Tours & Workshops | Kris Cu Photography

Why Birds and Birding?

Birds are beautiful, fascinating and incredible in so many ways. Birds can also be found anywhere- the parking lot, at a local park or a remote mountain peak.

Their ubiquitous presence makes birding an easy and accessible way to experience nature.

Tour Services

Ready to get our there? Click on the two options below and let's begin planning your adventure around Vancouver!

Guided Bird Walks

Focuses on finding the highest diversity of bird species or learning about birds in Vancouver. Casual bird photography opportunities are available. Priorities include visiting diverse habitats and exploring various parks.

Photography Workshops

Focuses on creating high quality and creative bird images. Technical skills such as learning camera settings, lighting and finding elusive subjects are the priority. We usually target a handful of species to photograph throughout our time.

Birding by the Seasons

The city of Vancouver and its surrounding suburbs provide excellent birding opportunities all year round.

Here are some of the exciting species and highlights to experience.

November - March

Winter

The mild winters of Vancouver attracts thousands of waterfowl, shorebirds and raptors to our coast. Iridescent Wood Ducks flock to our local ponds while Surf Scoters feed on benthic mussels. Short-eared Owls fly over marshes to hunt voles while American Bitterns stealthily stalk fish around the marsh.

April - May

Spring

The warm weather and bountiful insect prey results in a stunning migration of songbirds to our coast.

Aerial insectivores like Tree Swallows are the first to arrive. They are followed by a dazzling array of warblers, hummingbirds and later, many flycatcher species. Spring is the best time to observe the highest diversity of birds in Vancouver.

June - August

Summer

Breeding and nesting season is in full swing during our summer months. Forests are filled with beautiful bird songs and sights of adults caring for their chicks. Barred Owls watch for prey under the tree canopy while

Common Nighthawks pursue insects at twilight. Sooty Grouse also hoot to attract mates and defend territories high in the mountains.

September - October

Fall

The arrival of cool weather kicks off fall migration in Vancouver. Shorebirds stop-by from their southbound Arctic migration while Waterfowl begin to appear in huge rafts on the water. Spawning Pacific salmon provide quick meals for the American Dipper while Saw-whet Owls migrate from mountains to the valleys.