Welcome To Cottontop Birding

Our goal is simple, give people great wildlife experiences. Whether you are a beginner or a seasoned life-lister, we've got you covered. We offer customizable guided trips in Southeastern AZ, as well as several exciting overseas destinations. Our trips are well organized, fun, friendly and extremely nature oriented. Click below and lets get your next exciting adventure started...

Customized Southeast Arizona Birding and Reptile Tours

Planning a trip to the Southeast AZ and need help finding those tougher target species? We can customize the perfect trip according to your needs. From Lake Patagonia to the majestic Chiricahua Mountains, we can make your adventure unforgettable.

Tropical Birding Adventures

Explore tropical Costa Rica and Ecuador with us. Organized tours to the several of the best destinations in the New World. Let us blow your mind with colorful birds.

East Africa Wildlife Safaris

Grab your gear and experience East Africa on our dazzling wildlife safaris. Witness unbelievable birds, legendary mammals and the breathtaking landscapes of Kenya and Tanzania. Check out our affordable tours and join us on a safari of a lifetime.

Wildlife Made Personal

My mission is to share wildlife in a way that feels personal, respectful, and fun, helping you learn, explore, and leave each trip with lasting stories and skills. Whether I am tracking elusive regional specialties in the desert habitats of Southeastern Arizona or leading you on a bucket-list safari across East Africa, my goal is to help you truly connect with the environment. I design every journey to help you learn wildlife behaviors, build your field and photography skills, and explore at a pace that suits you—ensuring you leave each trip with lasting stories, unforgettable memories, and a deeper appreciation for nature.

Over Three Decades of Professional Global Guiding

Cottontop Birding in Hereford is a bird guiding service built around my 45 years of birding and over 30 years of professional guiding. I have spent years living and guiding in Kenya and Costa Rica, and I keep trips friendly, humorous, well organized, and very wildlife focused.

How It Works

  • Free Chat: We discuss your dates, interests, and wish list.
  • Custom Plan: I design a tailored itinerary and answer your questions.
  • Book: Once you love the plan, we lock in the details.
  • Explore: We meet in the field for your wildlife adventure.
  • Post-Trip: I share trip notes and help identify your photos.