A Migration Spectacle- Photo Session with Swallow-tailed Kites
Schedule
Thu Jul 23 2026 at 07:00 am to 12:00 pm
UTC-04:00Location
Deland, FL | New Smyrna Beach, FL
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It's that time of the year again! As we're seeing the first influx of Swallow-tailed Kites back into the state of Florida for the summer, it's a great time to start thinking about photographing this species. Our pontoon boat trip to see the kites was so successful last year, we're offering it for a third year in a row. Archaeopteryx has teamed up with the Airboat Photographer to present you with a fantastic opportunity. This field trip is perfect whether you're a photographer, or just someone with a love of birding who would like to see this migration spectacle of hundreds of kites. Master Captain and photographer John Patrick will guide you to where the Swallow-tailed Kites gather en mass to prepare for their long journey back to Central and South America. This communal roost is only accessible by boat. So make sure to book now.
Here is the link to my photos of the kites last year:
https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1GD9JJJgCJ/
If you do not live in Florida and you're flying in just for this photo session, I can pick you up in the Orlando area or MCO and drive you out to Deland for a 3-hour boating and photography session with Captain John. The cost for this opportunity will be $200 per person with a minimum of 4 to run the trip. This includes your transportation, water/snacks, photography lesson (if needed), and all marina fees. Please contact Rebecca of Archaeopteryx tours by emailing [email protected] or by phone call or text to 609-553-0757 to sign up for this opportunity.
*** The dates for this field trip are 7/23-/724, 7/31-8/1, and 8/6-8/7 (if the kites are still around- they were this past year). Please advise which date you'd like to select when emailing.
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Deland, FL, New Smyrna Beach, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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