Longitude: -106.648° W
Saskatoon Custom Bird Tours offers full day, half-day and multiple day guided birding trips throughout Saskatchewan. Tours are based out of Saskatoon and the tours can include viewing of whooping cranes, dancing sharp-tailed grouse, prairie grassland birds, ducks, geese, boreal forest songbirds, wintering snowy owls, great grey owls, northern hawk owls and more. Prime birding locations include Prince Albert National Park, Grasslands National Park, Last Mountain Lake Bird Sanctuary, Chaplin, Quill Lakes, Saskatoon, provincial parks and more. Over 35 organized tours are hosted by local birding expert, Stan Shadick with Saskatoon Custom Bird Tours each year. Private bookings are also an option.
Blackstrap Lake Birdwatching and Bird Photography Tour
Blackstrap Provincial Park
Apr 15, 2025 to Nov 9, 2025
STARTING AT:
$135
Chaplin Shorebirds Day Tour
Chaplin, Chaplin Lake, Saskatoon, Reeds Lake
May 10, 2025 to Sep 15, 2025
Chaplin Lake Important Bird Area and surrounding lakes host a diverse array of shorebirds, including the endangered Piping Plover. Join Saskatoon Custom Bird Tours for a full-day, self-drive escorted tour led by expert Stan Shadick. Explore the best shorebird spots in Saskatchewan, including Chaplin Shorebird Reserve and four other nearby hotspots.
The tour starts in Saskatoon and can be joined in Elbow or Chaplin, conveniently located on Trans-Canada Highway 1, perfect for those coming from Regina, Moose Jaw, or Swift Current.
Pricing is for 1-3 people per vehicle, including guide services and shared use of a spotting scope. This tour is also suitable for low-mobility guests, who can enjoy birdwatching directly from their vehicle.
STARTING AT:
$490
Dancing Grouse Photography Tour
Saskatoon
Apr 22, 2025 to May 13, 2025
Join experienced local birding guide, Stan Shadick from Saskatoon Custom Bird Tours, for an early morning or evening escorted self-drive tour to view the spectacle of dancing sharp-tailed grouse near the edge of Saskatoon. Both short 2-hour and full 4-hour tours are offered. These tours, offered in the spring, are ideal for bird photographers and provide you with excellent opportunities to obtain images of dancing sharp-tailed grouse using only 100 – 400 mm telephoto lenses. Package price is based on groups of 1–4 persons for the 2-hour tour using their personal or rented vehicle. 4-hour tours are available April 22 to 30 and 2-hour tours are available May 1 to 13.
STARTING AT:
$290
Eastern Saskatchewan Birding Tour
Duck Mountain Provincial Park, Hudson Bay, Carrot River, Narrow Hills Provincial Park, Prince Albert National Park, Quill Lakes
Jun 3, 2025 to Jun 10, 2025
STARTING AT:
$5990
Last Mountain Lake Bird Sanctuary Day Tour
Last Mountain Lake National Wildlife Area, Saskatoon, Simpson
May 10, 2025 to Oct 30, 2025
Explore the Last Mountain Lake National Wildlife Area, a crucial habitat for migratory and nesting birds, including rare species, with Stan Shadick from Saskatoon Custom Bird Tours for a captivating Last Mountain Lake Bird Sanctuary Day Tour. This 8-hour self-drive escorted tour is perfect for both new and seasoned birdwatchers, featuring guided birding at the sanctuary and nearby hotspots. An optional 3-hour evening extension offers ideal lighting for bird photography. Package price is for 1-4 persons travelling in a single vehicle and includes guiding services. Private tours available most dates mid-April to October. Scheduled 2025 dates: August 3 and 30.
STARTING AT:
$390
Prince Albert National Park Birding Tours
Prince Albert National Park, Saskatoon, Rosthern, Prince Albert, Nisbet Provincial Forest
Feb 1, 2025 to Dec 31, 2025
Watch for Spruce Grouse, Osprey, Bald Eagle, Canada Jay and many species of warbler and woodpecker. The leader will bring a spotting scope to allow you to view the birds under high magnification. Package price includes guiding services for each group of 1-4 persons travelling in a single vehicle. Tour available year-round. Scheduled 2025 dates: June 9 and 10.
