Dates: Jan 4–16, 2026 | $4,250 USD | Group Size: TBA Kick off the New Year in spectacular Southern California—when migrant birds, winter residents, and regional specialties abound. From salt marshes and coastal lagoons to chaparral hillsides, high desert scrub, Mojave flats, and sea-swept islands, this full-circuit birding route is built for both diversity and discovery. Top Birds & Specialties: Ridgway’s Rail, Island Scrub-Jay, California Condor, Allen’s Hummingbird, Bell’s Sparrow, Red-breasted Sapsucker, Wrentit, Oak Titmouse, Tricolored Blackbird, Golden-crowned Sparrow, Mountain Quail, Island Fox, and more than 20 regional specialties. Tour includes lodging (standard motels), ground transport in 12-passenger vans, professional leaders, entrance fees, Island Packers ferry trip, and plenty of expert birding in iconic SoCal habitats. ➜ Click “Visit Tour Page” to view the full itinerary and book.

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Wildside Nature Tours