Create unforgettable memories birding in Africa

Playing host to many migratory birds, any budding ornithologist or avid birdwatcher would be in states of high spirits when spotting some of southern Africa?s migratory or rare flyers.

South Africa is filled with flapping flyers and home to rare birds such as the African Penguin, Ludwigs Bustard, Ground Hornbill, Shoebills, Cape Parrot, African Black Oystercatcher, Chaplins barbet and Blue Swallow.

Birding off the beaten track

For diehard bird watchers who are interested in escaping commercial birding spots and would like to explore the bush experience, there are plenty of ideal bird watching spots across Southern Africa.

There are variou lodges, reserves and expert bird guides that offer tailored bird watching trips into the bush, grasslands and wetlands. Some of the best game reserves and parks in which to see incredible birds are the Kruger National Park, Kariega Game Reserve, iSimangaliso Wetland Park and De Hoop Nature Reserve.

Advice from Safari Russ:

“The entire region is diverse in landscapes, from fertile forests to dry deserts, all sustaining an array of magnificent feathered friends. Let’s go off the beaten track and explore new areas”