Birdwatching in Namibia
17 of our favourite places for birdwatching in Namibia
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Bagatelle Kalahari Game Ranch
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89% (101 reviews)
Bagatelle covers a stretch of typical Kalahari dunes. Cape turtle, laughing and Namaqua doves are common; white-quilled korhaan make spectacular displays in breeding season, and the ostriches are always magical. Raptors include the pale chanting goshawks, black-shouldered ... More about Bagatelle Game Ranch -
Desert Rhino Camp
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95% (34 reviews)
There is also a bird-bath in front of the camp's lapa, and a large number of birds in the area. On our last visit, some of our more interesting sightings included the Benguela long-billed lark, Ludwig's bustard, the African hawk-eagle and the tractrac chat. More about Desert Rhino Camp -
Doro Nawas
|91% (204 reviews)
This dry area has surprisingly good birding, including a few local species such as Rüpell's korhaan and Monteiro's hornbill that have very restricted distributions. Other commonly seen birds include pale chanting goshawks and booted eagles. After the rains, ... More about Doro Nawas -
Elegant Farmstead
|91% (21 reviews)
The Elegant Farmstead is on the farm previously known as Otjisazu Guest Farm. Situated approximately an hour-and-a-half's drive north-east of Windhoek, this lodge re-opened in September 2010, having been extensively renovated. In an area of commercial farmland, on our last ... More about Elegant Farmstead -
Erongo Wilderness Lodge
|95% (190 reviews)
The Erongo Mountains are great for keen birders. In and around the lodge many species are common ranging from small sunbirds through to Verreaux's Eagles. On our last visit, sightings included the red-billed and Hartlaub's francolin, rosy-faced lovebird, pale-winged ... More about Erongo Wilderness -
Ichingo Chobe River Lodge
|96% (9 reviews)
Ichingo is on a lush island between the Chobe and Zambezi rivers, and this is a top bird-watching destination. Some of the Okavango's specials are found here, as well as highly unusual species like the rock pratincoles, which frequent the bubbling rapids. More about Ichingo Chobe Lodge -
Impalila Island Lodge
|100% (5 reviews)
Being on a lush island between the Chobe and Zambezi rivers, Impalila Island Lodge is a top bird-watching destination. Some of the Okavango's specials are found here, as well as highly unusual species like the rock pratincoles, which frequent the bubbling rapids. Other ... More about Impalila Island Lodge -
Kuidas Camp
|100% (1 review)
On the journey up to Kuidas Camp you will get the chance to see a variety of birds living in vastly different environments. You will fly over flocks of brightly coloured flamingoes and see coastal, desert and mountain species from ground level as well. More about Kuidas Camp -
Kunene River Camp
|100% (1 review)
Situated in such a diverse area, Kunene River camp is an ideal location to see a wide variety of species. Birds seen vary from aquatic species on the perennial waters here, to endemic desert varieties and those that inhabit dense riverine vegetation. More about Kunene River Camp -
Leylandsdrift Camp
|100% (1 review)
On the journey to Leylandsdrift Camp, we saw sea-birds at Terrace Bay, and then lappet-faced vultures from the air near camp. On our last visit, sightings from camp included red-billed francolins, scimitar-billed wood hoopoe, western red-footed falcon and the endemic Monteiro's ... More about Leylandsdrift Camp -
Little Ongava
|97% (6 reviews)
Birding on the Ongava Reserve and in Etosha is very good with over 300 species of bird, including ten out of Namibia's 14 endemics, such as the violet wood-hoopoe, bare-cheeked babbler, red-necked falcon and Carp's tit. More about Little Ongava -
Mundulea Reserve
|97% (21 reviews)
One of Mundulea's great attractions is the excellent level of guiding, including some first-class birding experiences. The environment here is varied, from kopjes to open plains, attracting a good variety of birds, such as Rueppell’s parrot, paradise flycatchers, and plenty of raptors... More about Mundulea Reserve -
Ntwala Island Lodge
|80% (2 reviews)
Being on a lush island between the Chobe and Zambezi rivers, Ntwala is a top bird-watching destination. Some of the Okavango's specials are found nearby, as well as highly unusual species like the rock pratincoles, which frequent the bubbling rapids. More about Ntwala Island Lodge -
Okonjima Bush Camp
|97% (110 reviews)
The guided and self-guided walks around Okonjima can be excellent for bird-watching, and the lodge itself has a variety of watering points, bird-baths, dams and lakes that help to attract in the local birdlife. More about Okonjima Bush Camp -
Okonjima Main Camp
|95% (133 reviews)
There are trails around Okonjima that you can follow with, or without, one of the camp's guides. These pass by a variety of watering points, including dams, lakes and even bird-baths – all of which attract the local birdlife. It's a good spot for seeking the ... More about Okonjima Main Camp -
Ongava Lodge
|87% (56 reviews)
Birdlife in Ongava Reserve and neighboring Etosha is prolific. With over 340 species to be seen, amongst them 10 of Namibia's 14 endemic bird species most 'twitchers' will be kept busy here. Local specials include the Namaqua sandgrouse, short-toed rock thrush, ... More about Ongava Lodge -
Ongava Tented Camp
|91% (59 reviews)
Birding on the Ongava Reserve and in Etosha is very good with over 300 species of bird, including ten out of Namibia's 14 endemics, such as the violet wood-hoopoe, bare-cheeked babbler, red-necked falcon and Carp's tit. More about Ongava Tented Camp
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