Winter Birding on Lake Ontario (Half Day)
Join Liam to experience wintertime waterfowling on breathtaking Lake Ontario. This half-day birding tour will cover lakeshore locations along the Lake Ontario waterfront in the Hamilton area. Participants will benefit from expert guiding and identification and learn about the ecology of these fascinating species. Each tour can be customized to your preference, creating the perfect winter birding experience!
| Bird Families | Caracaras, Falcons, Ducks, Geese, Swans, Grebes, Gulls, Terns, Skimmers, Loons, Owls |
|---|---|
| Country | Canada |
| State or Province | Ontario |
More Information & Itinerary
Lake Ontario is home to hundreds of thousands of ducks during the winter representing many species. Running from October through March, this tour gives participants a unique opportunity to view a wide array of waterfowl and other birds that can be found on Lake Ontario such as loons, grebes and gulls. There is also amazing rarity potential and we will be on the lookout for any unexpected species!
Your expert guide will take you to multiple well-known hotspots that have been proven to produce all three expected scoter species, King Eider and other highly sought after specialties.
Best of all, this tour can be customized to fit your specific needs and targets, making the most of your time to maximize your experience! If you are a seasoned birder looking to find elusive species, a newer birder exploring the hobby for the first time or anywhere in between, this is the tour for you.
People & Transportation: This tour is for up to 8 people. Transportation can be provided for up to 4 people. Larger groups must provide the remainder. We can caravan or Liam can ride with you. Please put any special requests on the booking form and we will do our best to accommodate you!
Bird Species You May See: thousands of Long-tailed Ducks, Harlequin Duck, Red-throated Loon, Pacific Loon, Horned Grebe, King Eider, Canvasback, Surf Scoter, Black Scoter, Iceland Gull, Glaucous Gull, Ruddy Duck, Lesser Black-backed Gull, Snowy Owl, Peregrine Falcon
Winter Birding on Lake Ontario (Half Day)
Join Liam to experience wintertime waterfowling on breathtaking Lake Ontario. This half-day birding tour will cover lakeshore locations along the Lake Ontario waterfront in the Hamilton area. Participants will benefit from expert guiding and identification and learn about the ecology of these fascinating species. Each tour can be customized to your preference, creating the perfect winter birding experience!
We will contact you to confirm the date, refine the start time as needed and customize your experience!
Pricing is in US Dollars
$175.00
*Hold this booking with a deposit today. The balance will be paid directly to the tour guide or operator. All deposits are refundable pending guide/operator confirmation.
Lake Ontario is home to hundreds of thousands of ducks during the winter representing many species. Running from October through March, this tour gives participants a unique opportunity to view a wide array of waterfowl and other birds that can be found on Lake Ontario such as loons, grebes and gulls. There is also amazing rarity potential and we will be on the lookout for any unexpected species!
Your expert guide will take you to multiple well-known hotspots that have been proven to produce all three expected scoter species, King Eider and other highly sought after specialties.
Best of all, this tour can be customized to fit your specific needs and targets, making the most of your time to maximize your experience! If you are a seasoned birder looking to find elusive species, a newer birder exploring the hobby for the first time or anywhere in between, this is the tour for you.
People & Transportation: This tour is for up to 8 people. Transportation can be provided for up to 4 people. Larger groups must provide the remainder. We can caravan or Liam can ride with you. Please put any special requests on the booking form and we will do our best to accommodate you!
Bird Species You May See: thousands of Long-tailed Ducks, Harlequin Duck, Red-throated Loon, Pacific Loon, Horned Grebe, King Eider, Canvasback, Surf Scoter, Black Scoter, Iceland Gull, Glaucous Gull, Ruddy Duck, Lesser Black-backed Gull, Snowy Owl, Peregrine Falcon
| Bird Families | Caracaras, Falcons, Ducks, Geese, Swans, Grebes, Gulls, Terns, Skimmers, Loons, Owls |
|---|---|
| Country | Canada |
| State or Province | Ontario |
Liam Thorne
Liam Thorne is a birder, naturalist and guide born and raised in Ontario, Canada. He has been birding since a toddler, where he became fascinated with common feeder birds and soon learned about the wonders of migration. Liam has worked for Birds Canada as a wildlife technician and has interpretive experience through work with Ontario Parks. He is now pursuing a career in conservation biology. Whether you are a seasoned birder looking to find new species, someone brand new to the hobby or anywhere in between, Liam can customize a tour to fit your needs for the best experience!
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