Sorochyi Yar Park

Near Yahotyn, Sorochyi Yar park occupies a deep wooded ravine that drops to the shore of the great water. Old oaks and alders give way to dense shrubs, and reeds and low channels appear on the slopes. This is one of the most wooded points on the route, where waterbirds can be combined with forest species.

In spring great tits and blue tits sing in the canopy, and song thrushes and jays appear in the scrub. By the water look for kingfishers, grey herons and ducks, and woodpeckers fly over the ravine. In autumn jays and tits gather food before the cold, and gull flocks appear by the shore. Early morning is especially good for walking the ravine.

Practical tips

• Best early in the morning, when forest birds are most active.
• Paths run along the slope of the ravine. Shoes with good grip are useful.
• Combine watching in the ravine with open water on the lower part of the park.

Best season: March–May and September–November