Africa trips for avid twitchers

If you’ve ever thought about going on the bird-watching trip of a lifetime, Africa might be the ideal destination. In some of the most different nations in the world, there is a huge variety of rare and lovely birds to be discovered. For bird watchers of all stripes—from diehard enthusiasts to relative novices—there is a lot to see and do. But what birding in Africa is the best fit for you given the vast amount of ground to cover?

Want to travel to see Africa’s fabulous birdlife? – The local, specialized tour companies on Kabira Safari provide scheduled departures or specially designed itineraries to the most significant birding regions in Africa. For the best prices, make direct inquiries or make reservations through Kabira Safari.

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What does bird watching in Africa entail?

Don’t let birding misconceptions deter you; bird-watching vacations in Africa are about much more than just the birds. These stereotypes portray twitchers as fanatics who are obsessively focused on one species. Instead, they provide a more in-depth wildlife experience than a typical safari by letting you see the skies and treetops, taking you on foot through the wilderness, and showing you to some of Africa’s most famous as well as its rarest and brightest-colored creatures.

Also keep in mind that while there are trips to Africa specifically designed for bird viewing, you don’t have to go on one to see the wildlife. Along with the large animals, if you’re taking a safari in Africa, you’ll be amazed by the variety and color of the birds you see along the road; in fact, they may end up being the unsung highlight of your trip. Africa experts who design custom safari itineraries can adjust and customize your journey to incorporate more or less time in each birding location, to make birds the emphasis of your game drives, or to add a bird-watching stroll from your camp or resort. Local tour guides will be pleased to share their expert knowledge with you if you’re more of an enthusiastic newbie.

You can count on a knowledgeable, local naturalist and, on bird-watching vacations, a birding expert to accompany you during the day whether you’re hiking through a forest, over a mountain range, or across the savannah, gazing through binoculars on a boat cruise, taking a trip in a dugout canoe, watching from a hide, or watching out the windows of a 4×4 jeep. Any trip to Africa for wildlife viewing will likely begin early because many animals are most active in the chilly early mornings and early evenings. And the dawn chorus is just plain lovely.

In Africa, bird watching always entails more than merely squinting through binoculars. Additionally, anticipate to spend some time in Addis Abeba’s markets in Ethiopia, ride in a mokoro through the Okavango Delta in Botswana, and embark on a walking safari in South Luangwa National Park in Zambia. In Kenya’s Lake Naivasha National Park, you may witness the magnificent might of the Big Five, while in Uganda, you can go up close and personal with chimpanzees and mountain gorillas.

Do I need any specialist equipment?

No bird viewing trip is complete without a good pair of binoculars, so if seeing a variety of birds and other African wildlife is top on your list of vacation priorities, you won’t regret spending the money on a good set. Good binoculars allow you to observe wildlife up close while causing the animals you are watching as little disturbance as possible.

A good pair of supportive, comfortable walking boots will be crucial because you’ll probably be walking a lot. Even leisurely walking safaris in Ethiopia’s Bale Mountains will involve rough, frequently overgrown terrain. Treks in the Bale Mountains can be challenging due to their height.

When is the best time to go birding in Africa?

• The Okavango Delta in Botswana experiences an abundance of beautiful greenery from October to April along with a migratory bird influx. Even if this isn’t the best season to see other animals, you still have a chance to see the Big Five if you go with the proper guides and go to the correct spots.
• For the best chance of seeing Ethiopia’s rare endemic species, travel there between September and February during the country’s “green season.” Beginning in November, migratory birds join the feathery fun. Even though it rains during this time of year, it rarely causes any issue; instead, you’ll just get to enjoy greener scenery, more birds, and less tourists.
• From September to April, migratory birds visit Kenya. The November to December short rains provide a beautiful backdrop, stunning skies, and calm lodges, but there is enough rain to hamper transport.
• Year-round viewing of Ugandan birds is possible, with migrant birds arriving in the parks from November to April. Keep in mind that permits for the months of June through September fill up months in advance if you want to combine your birding with a trek to view the gorillas in Bwindi.
• If you visit Zambia between October and late November, you’ll see the Kasanka National Park filled with tens of thousands of enormous fruit bats roosting and dozens of large raptors looking for a quick meal. Though it can get hot during the day, walking safari bush camps are still open in South Luangwa at this season.