Winter Birding in South Texas

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      Reefs to Rockies
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      49 reviews
      Feb 8 - 13, 2023
      Group size: 6 - 9
      Winter Birding in South Texas
      Texas

      Reefs to Rockies
      • Email address verified
      49 reviews

      Feb 8 - 13, 2023
      Group size: 6 - 9

      About this trip

      South Texas is where the Lone Star State’s birding is at its best. The Coastal Bend is home to overwintering Whooping Cranes, one of the world’s rarest birds, as well as waterfowl, waders, terns and more. The Lower Rio Grande Valley’s subtropical habitats provide for year-round specialties extending their range beyond Mexico, as well as wintering habitat for neotropical migrants rarely found north of here in winter and the southernmost habitat for larger migrants like Snow and Greater White-fronted geese.


      Spend some time getting to know diverse landscapes from Rockport to the Rio Grande and from Santa Ana to South Padre Island.  Each day will be filled at a variety of birding hotspots in search of Whooping Cranes, Green Jays, Altamira Orioles, Plain Chachalacas, parrots, raptors, and more. With more than 500 species recorded in the region, both expert and novice birders will find an array of avian delights.


      Escape Colorado’s winter weather and join Reefs to Rockies’ Lead Naturalist Guide, Chip Clouse for an unforgettable winter birding adventure in South Texas.

      What’s included

      • Accommodations
        Based on two people sharing a double occupancy, standard room.
      • Private Transportation
        Full-size van
      • Driver/guide
        Chip Clouse from Reefs to Rockies.
      • Daily birding
        With spotting scope available
      • Meals as listed
        5 breakfasts, 6 lunches and 3 dinners
      • Entrance fees

      What’s not included

      • Flights
      • Room upgrades
      • Travel insurance
      • 3 dinners
      • Alcohol
      • Optional activities
      • Gratuities
        For driver/guide and housekeeping at hotels
      • Personal items

      Available Packages

      Trip Price
      $2,095
      Deposit: $750

      Available options

      Itinerary

      Day 1 - Wed, Feb 8
      Arrival to Corpus Christi and drive to Rockport

      Afternoon arrival to Corpus Christi International Airport (CRP). Chip Clouse, our guide, will meet the group at the airport upon arrival. Afternoon birding en route to Rockport to include Indian Point.

      Accommodations: Hampton Inn and Suites Rockport-Fulton

      Meals: Lunch and Welcome Dinner

      Please plan to arrive to CRP Airport by 1:30 pm.

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      Reviews

      This was an extremely well run trip with fantastic wildlife viewing and very comfortable accommodations. Sheridan kept everything running smoothly, and her choice of the local Maasai guides for the large part of the trip, Ping and Peter, was outstanding. I particularly liked the more rustic lodge, Enaidura, that Ping and his partners owned. Having a small group of eight was great, and bird identification by Sheridan and the guides was amazing. The highlight of the trip for me was seeing the big cats( lion, cheetah and leopard), but the extension to Uganda was also an experience of a lifetime. Getting to observe two different mountain gorilla families was such a thrill. I look forward to traveling again with Reefs to Rockies in the future.
      By Lucy H for Kenya Big Cat Safari w/ Optional Uganda Mountain Gorilla Extension​ on Mar 17, 2024
      I have booked personal trips before with Sheridan and reefs to Rockies and they have been amazing. This was my first time doing a small group trip. My trip with Sheridan was amazing. From the well communicated schedule to the other people in the group to the quintessential Kenyan and Uganda vistas, everything about this trip was perfect. I saw so many animals, had so many experiences with our guides Ping and Peter, and had delicious food and drink. , If I could give this trip and my experience with Reefs to Rockies more stars I would.
      By Rebecca H for Kenya Big Cat Safari w/ Optional Uganda Mountain Gorilla Extension​ on Mar 13, 2024
      This was truly the trip of a lifetime. Sheridan and her team always deliver an excellent experience and this trip was no exception. All the camps we stayed at were wonderful and I loved that they employed so many local people. Sheridan put a real focus on ensuring we were supporting the communities we visited and giving back to those communities, which I truly appreciated. While you are often at the mercy of the Mother Nature when looking for wildlife, having such knowledgeable and professional guides who knew the area, knew the individual animals and their behaviors, and knew just where to look ensured that we got to see as many species as possible. I have used Reefs to Rockies now for custom trips where I self guided and group travel. In both situations Reefs to Rockies is a class act that you can count on to deliver a truly wonderful and well-thought out wildlife experience. Thanks Sheridan and team for making this a truly extraordinary trip!
      By Scott S for Kenya Big Cat Safari w/ Optional Uganda Mountain Gorilla Extension​ on Mar 12, 2024
      This was our second trip with Reefs to Rockies and it did not disappoint! In Search of Big Cats Safari was absolutely wonderful. Guides were outstanding, accommodations wonderful and food delicious. Sheridan and R2R does an excellent job of putting together top rate trips! We plan to have them arrange a few more for us.
      By Lorraine L for Kenya Big Cat Safari w/ Optional Uganda Mountain Gorilla Extension​ on Mar 12, 2024
      This was a wonderful trip. There wasn’t anything we had hoped to see that we missed. We enjoyed the group, the guides, and the accommodations. It was a pleasure having Sheridan along with the group. Her knowledge and commitment to assure that all the participants had an exceptional time helped make it a special experience. Thank you. We recommend Reef to Rockies to anyone looking to plan a special vacation.
      By Victor S for Kenya Big Cat Safari w/ Optional Uganda Mountain Gorilla Extension​ on Mar 12, 2024
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