Eagle Week

Mass migration

The Eagle week takes place at the peak of Steppe Buzzard migration, when up to 100,000 raptors regularly pass through on a single day!  Moreover, this is also the best time to observe a stunning diversity of eagles, including Lesser and Great Spotted, Steppe, Imperial, Short-toed, Booted and White-tailed Eagle! Red-footed Falcon is another numerous guest during this period, while many beautiful male Pallid Harriers pass through. In the nearby wetlands large flocks of Black-winged Pratincoles come down to rest, and they are often joined by Sociable Lapwings. During thunderstorms, massive falls of Warblers, Flycatchers, Pipits and Wheatears are common, and even the smallest bushes and grassy patches along the coast are heaving with birds.

A program of daily excursions to birding hotspots

Every day, you have a choice between standing on the raptor watchpoint, or taking part in one of the excursions to the excellent birding sites in the region.

Chorokhi Delta & Batumi Seaside

We start by exploring the Chorokhi Delta on foot during the early morning, passing through the reedbeds, mudflats, bushy areas and the gravel beach. The area is great for waders, and in late September Sociable Plovers and Black-winged Pratincoles are likely to turn up. The meadows often hold Corncrakes and Great Snipes. At this time of the year, almost anything can turn up. From there we continue to the Batumi Boulevard, a great spot for passerines, which may include Moustached, Blyth's, Paddyfield and River Warbler. A last stop is foreseen at the botanical garden, notorious for its Krueper's Nuthatches.

Mtirala National Park

When it gets too hot in Batumi, you can cool off in the lush Mtirala forest. The excursion takes you deep into the park, which features a nice waterfall, a small lake and a picturesque village. The area is great for Woodpeckers, including White-backed, Grey-headed, Black and Lesser and Middle Spotted, and rich in endemic amphibians and reptiles.

Kolkheti Wetlands

This huge wetland is of crucial importance for migratory birds following the eastern flyway. The excursion includes a 3-hour boat trip on the Paleostomi lake and into the marshes and peatlands of the National Park. This usually involves very close encounters with the resident White-tailed Eagles. The afternoon will be devoted to waders and terns along the seashore.

This package includes:

Program Highlights:  

• Morning excursions to the Chorokhi Delta (twice)  

• Optional visit to Mtirala National Park  

• Visit the Kolkheti Wetlands, featuring a 3-hour boat trip  

• Afternoon sessions at our focused raptor watch-point  

• Multiple full days dedicated to raptor observation

Package Includes:  

• Airport pick-up and drop-off  

• Accommodation in a guesthouse or small hotel  

• Full board with takeaway lunch packages  

• Transportation and guiding services

Please note: Flights are not included.



When

24 Sep to 1 Oct 2025

Price & Booking

Please contact us for the detailed information about the prices using the form below or by sending an email to info@batumibirding.com.