Photos: William Murphy, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 2.0 William Murphy, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0 Diliff, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0
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Photos: William Murphy, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 2.0 William Murphy, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0 Diliff, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0
Dublin Bay birdwatching at Sandymount Strand
Your local guide
Gráinne Byrne
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Highlights
- An internationally important bird site
- Migratory waders feeding at low tide
- Wide tidal flats close to the city
- Species explained as they feed
- A calm early morning on the strand
About this tour
This early session looks at one of Dublin's most important wildlife sites, a wide tidal strand recognised internationally as a feeding ground for migratory wading birds. You see the exposed flats at low tide and the birds working the water's edge, with species and their migration explained as we watch. It stays along the shore throughout, timed to the tide for the best wildlife viewing.
After a short sound check at the strand's edge, I move stop by stop, letting the birds hold the screen before explaining what makes this stretch significant. I take questions live as they come and send a short note afterwards on the best tide times for anyone who wants to visit themselves.
It suits anyone interested in birdwatching and coastal ecology, and early risers who want a calm, natural start to the day.
Included
- Live video walk with a local guide
- Questions to your guide all the way
- A short list of places to visit later
Not included
- Internet connection
- Travel to the city
Itinerary
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Welcome and sound check 5 min
The guide joins the video call, checks the picture and sound with you, and gives you a quick sense of Dublin before heading out.
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The exposed tidal flats 21 min
The camera takes in the wide expanse of sand exposed at low tide, and I explain why this stretch is recognised as an internationally important feeding ground for wading birds.
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Wading birds at work 21 min
You see birds feeding along the water's edge, and I point out species that migrate long distances specifically to use this bay through the winter.
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Your questions 9 min
Time to ask anything about Dublin: prices, safety, food, or whatever you are curious about.
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A short list to keep 4 min
Before you go, the guide sums up with a few things worth remembering: a dish to try: Seafood chowder and Georgian Quarter, worth a slower look.
Good to know
- A stable wifi or mobile connection makes the picture smoother than a shaky one.
- Any phone, tablet or laptop with a camera works. You watch, the guide does the walking.
- Times are shown in Dublin time, so check the time where you are before you book.
- The session is not recorded, and recording it yourself is not allowed. Feel free to take your own notes.
- Ask questions any time, out loud or in the chat. The guide will pause to answer.
- Sessions run in small groups, up to 8 people, so there is room for everyone to ask something.
Questions about this tour
What will the session cover?
The guide walks through Dublin, showing you The exposed tidal flats and Wading birds at work live on camera, plus whatever else you would like to see.
What happens if my connection drops?
Rejoin with the same link within a few minutes and the guide will catch you up on anything you missed.
Can I ask the guide questions during the session, or is it a fixed script?
Anything, any time. Sessions leave room for your own questions throughout, not just at the end.
How it works
- You get one join link after booking.
- Join from any device: phone, tablet or laptop.
- We meet on Google Meet; the link comes with your booking. I walk the strand live with my phone.
Times shown in Dublin time (GMT)
Cancellation
Flexible
- Cancel up to 24 hours before the start: full refund.
- Cancel less than 24 hours before the start, or no-show: no refund.
- If the guide cancels or the date does not reach its minimum group: full refund.
- Cancel in My Account → Bookings; the refund is calculated from the start time in the tour's local time.
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