African Safari’s. It has over 500 bird species, including Lilac-breasted Roller, Martial Eagle and honrbills. For those that love wildlife, there is an opportunity to see the Big five, as well as other wildlife.
- Galapagos Islands, Ecuador – Is the most visited bird watching places in South America. With unique birds not found anywhere else including the Galapagos Penguin, Blue Footed Booby and Darwin’s finches. You can explore the unique volcanic islands and lots of snorkel opportunities for those that love the underwater world as much as bird-watching.
- Pamukkale, Turkey – Is home to Eurasian Hoopoe and is also a place that has migratory birds that can be found during various times of the year. You can also exclude the white travertine terraces and ancient ruines of Hierapolis to make your trip exciting.
- Patagonia, Argentina/Chile – Is home to dramatic landscapes including glaciers and unique wildlife in this remote region. Some famous bird species can be found here including the Andean Condor, Magellanic Woodpecker and waterflowl.
- Puffin Island, Icleand – As the name suggest it is home to many Atlantic puffins. It is located in an uninhabited island in Skjalfandi Bay, near Husavik in Northern Iceland.
11. Norfolk, England – Is the most visited European Bird watching destinations. It is known for Bittern and Marsh Harrier due to its Norfolk broads.
12. Chobe National Park, Botswana – Has over 450 species, one of the best way to visit is to take the Chobe River to observe not just birds but also wildlife. Some popular birds to see is: African jacana, Wire-tailed swallow, and African paradise flycatcher.
13. Ngorongoro Crater, Tanzania – is another popular birding destination found in Africa. It is home to Grey Crowned Crane, Kori Bustard and Vultures. It is also home to the largest inactive volcanic caldera.
14. Tucson, Arizona – Is Home to desert landscapes with the popular Saguaro National Park, being home to Gambel’s Quail, Greater Roadrunner and hummingbirds.
15. Tarifa, Spain – Is a stopover for migratory birds, including griffon vulture and raptors. enjoy Windsurfing, historic sites with the best place to view the migrating birds is at the southernmost point of mainland Europe.
16. South Georgia, Antarctica – Is breeding grounds for King Penguins, Albatrosses and petrels. Due to its remote destination, very few people actually visit, however, it is the 16th most visited bird watching location.
17. Sanibel Island, Florida – Is known for its Roseta Spoonbill, Black Skimmer and shorebirds. Exploring the beaches, while observing all the birds the island has to offer.
18. Great Rift Valley, Africa – Is host to Flamingo, Africa Fish Eagle, Honrbills. There is a very rich ecosystem and volcanic landscape ideal for bird watching.
19. Fame Island, UK – it is a popular UK destination specifically for seabirds including puffins, ducks, razorbills. It is a popular place for bird watching which is ideal between April and July.
20. Colca Canyon, Peru – is found in the mountains of Andes. It is home to Hawk, American Kestrel, Mountain Caracara, Giant Humminbird and Andean Flicker.
21. Falkland Islands – it is home to 59 breeding species, including 4 penguin species with the popular majestic King Penguin. Beyond birdwatching visitors can explore coastlines, sea lions and unique wildlife in this remote archipelago.
22. Point Reyes national Seashore, California – Most visited place for bird watching in California with over 450 species reported. It is the highest avian diversity of any US national park. One of the species that you can see here is the endangered snowy plover.
23. Isle of Mull, Scotland – It is home to white tailed eagles, golden eagles, and puffins. You can also visit historic sites like Duart Castle, wildlife cruises and enjoy scenic landscapes.
24. Pantanal Nature, Brazil – The most visited bird watching place in Brazil, Pantanal nature is home to over 580 species including exotic birds like Macaw, Jabiru stork, herons and kingfishers. You can also see amazing wildlife such as jaguars, capybaras and giant river otters.
25. Mindo, Ecuador – It has over 500 bird species. Including Andean Cock-Of-The-Rock, Toucans and hummingbirds. The cloud forest environment is great for exploring waterfalls, hiking and of course birdwatching.
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