Florida Experience 2027
Florida's Legendary Birding Grounds
From the rookeries and marshes of central Florida to the coastal flats of the Atlantic shore, this five-day tour immerses you in one of the richest birding landscapes in the eastern United States. February brings peak activity — wading birds are nesting, shorebirds crowd the tidal flats, and Florida's resident tropical species are out in force.
With David Simpson guiding you through the preserves and parks he knows best, you'll experience Roseate Spoonbills at dawn, Limpkins along quiet waterways, and Florida Scrub-Jays in their sandy pine habitat. The pace is relaxed, the group is small, and every detail is handled so you can focus entirely on the birds.
What You’ll Experience
- Wading bird rookeries in peak nesting season
- Shorebirds and terns along the Atlantic coast
- Florida Scrub-Jay in native habitat
- Limpkin, Roseate Spoonbill, and other Florida specialties
- A dedicated local guide with deep Florida expertise
- Small group size for an unhurried, personal pace
What’s Included
This is a fully all-inclusive tour. Your price covers:
- Hotel accommodations (double occupancy, Hilton-brand property)
- All meals — breakfast, lunch, and dinner
- Ground transportation throughout the tour
- Professional guide services
- Spotting scope provided in the field
- Snacks and water daily
- Entry fees to all sites in the itinerary
Not included: Airfare to/from the departure airport, alcoholic beverages, and gratuities.
Tour Days at a Glance
- Airport pickup and hotel check-in
- Evening orientation and welcome dinner
- Overview of the week ahead
- Early morning rookery visit — wading birds at peak nesting
- Roseate Spoonbill, Great Blue Heron, Wood Stork
- Afternoon wetland walk for rails and gallinules
- Florida Scrub-Jay habitat — one of North America's rarest birds
- Sandhill Crane and Burrowing Owl on the prairies
- Afternoon at a local preserve for woodland species
- Atlantic coast shorebirds and terns
- American Oystercatcher, Black Skimmer, Royal Tern
- Tidal flats and mangrove edges
- Sunset birding for owls and nightjars
- Early morning birding at a local hotspot
- Final species tally and farewells
- Airport drop-off
Expected Species List
Secure your place with a $300 deposit. Balance due 45 days before departure.
Every tour is fully all-inclusive — hotel, meals, transportation, expert guide, spotting scope, and daily snacks & water.
Guided by David Simpson
David Simpson has spent a lifetime exploring Florida's outdoors, with over 12 years of experience with the Florida Park Service and deep expertise in the state's birds, habitats, and natural history. He regularly leads birding trips for Audubon societies and serves as field trip coordinator for the Space Coast Birding and Wildlife Festival.
Reserve Your Place in Florida
The Florida Experience 2027 tour runs as a small group and spots are filling. Reserve yours today with a deposit.
Book Now $300 depositFully all-inclusive · Balance due 45 days before departure
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