Lesvos is an island with a very rich and diverse nature, located at the border of Asia and Europe (NE Aegean Sea, GREECE). In Spring (and Autumn) it is also a very good area to observe migrant birds from Africa after (before) they cross the Eastern Mediterranean area.
“Lesvos Birdwatching is the BEST! Eleni Galinou was our guide and she is thoroughly knowledgeable about the birds of Lesvos. She knows the residents and the migrants, she knows where to find them, and she knows seasonal facts about the birds. We hired her for a six hour outing, and we covered six locations. At the Kalloni Salt Pans alone, we saw 43 species, a wonderfully productive place for a non-migratory time of year. I would emphasize that although you might go to the salt pans on your own, Eleni knows the details of where to see birds there. And, the other five locations we went to we would never have birded on our own. Eleni brought along a spotting scope, and a bird guide of course. Her English is excellent and she is a great communicator. Lastly I would add that we had a super fun day, and created a lasting friendship. With Lesvos Birdwatching on Facebook, and Lesvos Bird News, of which Eleni is the administrator, I’m still enjoying and learning about the birds of Lesvos!!”
Jan & Jim, USA – October 2018
“I can’t recommend Eleni enough if you visit the island and it’s your first time get her booked in you won’t regret it. Not only do you get to see some very good birds, from Rock sparrow, Cinereous bunting to Rock nuthatch and Isabelline Wheatear you also get to see more of this stunning island and really get to grips with what areas are the best.”
