ABOUT KBO
Travel with Purpose: Adventures that Support Conservation
Join us for an unforgettable journey that connects you with birds, habitats, and the people protecting them.
At Klamath Bird Observatory, travel is more than a trip. It is a way to deepen your connection to birds and the landscapes they depend on. Our small-group, conservation focused journeys are led by expert guides and designed to inspire, educate, and directly support our mission. Every itinerary blends birding with cultural experiences, and every registration helps fund vital research and habitat restoration.
Upcoming Trips
Brazil – Atlantic Forest Adventure
Trip Overview
Join Klamath Bird Observatory and Mantiqueira Bird Observatory for a 10-day adventure in Brazil’s Atlantic Forest, August 19th – 28th, 2027. This immersive trip blends birdwatching, hiking, and cultural exploration while supporting international bird conservation. Proceeds help fund a biologist exchange program between observatories. Limited to 12 participants, with lodging, meals, and in-country transport included.
- Dates: August 19-28, 2027
- Leaders: Jaime Stephens (KBO) & Luiza Figueira (OAMa)
- Highlights:
- Explore diverse habitats of the Mantiqueira Highlands’
- Birdwatching, hiking, and cultural immersion
- Support the KBO and OAMa intern exchange program
- Group Size: Max 12
- Accessibility Level: Moderate walking, uneven trails, elevation gain
- Cost: $6,300 single / $5,800 double occupancy
- Included: In-country transport, lodging, meals (limited alcohol)
- Not Included: International airfare
- Booking: $3,500 deposit, non-refundable; final payment due 6 months prior
- Past Trip Bird List (PDF)
