Oliva
Rama Holidays
Lithuania Winter Weekend
14th
- 18th February
Cost -
₤500
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This
is a unique opportunity for birdwatchers and bird photographers alike, to get to
see some truly fantastic species at very close quarters from the comfort of a
log cabin. Lithuanian based guide (& friend) Jos Stratford has kindly agreed to
allow me to run a Winter Short Break using his own private land where he has set
up a wonderful feeding station affording fantastic views of various species of
woodpeckers, tits, and finches from a purpose-built cabin. Being resident he
also has an intimate knowledge of where to find the more elusive species,
especially owls and time will be taken to look for them in their daylight
roosts. Finally we shall also make an overnight excursion to the Baltic
coastline, giving us a good chance of seeing it's wintering population of
Steller's Eider, plus a variety of other seabirds.
This superb photo of a Grey headed
Woodpecker was taken by renowned Bird Photographer Paul Hackett at this feeding
station.
What this trip offers:
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In the heart of Labanoras forest, a bonanza of good woodpeckers - Great,
Middle & Lesser Spotted Woodpeckers, plus Grey-headed Woodpecker, all coming to
a feeding station, designed for photographic needs. Black Woodpecker also
resident.
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A possibility of some first-class ‘owling’, which may
include Tengmalm’s, Pygmy and Long-eared Owls.
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Additional possibilities of Waxwing, Hazel Grouse, Nutcracker, Hawfinch,
Crested Tit and Great Grey Shrike.
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Loads of common birds within metres of your lenses, including Nuthatches,
Marsh, (Borealis) Willow, Coal and Crested Tits, with perhaps Northern Long-tailed Tit
too.
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On the Baltic Sea, resides the enigmatic Steller’s Eiders, which can usually
be located in a flock of up to 100 birds, along with lot of Long-tailed
Ducks and other seabirds.
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Along the coastal strip we may find Rough-legged Buzzards, Great Grey Shrikes
and White-tailed Eagles.
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Price includes:- |
Price does not include:- |
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Flights to Lithuania.
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4 nights accommodation at local hotels/hostels.
- All meals inc. drinks.
- All transport costs, inc.
vehicle hire, fuel, tolls etc.
- Local
experienced Birdwatching Guide.
- Access
to a private reserve
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Potential trip list with daily check list.
- Use
of field guides covering the area.
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- Travel
and contents insurance.
- Extra food
& drink to normal meal times.
- Items
of a personal nature.
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- Based on two people sharing
either a twin or double room
- Maximum group size -
6
- Flights will be arranged from a London
Airport
Booking Form
Terms &
Conditions
Trip Report
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This
is a unique opportunity for birdwatchers and bird photographers alike, to get to
see some truly fantastic species at very close quarters from the comfort of a
log cabin. Lithuanian based guide (& friend) Jos Stratford has kindly agreed to
allow me to run a Winter Short Break using his own private land where he has set
up a wonderful feeding station affording fantastic views of various species of
woodpeckers, tits, and finches from a purpose-built cabin. Being resident he
also has an intimate knowledge of where to find the more elusive species,
especially owls and time will be taken to look for them in their daylight
roosts. Finally we shall also make an overnight excursion to the Baltic
coastline, giving us a good chance of seeing it's wintering population of
Steller's Eider, plus a variety of other seabirds.