Bird watching safaris

Africa has a way of surprising you at every turn—its scale, its diversity, and its sheer abundance feel almost otherworldly. Nowhere is this more evident than in the birdlife you encounter while on safari in Kenya and Tanzania. Whether soaring overhead, perched in treetops, wading along shimmering lakeshores, or striding across open plains, the continent’s avian world dazzles even the most seasoned traveler.

Picture yourself identifying a hundred different species in a single day: majestic white pelicans, towering storks, clouds of rosy flamingoes, powerful vultures and eagles, and the elegant silhouettes of ibis and herons. All around you, the air hums with the songs of brilliantly colored birds—starlings, doves, blue turacos, guineafowl—each adding its own rhythm to the landscape.

With their sweeping savannahs, lush forests, rolling grasslands, and thriving wetlands, Kenya and Tanzania offer habitats that support an astonishing array of species—from bee-eaters and sunbirds to parrots, cranes, and fish eagles. With more than a thousand species recorded in each country, birdwatching here isn’t just rewarding; it’s vibrant, dynamic, and endlessly enjoyable.