Half-Day Private Bird Tour of Fort De Soto Park in St. Petersburg

This extraordinary activity invites you to set out on a thrilling bird watching expedition, where abundant avian life creates an exhilarating environment. Highlights include transportation in a climate-controlled car, a checklist to track which birds you see, and snacks and bottled water. Whether you’re an experienced bird-watcher or it’s your first time, this experience promises excitement and memories you'll cherish forever.

About the Tour

As you embark on this bird watching trip, you'll spend roughly five hours exploring Fort De Soto Park in St. Petersburg. Here, there are five different interconnected islands to explore. Your guide will pick you up in the climate-controlled vehicle where you will then set out on this incredible adventure. The tour is completely private, offering a personalized experience for two people where you will be able to ask questions and learn about the environments of the St. Pete area along the way. Learn all about the migration patterns of these local birds as you turn your eyes to the sky in search of the most unique birds of Florida. Along the way, guests can also spot other mammals and reptiles on the islands. 

There are various places that you will stop at in the park, allowing for guests to get out and hike the areas that are of note. During these mini-hikes, you will have the chance to spot the birds that call the park home. From the forest areas to the beaches and the grass picnic areas, you will get a full overview of Fort De Soto Park and the islands that make it up. Just a few of the birds that you might see on this tour include the Piping Plover, Snowy Plover, American Oystercatcher, Reddish Egret, and the Marbled Godit. Others include the Common Loon, Whimbrel, and the Red-Breasted Merganser. You will also see migratory songbirds and other fantastic bird species!

This incredible bird-watching experience at Fort De Soto Park is the perfect addition to your travels in the Tampa Bay area! Discover St. Petersburg and Fort De Soto Park like never before, with special attention paid to the birds that call these areas home. Do not miss out on the opportunity to get out and discover the birds that make this ecosystem so unique.