Tailor-Made Lesvos Birding Week
A proposed private birding week exploring Lesvos from Kalloni Gulf to the island’s central, western and southern habitats, with the final route tailored after inquiry.
About this tour
Discover the variety of Lesvos over a tailor-made birding week with local guide Eleni Galinou.
This proposed programme combines the Kalloni Gulf wetlands with central olive groves and maquis, western garrigue and oak woodland, and southern pine forests and coastal wetlands. It is designed to test interest in a multi-day option and will be adapted to the season, current sightings, target species, pace and photography priorities.
The exact number of guided days, daily duration, transport, accommodation and price are confirmed after inquiry. This is a proposed itinerary rather than a fixed-date package.
Birds you can spot
Emberiza cineracea
target
Motacilla citreola
target
Emberiza caesia
target
Otus scops
target
Clamator glandarius
target
Sitta krueperi
target
Lanius nubicus
target
Circaetus gallicus
target
Vanellus spinosus
target
Organizer
Itinerary ▼
Meet the guide, discuss priorities and plan the week around current conditions and target species.
Explore salt pans, coastal wetlands, mixed cultivation and pasture for waterbirds, raptors and migrants.
Bird olive groves, pasture and maquis, with the route adapted to seasonal targets.
Visit open rocky country, oak woodland, garrigue and small coastal wetlands for island specialities and migrants.
Explore pine forest, olive groves and coastal wetlands in the south of the island.
Return to the most productive area for remaining target species or dedicate the day to bird photography.
Use the final session for recent sightings, missed targets or a relaxed local route before departure.
Locations & map
- Kalloni Gulf - Lesvos Greece (Coastal wetlands, salt pans, mixed cultivation and pasture.)
- Central Lesvos - Lesvos Greece (Olive groves, pasture and maquis.)
- Western Lesvos - Lesvos Greece (Open rocky country, thin oak woodland, garrigue and small coastal wetlands.)
- Southern Lesvos - Lesvos Greece (Pine forest, olive groves and small coastal wetlands.)
Availability & pricing
Availability: Available on request · Season: Year-round by request; spring and autumn are especially productive. April 5 to May 15 is the busiest period. Guiding is
Price: Price on request
Included
- Private bird guiding - Led by local guide Eleni Galinou.
- Use of 20–60x 80 mm spotting scope - Shared during the tour.
- Bird guide books - Available during the tour.
- Electronic list of birds seen - Sent after the tour.
Not included
- Transportation - Not included; alternative arrangements may be discussed after inquiry.
- Meals and drinks - Not included.
- Other personal services and expenses - Not included.
Transport & stays
- Guest vehicle / arranged locally Transportation is not included in the quoted guiding rate. | Meet: Skala Kallonis or nearby | Pickup: Alternative arrangements by request.
Policies & FAQ
Insurance & Safety
Can the route be tailored to target species or photography?
Yes. The route and pace can be adapted to seasonal conditions, target species, bird photography and the group’s interests.
Is playback used during the breeding season?
No. The guide does not use playback of bird songs or calls during the breeding season and prioritises minimum disturbance.
Is transport included?
No. Transportation is not included in the guiding rate; possible arrangements can be discussed after inquiry.