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The 15 Best Birdwatching Tours in the USA

39 tours  ·  from $15 a head

Everglades airboats, Gulf coast shelling runs with a spotter aboard, bald eagles from a slow boat. The 15 below are priced and timed, with a note on which season each route really wants.

Early-Bird Tasting Tour of Pike Place Market - What you actually eat during the two hours
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Early-Bird Tasting Tour of Pike Place Market

1.Early-Bird Tasting Tour of Pike Place Market

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,154 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $76Our pick

Start at 9:00 am with a licensed local guide and a group of no more than 12. Taste smoked salmon, produce, pastries, cheddar biscuits, chocolate, and other market foods while learning Pike Place history. Guides such as Lucky, Chip, Bob, Woody, and Jerry also share ideas for where to eat and shop afterward.

“We arrived at the Fish market 45 minutes before the tour. However, there were no instructions as to where to park. Online, it stated there was valet parking. There was no valet parking. It took us 20 minutes to find parking. When we got to the fish market and asked at the information desk where the meeting place was, we found out that we needed to take the elevator from floor 6 to ground and then walk 3 blocks to the meeting location. We arrived 9 minutes late and the tour had already left. We have used Viator for years, and this was the first time we have had issues.”

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Birding By Boat on the Osprey - Boarding at 1212 Wilson Drive
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Birding By Boat on the Osprey

2.Birding By Boat on the Osprey

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 787 reviews · from $38

Join Captain Bob and a naturalist for a two-hour cruise through Cape May and Wildwood’s coastal salt marsh. The small boat carries up to 20 people, supplies binoculars, and offers close views of ospreys, eagles, herons, shorebirds, and other wetland wildlife.

“The very first bird we saw was a bald Eagle. What a way to start! Then we went on to see so many birds of so many varieties throughout the entire trip. I hardly sat down as Chris kept pointing out the various birds at each point. As a beginner birder I learned a lot! It was a fantastic introduction to shore birds. Now I’m hooked. I am already making plans to do this trip again with cousins who are avid birders and who have done this trip 3 or 4 times already and are eager to do it again. I did the trip with my mother who is 87…”

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Marco Island: 2-Hour Dolphin, Birding, and Shelling Tour - The dolphin search: exciting, but never guaranteed
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Marco Island 2 hour Dolphin, Birding and Shelling tour

3.Marco Island 2 hour Dolphin, Birding and Shelling tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 503 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $99

Set out from Goodland with a captain and naturalist guide to spot dolphins, manatees, wading birds, and osprey before stopping at an uninhabited barrier island to collect shells. Boats hold no more than 17 people, and guides such as Joe, Mike, Ed, and Ryan are known for their local wildlife knowledge.

“Awesome time and great captain! We so tons of wildlife and enjoyed the tour! We went early in the day and the weather was perfect!”

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Piff the Magic Dragon at the Flamingo Las Vegas - Audience participation: fun if you are ready
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Piff the Magic Dragon at the Flamingo Las Vegas

4.Piff the Magic Dragon at the Flamingo Las Vegas

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 501 reviews · 1 hour 15 minutes (approx.) · from $50

Spend 75 minutes with Piff the Magic Dragon, Jade Simone, and Mr. Piffles at the Flamingo. Expect comedy, sleight-of-hand, audience participation, and a few surprises. Choose your seat category, use your mobile ticket, and enjoy a Vegas show with taxes and fees included.

“In the course of human existence, only a few opportunities come along to afford you the chance trade your dollars directly for happiness. Piff the Magic Dragon's show is just such an occasion.”

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Colorado Springs Hands-On Falconry Class and Demonstration - Watching a hawk fly free
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Colorado Springs Hands-On Falconry Class and Demonstration

5.Colorado Springs Hands-On Falconry Class and Demonstration

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 293 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $217

Meet eagles, owls, hawks, and falcons with licensed falconers including Deanna, Roger, Nicole, and Sara. You will learn how birds hunt, watch hawks fly free outdoors, and finish by holding a trained Saker Falcon. Morning and afternoon classes are offered.

“The experience is very educational. Everyone involved is friendly & professional. They introduce you to several different birds, explain their differences & their individual hunting styles. They also assist you in getting pictures to document your visit. Deanna & Nicole were a great team & I would highly recommend this experience to anyone who loves birds or is looking for a unique experience during their stay in Colorado Springs. There's also an advanced class I may have to come back to take!”

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2 Hour Dolphin, Birding and Shelling Tour - Dolphins along the Ten Thousand Islands
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2 Hour Dolphin, Birding and Shelling Tour

6.2 Hour Dolphin, Birding and Shelling Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 247 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $109

Cruise from Goodland Boat Park into the Ten Thousand Islands with a small crew and up to 17 people. Guides such as Ray, Ed, Kate, Joe, and Kevin point out dolphins, birds, manatees, and turtles before taking you to a quiet island to collect shells and sand dollars.

“Very nice tour. Captain Kevin was very knowledgeable and just fun to be with! Was really great with kids.”

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Skip the Line: Flamingo Gardens Admission Ticket in Fort Lauderdale - Start with the tram, then walk at your own pace
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Skip the Line: Flamingo Gardens Admission Ticket in Fort Lauderdale

7.Skip the Line: Flamingo Gardens Admission Ticket in Fort Lauderdale

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 223 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $23Best value

Spend up to four hours at Flamingo Gardens, a 60-acre nonprofit wildlife sanctuary and botanical garden west of Fort Lauderdale. Walk among tropical plants, see rescued Florida wildlife, join a narrated tram ride, visit the Wray House, and catch bird or reptile presentations. Parking is free, but food costs extra.

“Not too much to see or do. Poor directions, actually passed it and had to go back… construction etc.”

