30 years of experience in birding tours
Award-winning ornithologist and senior biologist with San Francisco Bay Bird Observatory. Author of multiple bird books including the American Birding Association Field Guide to Birds of California and Birds of Chile. Recipient of the prestigious Eisenmann Medal from the Linnaean Society for excellence in ornithology. Leads world-class pelagic birding trips from Half Moon Bay and Monterey Bay, as well as international tours.
English, Spanish
Pelagic trips, Day tours, Multi-day tours, International tours
$$$
Michelle Garcia
Tour date: October 20, 2024
Alvaro is simply the best! His knowledge is incredible and he is so generous with sharing his expertise. The pelagic trip from Half Moon Bay exceeded all expectations. Saw rarities and got excellent photos.
Thomas Baker
Tour date: September 14, 2024
Fantastic pelagic birding experience with Alvaro. As an author and senior biologist, his insights went far beyond just identifying species. The boat crew was top-notch and professional throughout.
Birder, educator, biologist, and researcher with international field experience including studying Solitary Eagles in Belize. Offers customized birding experiences throughout the San Francisco Bay Area and Monterey Bay regions, accommodating all skill levels from experts to families and casual birders.
15 years of experience
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33 years of experience
View ProfileProfessional pelagic birding operator offering year-round seabird trips on Monterey Bay, one of the world's premier pelagic birding destinations. Experienced leaders guide comfortable boat trips to observe albatrosses, shearwaters, storm-petrels, and marine mammals. Part of Monterey Bay Whale Watch with decades of marine wildlife expertise.
25 years of experience
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