FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

How large are tour groups?

Our tours are private. There won't be anyone but you, your group, and the wonderful birds of Edinburgh.

What will I see?

We aim to see between 60 and 70 species on a full-day tour and 45 to 55 species on a half-day tour.

For representative species, please see our Tour page.

All our tours are tailored to your requests, so please contact us with your species wishlist.

Do you cater for photographers?

Our tours provide excellent opportunities for wildlife photographers, including access to blinds/hides.
Example photographs can be seen on our Google Reviews page.

How do I book a tour?

Simply fill in the details on our Book Your Tour page to receive your quote within 24 hours.

What about transport?

Our tours make use of Edinburgh's excellent public transport and private hire systems.

Transport between the arranged start- and end-point of the tour is included in your quote.

Is food and drink included as part of the tour?

We don't provide food and drink ourselves, but we'll pass cafes and shops as part of the tour. Stops for refreshment can also be arranged at the guest's expense. Since looking for wildlife can be thirsty work, we recommend that all guests bring at least one bottle of water each.

What is your cancellation policy?

Any cancellation by the tour guest must be made in writing via email. Cancellation within 60 days of the tour start-date will result in full payment being made to the tour operator; the date of the email will determine the cancellation charges applicable. Individual guests on tours of more than one guest can cancel up to 30 days before the tour date; after this time, their fee must also be paid in full.

Scotland’s unpredictable weather means that some of our birding may take place in the rain; Scotland's sporadic showers can sometimes even increase the intensity of bird activity. Poor weather cannot be a cause of cancellation by the guest, except in the case of weather warnings, which are considered force majeure, and result in a full refund. Client's personal health emergencies will also result in a full refund to the client.

Any cancellation by the tour operator will result in a full refund. By confirming a tour with Edinburgh Birding & Nature Tours, you agree to these conditions.

What is your ethical policy?

Edinburgh Birding & Nature Tours is commited to ethical ecotourism. Our work is founded on respect for the natural world.

We never disturb animals or otherwise damage the sites we visit.