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Destin Parasailing Experience - What the 10-minute flight feels like
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Destin Parasailing Experience

8.Destin Parasailing Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 219 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $74

Fly above Destin’s emerald water with Pelican Adventures on a Coast Guard inspected boat. Expect about 90 minutes on the water and roughly 10 minutes in the air, with crews such as Christian, Caleb, Jay, and Mason handling safety and takeoff.

“Captain Christian and Austin were absolutely amazing. They were very keen on how to make the experience more enjoyable and they were aware of their surroundings. I HIGHLY recommend this location and team.”

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Marco Island: 2-Hour Dolphin, Birding, and Shelling Tour - The dolphin search: exciting, but never guaranteed
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Marco Island: 2-Hour Dolphin, Birding, and Shelling Tour

9.Marco Island: 2-Hour Dolphin, Birding, and Shelling Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 212 reviews · 2 hours

Spend two hours with a certified Florida Master Naturalist exploring the Ten Thousand Islands near Marco Island. Look for dolphins and seasonal wildlife, then stop at an uninhabited barrier island to collect shells. Private groups of up to six can request a flexible, customized outing.

“Captain Kevin was a great guide! Super friendly and knowledgeable! We had a blast!”

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Blue Heron Drift Fishing Family Friendly Charter - What the four-hour itinerary feels like
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Blue Heron Drift Fishing Family Friendly Charter

10.Blue Heron Drift Fishing Family Friendly Charter

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 202 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $80

Join Blue Heron Fishing in Jupiter for a four-hour drift-fishing trip aboard a roomy aluminum boat. Captain Wally and crew members such as Ed, John, and Solomon help beginners and seasoned anglers with bait, tangles, and technique. Rods, reels, tackle, bait, and the fishing license are included.

“Booked an afternoon trip for me and my brother on the Blue Heron drift boat. We arrived on time but nobody else showed up, so they canceled the trip. The captain said they would refund my money, but it's been eight days and I haven't received it yet. Now I can't figure out how to get in touch with anybody to ask about it.”

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Steve Falcon's Comedy Hypnosis Hour - Comedy, language, and the adult-only tone
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Steve Falcon’s Comedy Hypnosis Hour

11.Steve Falcon’s Comedy Hypnosis Hour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 167 reviews · 1 hour 15 minutes (approx.) · from $49

Spend 75 minutes with Steve Falcon at Charles Bach Wonders Theatre for rapid-fire comedy, hypnosis, mentalism, and audience participation. The 18+ show begins at 9:15 p.m. and ends with a meet and greet, photo opportunities, and plenty of unscripted moments.

“Funny but it took a while to kick the pretenders off stage. I laughed really hard at the volunteers . Speaking to folks they really did not remember.”

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Two-Hour Everglades Dolphin, Manatee and Birding Boat Tour - Guides who make the short trip count
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Two-Hour Everglades Dolphin, Manatee and Birding Boat Tour

12.Two-Hour Everglades Dolphin, Manatee and Birding Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 151 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $109

Take a two-hour small-group boat trip through Everglades National Park’s 10,000 Islands with up to six people. Guides such as Don, Dan, Matt, Ray, and Glenn share local ecology and history while looking for dolphins, birds, manatees, sea turtles, and shells.

“We thought we were going on an Everglades tour, but it did not seem to be that. The tour guide was very knowledgeable and friendly, so he made it enjoyable and interesting. But it seemed to be a tour about Ospreys. And we have plenty of Ospreys in NY.”

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Wayne Newton: Up Close and Personal at the Flamingo Las Vegas - The music: Danke Schoen, instruments, and familiar favorites
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Wayne Newton: Up Close and Personal at the Flamingo Las Vegas

13.Wayne Newton: Up Close and Personal at the Flamingo Las Vegas

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 135 reviews · 1 hour 20 minutes (approx.) · from $85

See Wayne Newton at Bugsy’s Cabaret in the Flamingo Las Vegas for an 80-minute mix of songs, stories, videos, audience questions, and instrumental performances. Choose your seat, then upgrade to meet Mr. Las Vegas for a photo and short chat after the show.

“show was cancelled.. we were not notified of the cancellation. I called viator as soon as I realized the show was cancelled but was given various numbers to call but none were appropriate for my needs.. basically sent on a wild goose chase! Got nothing but a run around! Very displeased as i am out $268.00”

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RuPaul's Drag Race LIVE! at the Flamingo Las Vegas - The cast brings television personalities into a live room
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RuPaul’s Drag Race LIVE! at the Flamingo Las Vegas

14.RuPaul’s Drag Race LIVE! at the Flamingo Las Vegas

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 121 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $59

See RuPaul’s Drag Race LIVE! at Flamingo Las Vegas, hosted by Ginger Minj and featuring queens such as Kylie Sonique Love, Morphine Love Dion, Plane Jane, Jaida Essence Hall, and Asia O’Hara. Expect 90 minutes of costumes, choreography, comedy, lip syncs, and crowd work.

“Very entertaining and fun, nice songs and show. The place is clean and good attention. The dress are beautiful.”

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Wetlands Safari Eco-Cruise in Cape May (Osprey Birding By Boat) - Birds, turtles, and the search for hidden movement
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Wetlands Safari Eco-Cruise in Cape May (Osprey Birding By Boat)

15.Wetlands Safari Eco-Cruise in Cape May (Osprey Birding By Boat)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 113 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $38

Board the Osprey at 1212 Wilson Drive for a two-hour cruise through Cape May and Wildwood’s back bays. Captain Bob, Vince, Patty, and the crew use local knowledge to find active bird areas, with binoculars available and a windowed cabin for rough weather.

“The beauty of being in the beautiful natural environment. Learning about the different and incredible birds of the marsh.”

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