Birding Ecosse for expert led Birding Tours in the beautiful Scottish Highlands, Experience the wild beauty of Scotland in small groups (maximum group size of 4 clients) personalised bird watching trips tailored to all skill levels from complete beginners to serious listers
So why choose Birding Ecosse for your Scottish birding Tours?
- Small Groups: Limited to just 4 clients per tour to ensure maximum time with your Guide and no waiting for your turn on one of our three Swarovski telescopes.
- Tried and Trusted Itineraries, no rigid schedules, we spend as much time as you need to enjoy and observe each species
- Guided by your expert guide, and proud Scotsman, Dave Slater he will lead you to Birding Hotspots and some “secret gems” on the Moray Coast and Highlands.
- Learn about the history and folklore of the areas we pass through.
- Frequent refreshment stops at beautiful locations.
- Complimentary checklist and free use of Binoculars if required
Your Guide, Dave Slater
Who are our Tours aimed at?
- Visiting Birders for the UK, Europe and beyond
- Individuals, couples and small private groups
- Beginners to advance Birders
- Bird photographers
- Tour operators seeking a specialist local birding guide.
What we offer:
- Tailormade day trips from just £150
- Midweek Tours: 3 Night 2 Day Tours including food and accommodation. From as little as £620
- Weekend Tours: 4 Night 3 Day Tours including food and accommodation. From as little as £830
- Easter and Autumn breaks: 5 night 4 days food and accommodation. From £1100
- Photographic tours Focused tours that cut out the teaching and gets you straight to the subject. 3 Nights 2 days targeting the iconic species such as Osprey, Puffin, Crested Tit and Gannets.
- For up to date availability please see here Availability
Any of the above tours can be booked as a bespoke tour please contact us to discuss.
So how to book your Birding Ecosse Scottish birdwatching break:
- Check out or Webpages at http://birdingecosse.co.uk and select the “Tours” tab.
- Have a look at our availability dates, if any suit your timings then just contact us to book.
- If you are looking for specific dates then just contact us to discuss and find out our availability.
What people are saying about birding tours with Birding Ecosse: Oct 2025 • Friends
- Hi David. Thank you for a splendid few days birding and for being so well looked after in the gastronomic department! Looking forward to Easter 2026. DC Oct 2025
- Dear Dave, Just a note to say thank you so much for 5 wonderful, fun days with interesting people – and of course, the magnificent wildlife – together with unlimited sweeties!! The highlight for Chris was the sight and sound of the enormous flocks of pink-footed geese, especially at Jemimaville last Sunday. I am at a loss to know where to begin: yes, the pink-footed geese, but also watching a red deer through the scope and seeing it lick its lips and then roar, and the totally amazing day on Thursday, as per your blog! We were very satisfied with the hotel; comfortable, well-located and excellent food. V&C H October 2025
- Thank you for a memorable Scottish Adventure: The four days with you were the highlight of my entire journey. I treasured every moment—from our lively car conversations to the sweeping ocean views, the birds at feeders, the hot tea and biscuits, and your knowledge of US and Scottish birds, for example being able to explain differences between our Great Blue Heron and your Gray Heron. I learned so much, laughed often, and photographed with abandon. Thank you for such a rich and joyful experience. JJ USA Sep 25
- Fantastic Experience Sept 2025 • Couples
Myself and my wife booked a highland bird tour for the day with David, and what a day we had. We’re very much beginners when it comes to bird watching so we’re keen to learn. David has a knack of making you feel relaxed and comfortable straight away, his knowledge of birds as well as the nature and history that surrounds them is extensive and we learnt so much through the day. Never short of a brew and sweet treats on our breaks through the day, nothing was too much trouble including toilet breaks as and when required. David’s hospitality as well as his knowledge was fantastic. Would recommend this experience 100%, thank you so much David!
