This week of September features some of the best birding in Batumi. At this time of the year, early migrants are still easy to find, while most of the later ones are already passing in good numbers. Moreover, some species reach their peak now: Booted Eagle, Black Kite, Levant Sparrowhawk, Pallid Harrier. This is also the case for what is probably Batumi's best species: the Crested Honey Buzzard. Originating from east of Altai mountains in Siberia, up to 40 individuals are recorded annually in Batumi. Identification is not always straightforward and hybrids occur.

All around Batumi, you find a fantastic diversity of migrants. Some of the more common species are: Broad-billed and Terek Sandpiper, Black-winged Pratincole, Gull-billed Tern, Scops Owl, Wryneck, Thrush Nightingale, Short-toed Lark, Green Warbler, Caucasian Chiffchaff, Golden Oriole, Red-throated Pipit, Citrine Wagtail, Red-breasted Flycatcher, Lesser Grey Shrike, Ortolan Bunting.

Photo by Christean Gelpke

This package includes:

  • 7 nights in the area of Batumi or Chakvi, where stations and other birding destinations are not far. These come with full board, traditional but varied meals with vegetarian options.

  • Organised transportation with daily excursions to the region's birding hotspots, including Raptor watchpoints, Chorokhi delta, Mtirala forest, Kolkheti wetlands. These are led by experienced guides and take place in small groups (5-10 persons).

  • Pick-up and drop-off at Batumi airport.

 

It does not include:

  • Flights to Batumi. If you are on a budget, cheaper flights are available to Kutaisi and Tbilisi. We will be happy to assist you with arranging transfer to Batumi.

  • Personal expenditures

  • Travel insurance

 

When

14 to 21 Sep 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.