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With its combination of superb scenery, accessible endemic birds, abundant game, and excellent infrastructure, Namibia has a great deal to offer traveling birders. Much of the southern and western parts of the country are covered by the spectacular Namib desert – stark stony plains in the north and south, with sand sea in-between. Running roughly down the centre of the country is the Namibian escarpment, cloaked largely with arid woodland and hosting many of the country`s specials. In the far north, beyond the famous game reserve of Etosha, lies the relatively low-lying plain of Ovamboland, where much of the country's mere 1.5 million people live. The northern border with Angola is delineated by the Cunene River, which provides several bird specials. East of Ovamboland, a peculiar finger of land along of the Kavango and Zambezi Rivers forms the Caprivi Strip, and offers tropical birding quite unlike that of the rest of the country. Although the country possesses just one true endemic (Dune Lark, a Namib special); a further host of near-endemics extend only marginally into inaccessible Angola, are most easily found in Namibia. These include Gray's Lark, Rüppell's Korhaan and Herero Chat in the Namib desert, and escarpment specials such as White-tailed Shrike, Violet Woodhoopoe, Rockrunner, Bare-cheeked Babbler, Rüppell's Parrot, Carp's Black Tit and Hartlaub's Francolin. The Cunene River basin in far northern Ovamboland is possibly the best place in the world to find the romantically-named Cinderella Waxbill, and in the southern African region Grey Kestrel and Rufous-tailed Palm Thrush are found only here. Heading eastwards, the moist Caprivi strip offers easy access to Okavango specials such as Slaty Egret, as well as superb woodland birding including Sharp-tailed Starling. |
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Erongo Mountains
Satellite ViewLocated in central Namibia, this is one of Namibia's top birding spots. The area is particularly good to see species such as Hartlaub's Francolin, Rockrunner, Short-toed Rock Thrush and Freckled Nightjar, Bearded, Bennett's, Golden-tailed and Cardinal Woodpeckers.
Hardap
Satellite ViewThe Hardap dam and Recreational Resort offers a rich diversity of bird life. A number of species reach their northern limit to their range here at Hardap. Birds include: Ostrich, White Pelican, Reed Cormorant, Darter, Goliath and Purple Heron, Little and Dwarf Bittern, African Black Duck, African Fish Eagle, Pygmy Falcon, Ludwig's Bustard, Namaqua Dove, Rosy-faced Lovebird, Pied and Giant Kingfisher, Olive, Groundscraper and Short-toed Thrush, Cape and Karoo and Kalahari Robin, Cinnamon-breasted warbler, Fairy Flycatcher, Dusky, Marico and Scarlet-chested Sunbird, Pin-tailed Whydah.
Impalila Island
Satellite ViewThe Island is located at the confluence of the Zambezi and Chobe Rivers. A combination of floodplain, open grassland, mopane and riverine woodland as well as papyrus-lined waterways make this a birdwatching paradise. Birds such as Pel's Fishing Owl, Rock Pratincole, African Finfoot, White-backed Night Heron, Brown Firefinch, Coppery Sunbird, Chirping Cisticola, Redfaced Cisticola, Coppery-tailed Coucal are easily found and regularly seen.
Kaudom
Satellite ViewThe Kaudom, which can only be attempted in 4x4 vehicles, is known as one of few remaining parks in Africa where the bush wilderness has not been disturbed by human intervention. Elephant, lion and hyena still rule here! The park is unfenced, enabling the animals to follow their natural migration routes. As there are no shops/service stations you have to carry all fuel and supplies for the duration of your safari. Species occurring in the area include Bradfield's Hornbill, Cinnamon-breasted Tit, Black-faced Babbler, Sharp-tailed Starling, and Yellow-throated Sandgrouse. The area has a particularly high diversity of raptors. Noteworthy residents include Dickinson's Kestrel, Western Banded Snake Eagle, Bateleur Eagle, Red-necked Falcon, Martial Eagle. Summer visitors include Steppe Eagle, Lesser-spotted Eagle, Western Red-footed Kestrel.
Okonjima
Satellite ViewWest of the Waterberg Plateau, the vast plains are occasionally broken by the remnants of the Etjo sandstone, which once covered large areas of northern Namibia. Nestled amongst one of these relics – the Omboroko Mountains – lies Okonjima; home of the Africat Foundation. At Okonjima you will see the Africat Foundation at work, learn more about leopard and cheetah, and have excellent photographic opportunities. This is also a very good birding spot. Birds include: Monteiro's Hornbill, Hartlaub's Francolin, Rock-runner, White–tailed Shrike, Namaqua, Burchell's and Double-banded Sandgrouse.
