BELARUS

Belarus is one of the prime birding and wildlife-watching destinations in Europe.

This country, neighbouring Poland, is second to none in many ways. The variety of birds and mammals including several species very rarely seen in other parts of Europe is only one aspect.

Imagine roads taking you through ancient forests, hundreds of meandering rivers, the biggest marshes and fens of the continent, while you hardly meet any traffic or even people. It is truly an unbeatable paradise, remaining intact and wild, so no wonder Belarus conserves healthy populations of Eurasian Lynx and Wolf.

We have a good chance to encounter several mammal species including European Bison, Elk, Eurasian Beaver, European Otter, Red Deer, Wild Boar, Eastern Hedgehog, Pine Martin, Muskrat and Red Squirrel. We use good quality hotels situated on site, or close to the best birding areas. Tasty local cuisine, antiquated rural life and practices in small ancient villages are part of the appeal of this trip.

This country is perfectly safe, yet you can experience an era that has already been left behind in most parts of Eastern Europe.

Journey with Gabor and see why we think you will enjoy the untouched wilderness of this part of Eastern Europe. This will be Ornitholidays' fourth tour to Belarus.

5 May to 13 May 2018 (land)

Leader: Gabor Orban & local guide

2018 Cost 1.880 euro - single room suppl. €230

(GBP around £1.680)

Europe's Last Great Wilderness

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