STARTING AT:
$490
Saskatchewan Spring Birding Tour
Saskatoon, Beaver Creek, Porter Lake, Chaplin Lake, Grasslands National Park
May 13, 2025 to May 19, 2025
STARTING AT:
$3750
Saskatoon Custom Bird Tours | Cypress Hills – Grasslands National Park Birding Tours
Grasslands National Park, Cypress Hills Interprovincial Park, Cypress Hills
May 1, 2025 to Dec 1, 2025
The tours begin in Saskatoon but can also be joined at Swift Current or Maple Creek. Each tour package covers guide fees for groups of 1-4 persons in one vehicle. Starting rate is for 2-day/1-night tour to Cypress Hills. 4-day/3-night and 8-day/7-night options also available. Tours available April to December; click "Book Now" link for scheduled 2025 dates and full details.
STARTING AT:
$2990
Saskatoon Riverbank Guided Bird Walk
Saskatoon
May 1, 2025 to Sep 15, 2025
All bird watching enthusiasts, whether beginners or seasoned, are welcome. Binoculars are available upon request, and a spotting scope will be provided to view the birds under high magnification. Private tours available for booking May to mid-September. Scheduled 2025 dates: May 15; August 8 and 29. Starting at rate is per person for a scheduled tour.
STARTING AT:
$65
Whooping Crane and Sandhill Crane Viewing and Photography Tours
Saskatoon
Sep 19, 2025 to Oct 30, 2025
Join Stan Shadick at Saskatoon Custom Bird Tours for an unforgettable experience observing whooping and sandhill cranes. Choose from guided half-day, full-day, or 2-day self-drive tours, perfect for those with low mobility as you can enjoy the view from your vehicle. Tours accommodate 1-4 people per vehicle and include guide services and a spotting scope for optimal viewing. Pricing for sandhill crane tours begins at $390 for up to four people for a half-day. Click “Book Now” link for tour itinerary options and scheduled dates.
STARTING AT:
$490
Tours occur between 5 a.m. and 11 p.m. Check website for more information.
Rates And Discounts
Bird guiding fees $65/hr and $0.50km, 3 hour minimum.
Access
- Country / Rural
Services
- Guided tour
- Step-on guide service
Activities
- Birding / Wildlife viewing
- Birdwatching
Maps & Docs
Contact Info
Phone(s):
306-652-5975 | 306-281-2215 |
birdtours@sasktel.net
Tours occur between 5 a.m. and 11 p.m. Check website for more information.
Tours are based out of Saskatoon.
Latitude: 52.126° N, Longitude: -106.648° W
Saskatoon Custom Bird Tours offers full day, half-day and multiple day guided birding trips throughout Saskatchewan. Tours are based out of Saskatoon and the tours can include viewing of whooping cranes, dancing sharp-tailed grouse, prairie grassland birds, ducks, geese, boreal forest songbirds, wintering snowy owls, great grey owls, northern hawk owls and more. Prime birding locations include Prince Albert National Park, Grasslands National Park, Last Mountain Lake Bird Sanctuary, Chaplin, Quill Lakes, Saskatoon, provincial parks and more. Over 35 organized tours are hosted by local birding expert, Stan Shadick with Saskatoon Custom Bird Tours each year. Private bookings are also an option.
Location Information
Tours are based out of Saskatoon.
View on map >lat. 52.126° N, long. -106.648° W
Contact Info
Phone:
306-652-5975 | 306-281-2215 |
birdtours@sasktel.net
Travel Offers
Blackstrap Lake Birdwatching and Bird Photography Tour
Apr 15, 2025 to Nov 9, 2025
STARTING AT: $135
Chaplin Shorebirds Day Tour
May 10, 2025 to Sep 15, 2025
STARTING AT: $490
Dancing Grouse Photography Tour
Apr 22, 2025 to May 13, 2025
STARTING AT: $290
Eastern Saskatchewan Birding Tour
Jun 3, 2025 to Jun 10, 2025
STARTING AT: $5990
Last Mountain Lake Bird Sanctuary Day Tour
May 10, 2025 to Oct 30, 2025
STARTING AT: $390
Prince Albert National Park Birding Tours
Feb 1, 2025 to Dec 31, 2025
STARTING AT: $490
Saskatchewan Spring Birding Tour
May 13, 2025 to May 19, 2025
STARTING AT: $3750
Saskatoon Custom Bird Tours | Cypress Hills – Grasslands National Park Birding Tours
May 1, 2025 to Dec 1, 2025
STARTING AT: $2990
Saskatoon Riverbank Guided Bird Walk
May 1, 2025 to Sep 15, 2025
STARTING AT: $65
Whooping Crane and Sandhill Crane Viewing and Photography Tours
Sep 19, 2025 to Oct 30, 2025
STARTING AT: $490