Spitzkoppe
Satellite ViewThe Spitzkoppe is a large granite inselberg that rises 600 meters above the surrounding plains. Its resemblance to the famous Swiss mountain earned it the name of the Matterhorn of Africa. Birds include: African Black or Verreaux's Eagle, Augur Buzzard, Hartlaub's Francolin, Ludwig's Bustard, Ruppell's Korhaan, Ruppell's Parrot, Rosy-faced Lovebird, Bradfield's Swift, Monteiro's Hornbill, Stark's Lark, Gray's Lark, Long-billed Lark, Carp's Black Tit, Bare-cheeked Babbler, Herero Chat, Rock-runner, White-tailed Shrike, Dusky Sunbird.
Walvis Bay Wetlands
Satellite ViewThe Walvis Bay wetlands form the most extensive shallow coastal wetland in southern Africa. The lagoon supports a great number of resident wetland birds as well as numerous palearctic and intra-African species. Birds include: African Black Oystercatcher, Damara Tern, Hartlaub's Gull, South African Shelduck, Cape Cormorant, Cape Gannet, White-fronted Plover, Chestnut-banded Plover, Terek Sandpiper, Grey and Red-necked Phalarope.
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Number of bird species: 701
Number of endemics: 1
Dune Lark Certhilauda erythrochlamys
Dune Lark Certhilauda erythrochlamys
A Birding Trip to the Western Cape and Namibia (Including far north Botswana)
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Birding in Namibia
An Illustrated Guide to Selected Sites Eckart Damasius and Christine Marais 204 pages, col illus, b/w illus. Gamsberg Macmillan 1999ISBN: 9991601902
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Newman's Birds of Southern Africa
Kenneth Newman 527 pages, col photos, col plates, maps. New Holland Publishers 2002ISBN: 1868727351
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Photographic Guide to Birds of Prey of Southern, Central and East Africa
David Allan, Peter Hayman (Illustrator) Paperback - 144 pages ( 1 November, 1996) New Holland Publishers (UK)ISBN: 1853689033
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Sasol Birds of Southern Africa (3rd Edition)
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Southern African Birdfinder
Where to find 1400 bird species in southern Africa and Madagascar Callan Cohen, Claire Spottiswoode and Jonathan Rossouw 456 pages, 80 col photos, 100 maps, pull-out route map. New Holland Publishers 2006ISBN: 1868727254
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Watching Birds in Southern Africa: Bird Field List
Kenneth Newman 22 pages, tabs. Southern Book Publishers 1998ISBN: 1868127591
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African Bird Club
WebsiteNational Park, from the flamingo-thronged, coastal lagoons of the cold Atlantic Ocean to the land-locked papyrus swamps of the Okavango River, Namibia offers excellent birding in an amazing variety of bird-rich habitats. With sixteen near-endemics and a host of specials that are difficult to see elsewhere, a visit to Namibia is an essential part of the southern African birding experience...
Namibian National Biodiversity Programme 2010
WebsiteBird Department Namibia National Museum
Namibia, with its wide variety of habitats, ranging from extreme desert to thorn tree savannah to subtropical riverine and swamp habitats, understandably has a lot to offer in the way of birds, and, with a well developed network of roads, most of the region is easily accessible. Setting down at Windhoek international airport in the morning, one is instantly transported into birding holiday mode by a swirling cloud of Bradfield`s Swifts, feverishly hawking the insects attracted by the airport`s bright lights during the past night. Bradfield`s Swift is one of the many species of birds found only in the south-western arid region of Africa.
Etosha National Park
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The summers are ideal for birding in Etosha National Park. While game viewing benefits from dry conditions, the summer rains turn some of the vast pans into seasonal lakes and attract migratory and wetland species. Etosha is home to 340 bird species, about a third of which are migratory. The avian residents of the park make up an eclectic mix that ranges from flamingos to the colourful lilac-breasted roller and eagles soaring high above...
IBAs
WebsiteThere are 19 Important Bird Areas (IBAs) designated by BirdLife International in Namibia which total 108,400 km2 equivalent to about 13% of the land area. 17 of the sites are important for species of global conservation concern..
Namib Naukluft Park
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The following mammals are likely to be seen: steenbok, springbok, oryx, kudu, mountain zebra, dassie rat, chacma baboon, rock dassie, klipspringer. Up to 200 bird species have been recorded in the area...
