Goa has an extraordinarily abundant range of birdlife – and therefore attracts bird watchers from all around the world. Many of the best places for seeing birds are very close to Baga Beach, which has nearby marshland famous for its many wetland species -— or are within a short drive, such as Velim Lake where many vultures roost.

The number of species commonly seen is very large, ranging from larger raptors down to tiny songbirds. There are various types of hornbills, babblers and parakeets, owls and woodpeckers, bulbuls and flycatchers. You might get to see white-throated kingfishers, hoopoes, pittas, orioles – or a purple-rumped sunbird. The list goes on…..

At Colonia Santa Maria we can find you suitable experts as guides, for half a day or longer excursions. And we stock helpful books and equipment that you can buy to aid your birdwatching experience.