Birdwatching Tours Sharm el Sheikh

Sharm el Sheikh Birdwatching tours are offered in several unique places. Watch different kinds of local and migratory birds during high migration season in Fall or Spring.

Why Choose Birdwatching in Sharm El Sheikh?

Ornithological observations - one of the mass hobbies of modernity. For an urban person, this is an affordable way to recall the existence of a vast living world outside the “stone jungle”. Birds are a very difficult object to observe, they are extremely mobile, it takes your concentration and good reaction to notice and identify them while they are visible.

In Sharm el-Sheikh, there are several places that may be of interest to birdwatching enthusiasts, the so-called Birds watchers. Guided birds watching tours in Sharm el Sheikh and the area such as Nab bay, Ras Mohammed, Abu Galum or Saint Catherine protectorate are individually planed and are carried out by prior agreement of time and place.

Best Time for Birdwatching in Sharm El Sheikh

Prime Seasons:
Spring Migration (March–May): Steppe eagles, white storks, bee-eaters
Autumn Migration (Sept–Nov): Flamingos, raptors, shorebirds
Winter (Dec–Feb): Resident species + European migrants
Summer (June–Aug): Early mornings only (avoid midday heat)
Pro Tip: Book sunrise tours for maximum activity and cooler temperatures.

Bird Species You Can Spot in Sharm El Sheikh

Depending on the season, you may see:
White Storks (Spring & Autumn migration)
Steppe Eagles & Falcons
Sooty Gulls & Ospreys
Sunbirds & Hoopoes (Year-round residents).

Tailor Your Experience with a Specialist Guide

To provide the most enriching experience possible, Birdwatching Tours offers two types of expert guides for your tour. You can select your preferred guide type during the booking process.

1. Authorized Egyptology & Area Guide
Our licensed Egyptology guides are experts in the region's history, culture, and ancient monuments. They will bring the stories of the pharaohs and the landscape to life, providing deep context for your journey through Egypt. This is the ideal choice for guests who want a comprehensive cultural and historical immersion.

2. Specialist Bird Watching Guide
For the avid birder, our specialist guides are seasoned ornithologists with unparalleled knowledge of local and migratory species, their behaviors, and the best habitats for sightings. They are equipped with high-quality optics and a keen eye to help you spot and identify a spectacular array of birds.

Please note: Each guide is a specialist in their field, and pricing varies accordingly. Your chosen guide will be dedicated to your group for the duration of the tour.