Testimonials

“I have been on birding tours all over the world, including Africa, South-East Asia, Central America and South America, but have never met anyone with the guiding and birding skills of Ricki Coughlan. Her knowledge is incredibly broad and her enthusiasm overwhelming. Even when in areas which are unfamiliar to her she manages to find any target species and more with a skill and certainty which astounds.” – Lynn Scott, Wamberal NSW

“I have attended many courses, talks & lectures on birds over the years and listened to many speakers but I would have to say that to date, Ricki is the ‘icing on the cake’ . . . her knowledge seems to be endless . . . Ricki is able to hold the audience with much more than knowledge, it’s her enthusiasm, delight and joy in the natural world that comes across and captures people’s imagination and attention.” – Wendy Dunn, Melbourne Vic

Nic Bishop. Gunlom Falls Kakadu NP.

“I recently went on tour with Ricki Coughlan across the top end of Australia. Every day her knowledge of birds, birding skills, sense of humour and passion for sharing her love of nature ensured that we had a fantastic time . . . I would recommend Ricki to anybody who is considering a birding tour anywhere and look forward to getting out with her again in the near future.” – Nic Bishop, Adelaide SA

“Your passion for every living thing stands out like a beacon. You have a magic about you . . .” – John Young (John Young Wildlife Enterprises), Toowong Qld

“Even though my mom and I had been birdwatching in many places, such as the Caribbean, South America, and New Zealand, it has been our experiences with Ricki Coughlan in Australia that have been the most outstanding. Her enthusiasm for life and birds is unique and infectious.

Besides sharing her knowledge with me, her passion for birds and nature also gets transmitted, making our time together extremely valuable. Ricki is a true inspiration. She has an incredible wealth of knowledge and spirit that is absolutely remarkable.” – Orit Sklar, Atlanta, USA

“Having run courses in speech presentation myself, I found Ricki to demonstrate all the key skills of excellent communication . . . Ricki presents her information with a delightfully infectious enthusiasm for birdwatching . . . I would be eager to attend more of her presentations.” – Jacqui Sheppard, Adelaide SA