Experience the Wild

Experience the Wild

Bird Watching and Wildlife Encounters with Mike Jarvis. My interest in birds has been lifelong, as a youngster I studied and memorized 'What Bird is That?', when it was the only Australian bird field guide available. Since moving to Darwin in 2007, I have built up a working knowledge of Darwin's bird species and where to find them, including an understanding of the habitats and habits, and seasonal movements of the birds and animals. Birds, mammals, butterflies, lizards, turtles and frogs are all on the target list when you are in the field with me.

Around Darwin City there are many unspoiled areas that 'Experience the Wild' tours visit to showcase our birdlife and interpret the habitat. If you would like to obtain a large list of sightings, we can visit many of these habitats in a half-day or full-day encounter. If you are chasing certain target birds, I can take you to places you are most likely to see them. Or if just want to absorb the wild experience and learn about bird behaviour and the ecology of the area, while watching the birds, we can do just that.

Half-day tours (7am - 12pm; 2pm - 7pm) are $95 and include morning or afternoon tea, cold water is provided and even binoculars for those who may not have their own. Full day tours (7am - 7pm) are $180 and include morning tea, light lunch and afternoon tea. Multi-day tours to Kakadu, Katherine or Litchfield - POA. Pick-up and drop-off to accommodation is included also. Pick-up and drop-off to accommodation is included also.

We are fully insured and have all the necessary permits and registrations. Out four wheel drive vehicle is air-conditioned and carries a maximum of 6 passengers. Call Mike Jarvis on 0429 021 160 or email [email protected] ...read more