Private Georgia Birding Day with Patrick Maurice
Plan a private 8–10-hour birding day with Patrick Maurice, matching Georgia’s season and habitats to your targets, experience and preferred pace.
About this tour
Georgia changes character from the southern Appalachians and Piedmont woodlands to longleaf pine country, blackwater wetlands and Atlantic saltmarsh. This private full day is planned after inquiry, so Patrick Maurice can choose a practical region and route for the season, recent bird activity and the species or photography opportunities that matter most to you.
Patrick grew up birding in Georgia and holds a Wildlife Science degree from the University of Georgia. In the field, he combines local knowledge with clear help on identification, calls, behaviour and habitat. The pace can be adjusted for a newer birder, an experienced visitor working through a target list, or a photographer who would rather spend longer at fewer locations.
A northern or Piedmont day may concentrate on forest birds and seasonal warblers; central and southern routes can explore pine specialists and wetland habitats; coastal plans shift toward saltmarsh, shorebirds and seabirds. Those are planning directions rather than a fixed circuit. The final meeting point, driving distances and mix of walking and vehicle-based birding are agreed for the selected route.
The published USD 400 base rate covers one or two participants for a full birding day of about eight to ten hours. Private guiding, a customized itinerary and eBird checklists for visited locations are included. Meals, lodging, participant transport, entrance or permit costs, guide travel outside the local area and optional guide-provided transportation are separate unless specifically confirmed. Additional participants also change the price, so the complete total is reconfirmed after inquiry.
Guides
Itinerary ▼
Meet at the agreed location for an eight-to-ten-hour birding day. Patrick chooses the sequence of sites around season, recent activity, target species and travel time, then adjusts the balance of walking, roadside stops and photography as the day develops. Observed birds are recorded in eBird checklists for the locations visited.
Locations & map
- Georgia custom birding route - Georgia United States (Georgia has a four-season climate; route and field conditions vary strongly by region and season.)
Availability & pricing
Availability: Available on request · Season: Year-round; the strongest region and targets vary by season. Spring and autumn are especially productive for migration.
Included
- Private expert bird guiding - Base rate covers one or two participants.
- Customized route planning - Route is planned around targets, season and preferred pace.
- eBird checklists - Checklists are shared for locations visited.
Not included
- Meals and lodging - Not included.
- Participant transport and site fees - Any guide transportation or travel fee is confirmed before booking.
Transport & stays
- Client vehicle or pre-arranged guide transportatio Clients are encouraged to arrange their own transportation; guide transportation may be available for an additional confirmed fee. | Meet: Agreed location in the selected region. | Pickup: Confirmed after inquiry.
Policies & FAQ
Can the day focus on target birds or photography?
Yes. Share your target list, photography goals, preferred walking level and available dates when inquiring.
Can Patrick guide outside Athens or Atlanta?
Yes. Guiding is available throughout Georgia; the route and any travel fee are confirmed before booking.