Tanzania Birding safaris
Tanzania is one of the best destinations for birding in the world. It has one of the largest species lists of any African country;
The best time for birding in Tanzania is when a majority of species are in breeding plumage.
Since breeding is timed with the rains, which bring out insects that most of the birds rely on to raise their newborns and the best time to see birds during breeding plumage between November and December and later on March through May.
There are about 1150 bird species, over 800 species are resident and nearly 200 species are regular migrants. There are about 22 species endemic and thus unique to Tanzania. Birders will be thrilled by many iconic species and regional specialties they can see during our birding walks.
Some easily seen iconic species include Weavers, Kingfishers, Bee-Eaters, Barbets, Eagles, Kori Bustard, Vultures, Ostrich, Secretary bird, as well as dizzying host of Hornbills, Turacos, Mouse-Birds, Wood Hoopoes and plenty of water birds.
Our professional guides will excitedly guide you to track and identify birds, leaving you amazed with the diversity of birds that Tanzania has to offer.
Guided by our professional guides, birding safari in Tanzania not only offer a sheer destiny of birds, but also plenty of learning experiences about these species and their natural environment. Birding enthusiasts to Tanzania can enjoy birding safaris in all it’s parks and game reserves. All the game parks in Tanzania have an amazing array of birdlife including Eurasian migrants. The most interesting part is that the birdlife may vary from park to park depending on habitats providing a richer viewing experience to the birder. It may be useful to learn that over 1,100 different species of birds have been recorded in Tanzania.
However, the top birding destinations in the country include Arusha National Park, Tarangire National Park, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Lake Manyara National Park, Mikumi National Park and Ruaha National Park.
Having a passion for what we do and always sharpening our skills enables us to create fun, informative and memorable safaris and tour experiences, time after time.
The birdlife in Tanzania is good year-round, but at it’s best from November to April when the migratory birds from Europe and Northern Africa are present. At this time of the year, many resident bird species are nesting and are in breeding plumage.
