From Yerevan: Armenia 3-Day Bird Watching & Hiking Adventure

Join a 3-day eco-tour exploring Armenia’s diverse landscapes, from mountain peaks to marshlands, spotting rare birds and wildlife while hiking through breathtaking nature reserves.
Embark on a three-day journey through Armenia’s breathtaking landscapes, where nature, wildlife, and culture come together in an unforgettable experience. This immersive birdwatching and hiking adventure will take you from rugged mountain peaks to lush wetlands, offering a rare glimpse into the country’s rich biodiversity. With expert guides leading the way, you'll explore Armenia’s hidden natural gems while supporting conservation efforts and local communities.

Your adventure begins with an early morning departure from Yerevan, heading toward the mountains of Vayots Dzor. Along the way, you'll stop for lunch before continuing toward Gndasar, where the breathtaking Qarkatar mountain range awaits. At an altitude of 2500 meters, this is the perfect place to spot the elusive Caspian Snowcock, along with golden eagles soaring overhead and crimson-winged finches flitting through the rocky terrain.

As the sun begins to set, you’ll settle into the Caucasus Wildlife Refuge (CWR) Eco-Lodge for a peaceful overnight stay, surrounded by the untouched beauty of Armenia’s wilderness. Target species for day one: Caspian Snowcock, Tawny Pipit, Crimson-winged Finch, Red-fronted Serin, Alpine Accentor, Rock Bunting, Golden Eagle, Long-legged Buzzard, European Roller.

The next day, the adventure continues with a full-day exploration of the Caucasus Wildlife Refuge. Whether on foot or horseback, you'll traverse the rugged landscapes in search of rare species like the Bezoar goat and various vulture species gliding through the skies. A picnic lunch in the heart of the reserve offers a chance to take in the serene surroundings before heading to the dry gorges of Vedi and the Oorts Mountain Range, where wheatears, warblers, and falcons thrive.

As the day winds down, you’ll return to the lodge for another restful night, recharging for the final leg of your journey. Target species for day two: Syrian Brown Bear, Bezoar Goat, Black, Griffon, Egyptian, and Bearded Vultures, Armenian Viper, Chukar, Lesser Grey and Woodchat Shrikes, Eastern Orphean Warbler, Black-headed Bunting, Bimaculated Lark, Grey-necked and Corn Buntings, Long-legged Buzzard, Lanner Falcon.

On the last morning, you’ll visit the Armash Marshes, one of Armenia’s most renowned wetland birdwatching sites.A picnic lunch by the marsh provides a moment of reflection before heading toward the cultural wonders of Geghard Monastery and the dramatic basalt formations of Garni Gorge. As the late afternoon sun bathes the landscape in golden light, you’ll make your way back to Yerevan, concluding an incredible journey through Armenia’s diverse and stunning natural world.

Target species for day three: Isabelline, Black-eared, and Finsch’s Wheatears, Persian Wheatears, Upcher’s and Eastern Orphean Warblers, Rufous-tailed Bush Robin, Blue Rock Thrush, European Roller, Eastern Rock Nuthatch, Trumpeter Finch, Desert Finch, Pale Rock Sparrow, Rosy Starling.

为了保证可用性，请尽早预订。特别是在公共假期或周末等旺季期间计划旅行时，提前预订是值得考虑的。

此游览您可以在旅行开始前24小时内免费取消。如果您在24小时后取消或未出现在游览中，您仍将被收取活动的全额费用。迟到接送或出发将被视为未出现。