Cheepers! Birding on a Budget LLC
This was a trip of a lifetime for me. Cindy and Jim went above and beyond to make this trip run so smoothly. All of this and a CD of photos to remember this trip and the good times we had!
Edith T, Durham, NC (California, June 2010)
Thanks again for a perfectly planned and executed trip for our Lucky Ladies for California endemics. This was a trip we wanted badly, but which seemed was not going to happen. Several other tour coordinators presented proposals which were just out of our budget range. Then a friend recommended I contact Cheepers and our dream trip became a reality. The local guide certainly knew where to go and the couple of hoped-for birds we missed were more than made up for with some very nice surprises. Our lodging was comfortable, and the Cheepers extras like the customized trip list and the day pack turned into special keepsakes. This was a trip where even the veteran birders were thrilled with their life bird count. Both Jim and Cindy were cheerful and fun-loving traveling companions. We all enjoyed their company and Cindy's photo record of our trip was AWESOME!!! Everyone seemed delighted with the entire experience, and hopes to have another Cheepers adventure in the not too distant future.
BG A, Durham, NC (California, June 2010)
I had high expectations for the Panama trip and was not disappointed! The tour leaders Jim and Cindy were organized, knowledgeable, and great fun to travel with. The itinerary, lodging and local guides were terrific. I couldn't recommend a trip more, and hope to be travelling with Cheepers! Birding again soon!!
Christine S, Ossining, NY (Panama, April 2010)
Twenty four hours ago I was in the jungle and now I’m sitting here at work. Hard to believe! We just wanted to thank you again for putting together a fantastic trip. We had a great time. We logged 307 birds (183 of which were lifers!) The trip exceeded our every expectation. The guides, the food, the lodges ………… all terrific. Couldn’t have asked for more. We would certainly recommend Cheepers to anyone and, of course, we’d love to hook up with you guys on another trip someday. Good luck with the business and keep up the good work.
Matt & Cathy M, Mastic, NY (Panama, April 2010)
I got the photo CD in yesterday's mail and looked at each pic last night. Wow! Terrific, and quite a few should be guaranteed prize winners--hope you submit a few. . . . Loved the Canopy Lodge, saw some marvelous birds (including over 136 lifers!), and enjoyed the company of everyone in the group. I've been on trips with VENT, Wings, Field Guides and local groups, and Cheepers measures up beautifully! I'll definitely recommend you to other birders and look forward to getting the chance to bird with you again some day. (Easy Costa Rica, perhaps?) Thanks for everything!
Sarah S, Cincinnati, OH (Panama, April 2010)
The trip was well-planned and the most enjoyable I have been on.
Stephen S, Springfield, MO (Belize, March, 2010)
I forgot to say on my evaluation form how invaluable the (photo) discs are. We love them and will look at them over and over, deciding which pictures to use/print. Nothing could help me learn the new birds more - the pictures are so much more "real" than plates in a book - for me anyway. Thanks so much for doing this - it was really above and beyond. Tell us if you go to Peru!
Becky W, Marietta OH (Belize, March 2010)
Seeing/hearing some 300 birds with patient guide, hosts and tolerance for one with limited hearing and sight made this trip the best of the five I've taken.
Brad B, Marietta, OH (Belize, March, 2010)
We had a wonderful time trekking through the rainforests of Ecuador. Our guides, Andres and Marcelo, were awesome and the trip leaders, Jim and Cindy, were always pleasant and addressed any concerns we had. They carried a first aid kit and extra flashlights for those of us who needed extra supplies. All of the transportation was top notch and impeccably timed. The pre-trip information was very informative. We highly recommend to anyone to tour with Cheepers!.
Deb J, Venice, FL (Ecuador February 2010)
Thank you so much for the great trip to Panama! I'm so glad that I went. You two made sure everyone was comfortable and having a good time. Seeing 96 lifers was great, but being with such great people as yourselves was even more important to me. I hope I can join you again on a future trip!
Mary W, Sandusky, OH (Panama January 2010)
It was much more than we expected. Guido was undoubtedly the best guide we've ever had. Jim and Cindy went out of their way to ensure our comfort and enjoyment. At all times we felt safe.
