Point Pelee Migration Birding Tour
Point Pelee is one of the best known birding destinations in North America. In this short 5 day tour we can expect to see roughly 150 species, many in their stunning breeding plumage. More than 25 species of warbler can be encountered on this tour and this total often includes Prothonotary, Hooded, and the spectacular Black-throated Blue. However it’s not just warblers at Pelee as we can expect to see countless passerines from various families. The possibilities here are truly endless.
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival
We will begin the tour with an evening meal at a local resturant in Leamington where we will discuss the upcoming days. After dinner we will have an outing to target noctournal species such as American Woodcock, Eastern Whip-poor-will and Eastern Screech-Owl.
Day 2-4: Point Pelee National Park
Birding at Point Pelee is an unforgettable experience. Our days here will start early as we aim to catch one of the first trams to the tip. It is here, at dawn that with good weather conditions we can observe hundreds of birds migrating over the tip. For the rest of the morning we will explore the park’s extensive network where up to 25 species of stunning warblers can be seen foraging at eye-level. The photographic opportunities will be excellent and while this is not the primary focus of the trip some extra time may be spent with cooperate subject especially if they are uncommon or rare subjects. In the afternoon we may either bird one of the northern trails in the park or visit a nearby hotspot such as Hillman Marsh or Kopegaron Woods.
Day 5: Rondeau Provincial Park & Departure
On our last day we will make the hour-long drive to Rondeau Provincial Park. While not as famous as Point Pelee, Rondeau is considered by many to be an equally productive birding location. We will search for local Red-headed Woodpeckers, Wood Thrushes and Prothonotary Warblers as well as enjoy a similar selection of migrants that we encountered at Point Pelee. The tour will conclude at noon today.
Day 1: Arrival
We will begin the tour with an evening meal at a local resturant in Leamington where we will discuss the upcoming days. After dinner we will have an outing to target noctournal species such as American Woodcock, Eastern Whip-poor-will and Eastern Screech-Owl.
Day 2-4: Point Pelee National Park
Birding at Point Pelee is an unforgettable experience. Our days here will start early as we aim to catch one of the first trams to the tip. It is here, at dawn that with good weather conditions we can observe hundreds of birds migrating over the tip. For the rest of the morning we will explore the park’s extensive network where up to 25 species of stunning warblers can be seen foraging at eye-level. The photographic opportunities will be excellent and while this is not the primary focus of the trip some extra time may be spent with cooperate subject especially if they are uncommon or rare subjects. In the afternoon we may either bird one of the northern trails in the park or visit a nearby hotspot such as Hillman Marsh or Kopegaron Woods.
Day 5: Rondeau Provincial Park & Departure
On our last day we will make the hour-long drive to Rondeau Provincial Park. While not as famous as Point Pelee, Rondeau is considered by many to be an equally productive birding location. We will search for local Red-headed Woodpeckers, Wood Thrushes and Prothonotary Warblers as well as enjoy a similar selection of migrants that we encountered at Point Pelee. The tour will conclude at noon today.
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Tour Information 2025 Dates: April 30-May 4, 2025 (5 days) Start/End: Leamington Difficulty: Easy-Moderate Group Size: 4-10 Cost: $595 (CAD) Leader: Gavin McKinnon 2026 Dates: May 5-9, 2026 (5 days) Start/End: Leamington Difficulty: Easy-Moderate Group Size: 4-10 Cost: $615 (CAD) Leader: Gavin McKinnon & Aaron Brisebois Includes
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Trip Reports
eBird Trip Report: Point Pelee Migration 2024
eBird Trip Report: Point Pelee Migration 2023
eBird Trip Report: Point Pelee Migration 2022
eBird Trip Report: Point Pelee Migration 2024
eBird Trip Report: Point Pelee Migration 2023
eBird Trip Report: Point Pelee Migration 2022