New Mexico Birding Hotspots

December 6-9, 2024

An American Serengeti Safari New Mexico is home to one of North America’s true can’t-miss birding hotspots. Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge located near Socorro, New Mexico hosts one of the continent’s most spectacular wildlife spectacles in fall and early winter. In October, Sandhill Cranes start arriving. The cranes are followed by an array […]

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Wildlife Wonders of Mexico – Birds, Butterflies & More

January 19-26, 2025

Every winter, montane cloud forests in central Mexico host millions of over-wintering monarch butterflies. This aggregation of monarchs in Mexico’s central highlands ranks as one of the most impressive wildlife spectacles on the planet. It’s a must see for nature lovers! The monarch sanctuaries aren’t the only highlights during our wildlife expedition to Mexico. In […]

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Mexico’s Monarch Butterflies and Magical Cities w/ Butterfly Pavilion

January 20-25, 2025

Nestled within the picturesque montane fir forests of central Mexico lies the Monarch Butterfly Biosphere Reserve where millions of majestic monarch butterflies spend the winter. Every year, these forests become the stage for one of nature’s most spectacular wildlife spectacles. When masses of monarchs take flight, their wing beats sound like light rain falling. The […]

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Magical Mexico with Denver Botanic Gardens

January 25-31, 2025

Magical Mexico: Mexico City, Monarch Butterflies, and Valle de Bravo Every winter, montane cloud forests in central Mexico host millions of over-wintering monarch butterflies. This aggregation of monarchs in Mexico’s central highlands ranks as one of the most impressive wildlife spectacles on the planet. When masses of butterflies are in flight, it sounds like rain […]

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Spring Magic in Nebraska

March 22-26, 2025

An American Serengeti Series Trip Collaboration with Denver Audubon Society Some people regard Nebraska as flyover country – a state to be missed as you move from one coast to the other. We wholeheartedly disagree. Every March, Nebraska becomes home to one of the greatest wildlife spectacles in North America. More than half a million […]

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Spring Magic in Nebraska

March 28 - April 1, 2025

An American Serengeti Series Trip Collaboration with Front Range Birding & Optics Some people regard Nebraska as flyover country – a state to be missed as you move from one coast to the other. We wholeheartedly disagree. Every March, Nebraska becomes home to one of the greatest wildlife spectacles in North America. More than half […]

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Dancing Chickens

April 5-7, 2025

Every spring, male greater prairie-chickens gather at ancient breeding grounds and compete for the chance to mate in Nebraska’s prairie grasslands. Their raucous displays include stomping, booming, whooping, and sparring. With exposed tail coverts and balloon-like air sacs flashing orange and yellow, few performances in the bird world are more memorable than this dawn dance […]

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Spring Magic Safari

April 10-14, 2025

Every spring, the sagebrush plains of Northwest Colorado burst to life, shaking off the chill of winter with an explosion of wildlife activity. At first glance, these rolling landscapes might seem quiet and repetitive—but look closer, and you’ll discover a thriving ecosystem packed with iconic species like elk, pronghorn, wild horses, mountain lions, beavers, cranes, […]

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Ozark Oasis

April 26-29, 2025

Nestled in the heart of the Ozarks is a hidden gem of a region that is part southern and part midwestern. Scenic river valleys, peaceful oak forests, and charming small towns offer the perfect setting for a full weekend of birding and exploring the northwest corner of Arkansas. This part of Arkansas is a place […]

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Southeast Arizona’s Birding Hotspots Express – Spring Migration Edition

May 3-8, 2025

Southeast Arizona offers some of the best birding in the world. The region’s diversity of landscapes, elevational range, and plant communities provide habitat for more than 400 species throughout the year. Montane vegetation extending from the Rockies meets southern flora from the Sierra Madre Occidental. On the east, the Sonoran and Chihuahuan Deserts meet. Cool […]

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Iceland – Land of Fire and Ice

May 22 - June 1, 2025

Get ready to experience the Land of Fire and Ice like never before—a guided journey that combines Iceland’s awe-inspiring landscapes with rich natural history and local folklore. This is a place where towering waterfalls roar like thunder, volcanic landscapes steam with the power of the Earth’s core, and glaciers carve their way through mountains in […]

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Magical Mexico: Oaxaca

July 18-23, 2025

Guelaguetza, Flavors, & Traditions Unveiled Denver Botanic Gardens and Reefs to Rockies invite you on a vibrant journey to Oaxaca, Mexico, during its most spectacular annual event—La Guelaguetza. This colorful festival unites Oaxaca’s 16 ethnolinguistic groups in a celebration of the region’s rich cultural diversity. Adorned in traditional attire, communities perform their unique folk dances, […]

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Guided birding and wildlife tour to Costa Rica with Reefs to Rockies and Wild Birds Unlimited.

Costa Rica: Beyond the Classic

August 2-8, 2025

Costa Rica is a premier destination for birding and wildlife enthusiasts, offering a rich diversity of habitats that support an incredible array of species. This trip will take you to some of the country’s most celebrated wildlife areas. As we make our way to the Pacific Coast, we’ll stop at Carara National Park, known for […]

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