Bernie and Jude U, TX (Panama, January 2010)
Edith T, Durham, NC (California, June 2010)
Thanks again for a perfectly planned and executed trip for our Lucky Ladies for California endemics. This was a trip we wanted badly, but which seemed was not going to happen. Several other tour coordinators presented proposals which were just out of our budget range. Then a friend recommended I contact Cheepers and our dream trip became a reality. The local guide certainly knew where to go and the couple of hoped-for birds we missed were more than made up for with some very nice surprises. Our lodging was comfortable, and the Cheepers extras like the customized trip list and the day pack turned into special keepsakes. This was a trip where even the veteran birders were thrilled with their life bird count. Both Jim and Cindy were cheerful and fun-loving traveling companions. We all enjoyed their company and Cindy's photo record of our trip was AWESOME!!! Everyone seemed delighted with the entire experience, and hopes to have another Cheepers adventure in the not too distant future.
BG A, Durham, NC (California, June 2010)
I had high expectations for the Panama trip and was not disappointed! The tour leaders Jim and Cindy were organized, knowledgeable, and great fun to travel with. The itinerary, lodging and local guides were terrific. I couldn't recommend a trip more, and hope to be travelling with Cheepers! Birding again soon!!
Christine S, Ossining, NY (Panama, April 2010)
Twenty four hours ago I was in the jungle and now I’m sitting here at work. Hard to believe! We just wanted to thank you again for putting together a fantastic trip. We had a great time. We logged 307 birds (183 of which were lifers!) The trip exceeded our every expectation. The guides, the food, the lodges ………… all terrific. Couldn’t have asked for more. We would certainly recommend Cheepers to anyone and, of course, we’d love to hook up with you guys on another trip someday. Good luck with the business and keep up the good work.
Matt & Cathy M, Mastic, NY (Panama, April 2010)
I got the photo CD in yesterday's mail and looked at each pic last night. Wow! Terrific, and quite a few should be guaranteed prize winners--hope you submit a few. . . . Loved the Canopy Lodge, saw some marvelous birds (including over 136 lifers!), and enjoyed the company of everyone in the group. I've been on trips with VENT, Wings, Field Guides and local groups, and Cheepers measures up beautifully! I'll definitely recommend you to other birders and look forward to getting the chance to bird with you again some day. (Easy Costa Rica, perhaps?) Thanks for everything!
Sarah S, Cincinnati, OH (Panama, April 2010)
The trip was well-planned and the most enjoyable I have been on.
Stephen S, Springfield, MO (Belize, March, 2010)
I forgot to say on my evaluation form how invaluable the (photo) discs are. We love them and will look at them over and over, deciding which pictures to use/print. Nothing could help me learn the new birds more - the pictures are so much more "real" than plates in a book - for me anyway. Thanks so much for doing this - it was really above and beyond. Tell us if you go to Peru!
Becky W, Marietta OH (Belize, March 2010)
Seeing/hearing some 300 birds with patient guide, hosts and tolerance for one with limited hearing and sight made this trip the best of the five I've taken.
Brad B, Marietta, OH (Belize, March, 2010)
We had a wonderful time trekking through the rainforests of Ecuador. Our guides, Andres and Marcelo, were awesome and the trip leaders, Jim and Cindy, were always pleasant and addressed any concerns we had. They carried a first aid kit and extra flashlights for those of us who needed extra supplies. All of the transportation was top notch and impeccably timed. The pre-trip information was very informative. We highly recommend to anyone to tour with Cheepers!.
Deb J, Venice, FL (Ecuador February 2010)
Thank you so much for the great trip to Panama! I'm so glad that I went. You two made sure everyone was comfortable and having a good time. Seeing 96 lifers was great, but being with such great people as yourselves was even more important to me. I hope I can join you again on a future trip!
Mary W, Sandusky, OH (Panama January 2010)
It was much more than we expected. Guido was undoubtedly the best guide we've ever had. Jim and Cindy went out of their way to ensure our comfort and enjoyment. At all times we felt safe.
Bernie and Jude U, TX (Panama, January 2010)