Tanzania is one of Africa’s best Birding destinations and has one of the largest species lists of any African country with over 1,100 of which over 800 species are resident birds and nearly 200 are regular migrants. 22 species are endemic to Tanzania and a further 43 are near-endemic.
Tanzania is a spectacular country for birding, offering a wide variety of habitats, including montane forest, miombo woodland, savanna, arid plains, and coastline, making it an important migratory passageway as well.
The birdlife in Tanzania is good year-round, but at its best from November to April when the migratory birds from Europe and northern Africa are present. At this time, many resident bird species are nesting and are in breeding plumage. The wettest months are March and April, when parts of the country may experience storms on a daily basis. The Wet season is also the hottest time of the year. This may make it uncomfortably hot on the coast. For wildlife viewing, the dry season is always better.
All the well-known safari parks offer good birding opportunities, and specials can be found pretty much everywhere you go. The often-overlooked Arusha National Park has an amazing diversity of habitats that host an incredible list of 400 species in a small area. Lake Manyara offers a good variety of water-birds. And of course not forgetting Serengeti, Ngorongoro Tarangire and Ruaha National Parks.
For Birding Safaris in Tanzania, give Lakato Safaris an opportunity to take you around with our experienced birding guides. Please inquire about our available birding trips. Email: info@lakatosafaris.com
