Birdwatching

Birdwatching in Tanzania

With over 1,100 recorded bird species, representing 10% of the global count, Tanzania stands as one of the premier destinations for birding. Our team regularly visits key hotspots, documenting their findings and contributing to popular platforms like eBird.

In this blog, we share personal observations and offer recommendations for those who share our passion for birding.

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If this is your first birdwatching trip to Tanzania, consider these articles as a starting point for selecting the best locations for your trip.

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Birdwatching in Arusha, Kilimanjaro, Longido, and North Pare

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Birdwatching in the Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Lake Natron, and Northern Lakes

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Birdwatching in Ruaha, Usangu and the Kitulo Plateau, and nearby regions

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This is a collection of everything we've written about birding in Tanzania. If there's something we've missed or if you have a specific question about Tanzania birds, please contact us.