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Birdwatching, natural history, wildlife and bird photography tours and holidays in Bulgaria and the Balkans: http://neophrontours.bg

Neophron Tours is one of the major tour operators in Bulgaria for foreign travelers who come for specialized wildlife holidays. Run by experts with long experience in this type of tours, the company has built up a reputation for the quality of services offered. Everywhere we go, we always try to support the local service providers and promote environment friendly tourism, believing that this will greatly contribute to improving the life of local people and will raise their awareness to wildlife and nature conservation. One of our ultimate goals has always been to raise funds to help wildlife conservation in the different areas we visit during our tours in Bulgaria. Thanks to funds generated through our tours and the support of our tour participants, we recently launched a special Wildlife Conservation Fund to help conserve the national populations of a number of rare and endangered species of birds, such as the breeding Egyptian Vulture and Griffon Vulture in the Eastern Rhodopes, the Eastern Imperial Eagle in the Sakar Hills, the Semi-collared Flycatcher in the oak forests of the Eastern Balkan Range, the wintering Red-breasted Goose in the Coastal Dobroudzha and many others. We also help local Bulgarian NGOs, and the Wildllife Conservation Society in particular, in their crucial work for preservation of different biodiversity rich areas in Bulgaria and saving those areas from deterioration. Under WCS proposals several new protected areas have been declared and
many others have been saved from destruction. By simply joining one of our tours, you will certainly contribute to our conservation efforts, as much of our Wildlife Conservation Fund is generated through them. This is the reason for us to say that Neophron Tours is the logical choice for anyone who favors responsible travel and loves nature and wildlife. Neophron Tours holds tour-operating certificate PK-01-7186, issued by the Bulgarian Government.

19/10/2026

Winter birding and photography in Bulgaria and Greece 2026/27 - https://mailchi.mp/70625bc67a2d/winter-birding-and-potography-in-bulgaria-and-greece-14195008

10/10/2026

Eurasian Pygmy Owl (Glaucidium passerinum), from our ongoing Woodpeckers, Owls and Grouse Tour, guided by Dimiter Georgiev

The tour began with an exploration of the conifer forests of the Rila Mountains in search of Hazel Grouse, Pygmy Owl, Tengmalm's Owl, Spotted Nutcracker, Ring Ouzel (ssp. alpestris) and other forest birds. As well as the elusive owl and grouse species that are high on many birders' wish lists, this tour offers a great opportunity to see all nine of Europe's resident woodpecker species.

23/09/2026

September is a very special time to go birding here, along the Bulgarian Black Sea coast.
The dynamic autumn weather brings migrants down from the north, while flocks gather in wetlands, fields and coastal habitats to rest and refuel before continuing their journey south. At the same time, some of our local breeding birds are still here, creating a wonderful mix of species and a constantly changing birding scene.
The photos below are just one example of a few hours out at this time of year — a small glimpse of the variety and surprises that autumn birding can bring.

20/07/2026

Global Birdfair is undoubtedly the biggest birding festival in the world. Here, The Backyard Aviary Adventures takes a look at what it has to offer.
Every year, exhibitors from across the globe come together to showcase birding holidays, wildlife tours, optics, photography equipment, artwork, conservation projects and the latest innovations in birdwatching. Whether you're new to birdwatching or an experienced enthusiast, there's something for everyone here.
Watch the informative and entertaining video in full here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hDfrB8Jxcfo, or jump to 15 minutes in to see the chat with tour companies from Costa Rica, Extremadura (Spain), Ethiopia and Neophron Tours, Bulgaria.

10/07/2026

This weekend we are presenting our tours for the 20th year at Global Birdfair, and today we had the great honour and pleasure to welcome TV presenter and naturalist Nigel Marven at our stand 😃 You are welcome to come and chat with our team, Dimiter Georgiev, Vladimir Petrov, Dimitar Dimitrov, Rada Georgieva and Marina Georgieva at stand 18 in the Robin Marquee!

10/06/2026

The Rosy Starlings have just started breeding in one of their traditional spots in Bulgaria, so anyone who has ever dreamed of photographing these amazing birds is welcome to join one of our tours.
Best time: June to early July.
These nomadic birds regularly pass through our country in spring, but they do not always settle to nest. When they do, they rarely form more than one colony. This is a fantastic opportunity for wildlife photographers and nature lovers alike!

22/05/2026

May feels like nature turned the saturation all the way up — wildflowers blooming, birds in constant motion, and life everywhere you look. But among all that colour and exuberance, the Eutopean Bee-eaters and Rollers still manage to steal the show. Their extraordinary colours and acrobatic flights make every encounter unforgettable.

A few moments from the past days in the field🌿

Photos by Marina Georgieva ©Neophron Tours

17/05/2026

Although spring is already in full swing here in Bulgaria, it is only just arriving in the Southern Carpathians. We spent a few days exploring the alpine and conifer forest zones of the highest part of the Carpathian Mountains, searching for new birding and wildlife locations to further enhance our Romanian itineraries.
While it was still a little early for some of our target species, the forests offered excellent birding. Highlights included Black Woodpecker, Grey-headed Woodpecker, Fieldfare, Red-breasted Flycatcher, and Eurasian Bullfinch. Along the mountain rivers and streams, we also encountered White-throated Dippers and Grey Wagtails.
The alpine flora was equally impressive, with mountain slopes covered in blooming plants, including various species of Geum, Potentilla, anemones, violas, and many others. Lower down in the mountains, we found numerous flowering orchids and a rich diversity of butterflies and other insects, all adding to the beauty and colour of the landscape.
To check out our tours in Romania, please visit our website, https://neophrontours.bg/

Photos by Marina Georgieva

09/03/2026

An update on our confirmed small group birding and wildlife photography tours 2026 - https://mailchi.mp/ffb756e08071/our-scheduled-tours-in-spring-and-early-summer-14190311

25/02/2026

February on the Balkans is far from quiet… it’s vibrant, dynamic, and full of life and colour. Here at Neophron Tours, we’ve enjoyed so many great moments over the past weeks, sharing unforgettable birdwatching and bird photography experiences with our wonderful guests. From wetlands teeming with waterfowl to rugged mountains where raptors soar, both Bulgaria and Greece have revealed their winter beauty in all its glory.

This post is a small wrap-up featuring some photos from our recent tours — and a big thank you to all our happy visitors who made these experiences even more special.

Photos by Marina Georgieva ©Neophron Tours

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