Christmas Island – Bird & Nature Week

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Duration

8 Days

Group Size

30 Peoples

Activity Level

Easy to Moderate

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About This Tour

Explore the unique birdlife on Christmas Island! The annual Christmas Island Bird & Nature Week offers bird lovers the opportunity to get up close and personal to nature and all Christmas Island has to offer. Experienced guides, working on research and specialising in birds, help bring guests and the unique fauna and flora of Christmas Island closer together.

EXCLUSIVE OFFER to participants of Bird & Nature Week 2025: Choose to extend your trip and discover the pristine turquoise waters surrounding the Cocos (Keeling) Islands. With spectacular corals and beautiful marine life, there are lots of water-based activities included on your 4-day itinerary to experience Cocos Island. Contact us for more information on [email protected]

Highlights

Actively participate in citizen science working alongside scientists as they band birds including the Christmas Island goshawk, monitor brown boobies, and collect data – all in a safe, low-impact and educational atmosphere.
Capped numbers for the event keep the group manageable and the experience intimate for guests. Enjoy small group sizes to rotate through the different activities each day.
Expert guides to manage varying abilities throughout the program for safety and comfort.
Plenty of opportunities for spotting and identifying the island’s many species of crabs.
Take part in nightly presentations offering comprehensive information about conservation projects on and off the island, and topics relevant to the program.

Included/Excluded

Included
Excluded

Return airfares ex Perth with Virgin Airlines
7 nights accommodation, depending on your booked category VQ3 Lodge, The Sunset or The Cocos Padang Lodge (for singles with shared amenities)
Return Airport Transfers on Christmas Island
5 Days guided touring
7x Breakfast, 6x Lunch, 7x Dinner
If you book in for The Christmas Island Bird and Nature week 2025, you get the option to extend your holiday for an extra 4 days stay to the Cocos Islands. Please send a request to our friendly Australian Geographic Travel team for the full Cocos Islands Itinerary: [email protected]

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Itinerary

Step into paradise as you arrive on the enchanting Christmas Island! Join us for a delicious welcome dinner and embark on a thrilling briefing that sets the stage for your unforgettable adventure ahead.

Immerse yourself in the wonders of nature with an inspiring orientation tour that unveils the hidden gems of the island. Dive into the vibrant world of Christmas Island National Park’s conservation programs, where you’ll witness efforts to protect this unique ecosystem. Engage in a captivating talk on The Ecology of Christmas Island, unveiling the secrets of this biodiversity hotspot. Enjoy breakfast, lunch, and dinner on us!

Take the morning to relax, shop, or enjoy the vibrant township at your own pace. Savour every moment before you depart. EXCLUSIVE OFFER: Elevate your adventure with an optional extension to the Cocos (Keeling) Islands! Discover pristine turquoise waters, vibrant coral reefs, and exciting water-based activities. This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to immerse yourself in a tropical paradise. For bookings, reach out to us at [email protected]! Get ready for an unforgettable journey filled with exploration, learning, and connection to nature!