South-East Sicily Private Birding Day with Andrea Corso
A private eight-hour birding day in the wetlands and coastal habitats around Siracusa, tailored to current conditions.
About this tour
Spend a private birding day with Andrea Corso in south-eastern Sicily, using his local knowledge to choose the most productive habitat for the date. The outing is designed for one to four guests and has an eight-hour published duration.
Possible areas include the Fiume Ciane and Siracusa salt pans, Vendicari, Pantano Longarini and Cuba, or coastal sites farther south. Lagoons, reedbeds, saltmarsh and headlands can produce waterbirds, raptors, gulls, seabirds and migrants, with the exact emphasis shaped around the guest’s interests.
The total guiding price is EUR 280 for one or two people and EUR 350 for three or four. Gasoline and other trip expenses are excluded. Andrea confirms the meeting point, start time, selected route and applicable expenses for the requested day.
Planning a wider trip? Read our birdwatching guide to Italy.
Birds you can spot
Tachymarptis melba
target
Ichthyaetus audouinii
target
Phoenicopterus roseus
target
Oenanthe isabellina
target
Falco biarmicus
target
Marmaronetta angustirostris
target
Anthus richardi
target
Alectoris graeca
target
Calonectris diomedea
target
Anthus campestris
target
Puffinus yelkouan
target
Guides
Itinerary
Day 1
Eight hours across the best current south-east Sicily sites
Locations & map
- RN Fiume Ciane e Saline di Siracusa - Sicily Italy (River, salt pans, coastal wetlands and Mediterranean vegetation.)
- RN Oasi Faunistica di Vendicari - Sicily Italy (Coastal lagoons, salt marsh, beaches and Mediterranean scrub.)
- Pantano Longarini - Sicily Italy (Fresh and brackish wetland within the south-eastern Sicilian swamp-lake system.)
3 stops. Select a marker for its name.
Availability & pricing
Availability: Available on request · Season: By request; the best route and timing are confirmed after inquiry
Included
- Private guidance by Andrea Corso - One booked party receives an eight-hour guided birding and natural-history day.
- Date-specific route planning - Andrea selects suitable south-eastern Sicily sites around current conditions and guest priorities.
Not included
- Gasoline - Fuel is explicitly outside the stated group guiding price.
- Other trip and personal expenses - Any additional route costs, meals, insurance and personal purchases are not included unless separately agreed.
Policies & FAQ
Payment Terms
How much does the private day cost?
The total is EUR 280 for a party of one or two, or EUR 350 for three or four people. Gasoline and other expenses are additional.
How long is the guided outing?
The published duration is eight hours, with the meeting time agreed for the selected date and route.
Can guests request particular birds?
Yes. Andrea can use a target list when choosing sites, but wild-bird sightings cannot be guaranteed.
Which reserves might be visited?
Options include Fiume Ciane and the Siracusa salt pans, Vendicari, Pantano Longarini, Cuba and other suitable coastal or migration locations.
What is settled after the inquiry?
Andrea’s availability, meeting point, start time, route, gasoline estimate and any other expected expenses are confirmed before the day is booked.
Send inquiry
Ask about this tour before booking. Your preferred date is optional and availability will be confirmed after your inquiry.