Another popular sojourn on the outskirts of the National Park, the Surwal Lake, is frequented by nature lovers who enjoy embracing sunrise or sunset surrounded by birdsong. Between October to March, various indigenous and migratory birds – such as Waders, Kingfishers, Parquets – fill the skies and wetlands.
Lastly, the nearby lush Banas Riverbed, becomes a birdwatcher’s paradise during the dry season. Here, a naturalist assists in spotting various species of waterfowl and wading birds.
Amanwana, Indonesia
With just 17 luxury guest tents on the shores of Moyo Island, a national park, Amanwana is a full-board wilderness escape. The island is one of Indonesia’s key areas of conservation – home to an extraordinary array of animal and plant life.
Guided treks or mountain bike excursions from Amanwana Ridge to Crocodile Head, offer ample opportunity to observe Moyo’s endemic bird species such as the Yellow-headed Parrot, a rare and endangered species and, the Tanimbar Megapode, a small megapode endemic to the Tanimbar Islands of Indonesia.
Amandari, Indonesia
Amongst its lush surroundings, Amandari’s birdwatching excursion introduces the enchanting world of birds in Bali. Led by an expert guide, the experience provides an opportunity to learn about Bali’s vibrant avian life and the conservation efforts to save the endangered Bali Starling from extinction, including the initiatives of local community bird breeders.
Amanera, Dominican Republic
Backed by jungle on the Dominican Republic’s north coastline, Amanera is home to more than 160 colourful bird species, which can be spotted on a guided trek through the protected jungle. Potential sightings include the Dominican Republic’s national bird, the Palmchat, with other rare highlights including the Hispaniola woodpecker, the Smooth-billed Ani, American Kestrel and Mourning Dove.
Amanyangyun, China
A nature lover’s paradise on the outskirts of Shanghai, Amanyangyun’s biodiversity is tended by 30 gardeners, acting as an enticing stop-off for more than two dozen species of birds such as Long-tailed Shrikes, Yellow- billed Grosbeak, Warbling White-eyes and Kingfishers and Kestrels.
Chinese Afternoon Tea on The Lake is an opportunity to unwind amidst beautiful surroundings as graceful black swans glide across the water and various rare birds fill the air with song. In fact, the World Wildlife Fund (WWF) identifies Amanyangyun’s garden as a valuable habitat for rare and protected birds to rest here on their migration routes.
