Birdwatching in Tanzania

19 of our favourite places for birdwatching in Tanzania

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Beho Beho
|100% (92 reviews)

The Selous is a good park for travellers who are very keen on birdlife. During our most recent visit in December 2011 we saw a fantastic variety of species including the white-fronted bee-eater, a beautiful hoopoe, a bat hawk, crested guinea fowl and a vibrant red bishop. More about Beho Beho
Beho Beho fly-camping
|96% (25 reviews)

The guides here are real experts on the birdlife, and the Selous is a great area for bird-watching. From the waterbirds found in the floodplains and lakes around the Rufiji River, to the dry-country raptors in the Beho Beho Hills from which the camp takes it name - it's ... More about Beho Beho fly-camp
Grumeti River Camp
|94% (7 reviews)

Over 360 bird species have been recorded in the Serengeti’s western corridor; six are endemic to the Serengeti Plains. These include the black-headed gonolek with its striking crimson breast; the silverbird, an elegant flycatcher; the Karamoja apalis, a small warbler; Fischer’s ... More about Grumeti River Camp
Jongomero Camp
|99% (16 reviews)

Ruaha's unique position at the centre of Tanzania, north of Selous but south of most of Tanzania's other parks, gives it an interested cross section of birds; a fascinating park for the bird-watcher. More about Jongomero Camp
Kwihala Camp
|98% (49 reviews)

Ruaha National Park has an extraordinary diversity of birds – with over 520 different species recorded. Mid-November to March is a great time for keen birdwatchers to visit this park. More about Kwihala Camp
Mdonya Old River Camp
|91% (80 reviews)

Ruaha's unique position at the centre of Tanzania, north of Selous but south of most of Tanzania's other parks, gives it an interested cross section of birds; a fascinating park for the bird-watcher. More about Mdonya Old River Camp
Mwagusi Safari Camp
|94% (64 reviews)

Ruaha's unique position at the centre of Tanzania gives it an interested cross section of birds - and makes it a fascinating park for the bird-watcher.Early-morning bird-walksare a very popular activity at the camp - checking out the dawn chorus with a guide before breakfast... More about Mwagusi Safari Camp
Oliver's Camp
|91% (28 reviews)

Tarangire National Park is the best park in Tanzania for birdwatching. Avid twitchers will enjoy sitting in the central 'mess tent' at Oliver's and looking out into the surrounding acacias where you might spot flycatchers, superb starlings, morning thrushes, ... More about Oliver's Camp
Ruaha River Lodge
|84% (5 reviews)

Ruaha's unique position at the centre of Tanzania, north of Selous but south of most of Tanzania' other parks, gives it an interested cross section of birds - and makes it a fascinating park for the bird-watcher. More about Ruaha River Lodge
Rufiji River fly-camping
|90% (2 reviews)

Selous Game Reserve is a classic area for bird-watching, from the waterbirds found in the lakes and floodplains that surround the Rufiji River, to the dry-country raptors in the hills to the north More about Rufiji River fly-camp
Sable Mountain Lodge

To see a variety of bird life, perhaps do some walking whilst at Sable Mountain and head out into the dense brachystegia forest. This is a great place for birds and you can expect to see a host of forest species including the exquisite Livingstone's turaco, a variety ... More about Sable Mountain Lodge
Sand Rivers Camp
|95% (37 reviews)

The Selous Game Reserve is a great park to see a real variety of bird species. When we were here last, we saw different types of kingfisher, birds of prey, hornbills and a great deal more. The Sand Rivers hide is a fantastic place to camp out for a few hours and observe ... More about Sand Rivers Camp
Sand Rivers fly-camping
|97% (6 reviews)

Selous is a great area for bird-watching - and these fly-camps deep in the bush, combined with walks around the fly-camp area, are excellent to really experience the Selous and get to know the birdlife there. More about Sand Rivers fly-camp
Sand Rivers walking mobile
|100% (3 reviews)

The walking guides are excellent and the Selous is a great area for bird-watching - and covering the ground on foot is a superb way to really experience the Selous. More about Sand Rivers walking
Selous Impala Camp
|96% (176 reviews)

The Selous Game Reserve is a great place to enjoy watching a variety of birds. On our last visit to Impala Camp in October 2011 our favourite sightings were malachite kingfishers, very regal-looking African fish eagles, and dozens of carmine bee-eaters building their nests ... More about Impala Camp
Selous Impala fly-camp
|92% (28 reviews)

The Selous Game Reserve is a great place to enjoy watching a variety of birds. On our last visit to Impala Camp we spotted beautifully delicate malachite kingfishers and regal African fish eagles. Heading out fly-camping gives you the option of exploring deeper into the ... More about Impala fly-camping
Selous Private Camp

The Selous is a wonderful park for those that are interested in seeing a variety of birds. When we were last there we saw a fantastic number of species, including the ground hornbill, hadeda ibis, brown-headed parrot and white-fronted bee-eater. More about Selous Private Camp
Selous Safari Camp Fly-camping
|100% (2 reviews)

Selous Game Reserve is a classic area for bird-watching, from the waterbirds found in the lakes and floodplains that surround the Rufiji River, to the dry-country raptors in the hills to the north More about Selous Safari fly-camp
Siwandu (Selous Safari Camp)
|98% (31 reviews)

With a wonderful location right on the river, the bird-watching is great from Selous Safari Camp itself. With a wonderful location on the river, birdwatching around Siwandu is great. The guides are knowledgeable guides and there’s a wide variety of species. We had no problems ... More about Siwandu (Selous Safari)