Australian Ornithological Services Pty Ltd specialise in locating the harder to find and rarer species for overseas birders on tight schedules. While the plains-wanderer is undoubtedly the star attraction, there are many sought after birds in the area.

Clients are taken out in small groups or individually for a period of one to seven days. Travelling time is normally from one to four hours. Species in the bird list marked with a # are closer to four hours and it is usually preferable to use overnight accommodation in those areas. The mallee species fall into this category.

Our services are flexible and an itinerary composed around a birder’s hit list can be organised, as can tours outside of the range outlined in the sample itinerary.

October to early January is prime time for birding in SE Australia. You can expect to see 200+ species on a seven day tour in that timeframe. While temperatures can soar to 40 degrees Celsius+ (104F+) in December and the early part of January, these searing days are more common in the latter part of January and in February.

Deniliquin, in southern New South Wales, is approximately a three hour drive north of Melbourne Airport and about four hours from the city. A bus service leaves the city, departing Spencer Street Station most evenings. You also have the option of being collected in Melbourne, either from the city or airport if our schedule permits.

Most birders stay at the Peppin Motor Inn which is inexpensive and birder friendly. The Peppin Motor Inn’s telephone number is +61 3 5881 2722 or fax +61 3 5881 1661. Mention when booking that you are a client of Australian Ornithological Services. There are several other motels and caravan parks in town.

After arriving in Deniliquin, please call Philip on 5881 3378 to confirm your arrival and organise a starting time.

Let us know how we can help make the most of your birding time in Australia.

Philip & Patricia Maher

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