NamibRand Nature Reserve
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The NamibRand Nature Reserve, located in southern Namibia, is a private nature reserve established to help protect and conserve the unique ecology and wildlife of the south-west Namib Desert. Conserving the pro-Namib, the area along the eastern edge of the Namib Desert, is critically important in order to facilitate seasonal migratory wildlife routes and to protect biodiversity. It is probably the largest private nature reserve in Southern Africa, extending over an area of 172,200 ha. The Reserve shares a 100km border with the Namib-Naukluft National Park in the west and is bordered in the east by the imposing Nubib Mountains. Virtually all facets of the Namib Desert are represented on the Reserve – sand and gravel plains and stretches of savanna alternate with mountain ranges and vegetated dune belt...
Ongava Game Reserve
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Welcome to the Ongava Game Reserve Website. Move your cursor over the map on the left to take a virtual journey through the reserve.
Waterberg Plateau Park in Namibia
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Towering some 200m above the surrounding landscape, the plateau with its sheer cliffs and fascinating rock formations is the habitat and breeding ground of several game species...
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2000 [September] - Cliff Buckton
ReportWe toured Namibia on an independent fly-drive basis with flights, car hire and pre-booked accommodation arranged through Sunvil Discovery in London. They provided an efficient, professional service with lots of good advice, and constructive help when some of our first choice accommodation turned out to be fully booked. The Air Namibia flights were of reasonable standard, although the frequency of their flights to London (only one a week) meant that we had to take a connecting Lufthansa flight to Frankfurt on the outward journey which added considerably to the overall journey time...
2001 [September] - Ian Broadbent - Botswana, Namibia and Victoria Falls
ReportThis was the first trip to Africa for my wife and I, and it proved to be an excellent introduction to the wildlife and culture of the region...
2002 [December] - Phil and Charlotte Benstead
ReportWe followed a fairly standard itinerary but were able to get right to the end of the Caprivi Strip which is now secure. This paid off in terms of the number of birds we were able to see there. One site we missed out in order to have time in the Caprivi was Rundu, and we dipped a few wetland species as a result...
2002 [February] - Ron Hoff - Western Cape Province and Namibia
ReportOut trip basically made a loop in the northern half of Namibia, with a 2-night visit to Shakawe Lodge, about 40km into the northwest part of Botswana, and then did a loop in the southern portion of the Western Cape Province. Christian was our leader in the Namibia part at the beginning of the trip. When we got back to Cape Town, we had one leader each day for the first three days, and then Callan Cohen took over for the final 7 days of the trip. All of these people were first rate and did a great job...
2002 [July] - John Bannon
ReportA journey through 2,000 million year old landscapes,with the world`s oldest deserts, the second largest canyon, highest dunes and biggest surviving iron meteorite. Not to mention; 600 plus bird species...
2002 [March] - Chris Hines
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2003 [February] - Christian Wagner - How to find the Namibian Endemics
ReportThis report is the result of the preparation for and the experiences made on a 4 week trip to Namibia and Northern Botswana. The major aim of the trip was, to find the Namibian endemics and near-endemics. So the focus of this report is on these species. I hope that it will be useful, in order to find the Namibian specials...
2003 [February] - Julian Thomas
ReportStuart Holdsworth was the first to mention the Naturetrek tour to Namibia as a possible next foreign trip. I um’d and ah’d a bit, but nearly everyone I spoke to who had been on it had raved about it, so in the end four of us from Somerset decided to give it a go. The other two were Alastair Stevenson and Paul Bowyer – for all bar Stuart it was to be our first visit to Africa. The other 12 participants (7 men and 5 women) were a good mix of ages and experiences from central and southern England...
2003 [November] John van der Woude
ReportThis was a great trip to a totally new region. We started at Cape Town, for the Cape specialties plus the Cape flora, and then went up along the West Coast and the dry interior of western South Africa to Namibia. There we drove through the wild scenery of the Namib desert to the famous Walvis Bay region, and then along the Erongo mountains and Etosha national park to the Okavango river in the savannah region in the northeast. We rounded the trip off with visits to the Waterberg and the Daan Viljoen parks in central Namibia, and flew home from Windhoek...
2003 [October] Eduard Sangster
ReportCape, Namibia, Botswana, Kruger, Swaziland and Kwazulu-Natal...
2004 [December] - Richard Rae
ReportThis is a report on a trip to Namibia and northern Botswana by Richard Rae and Emer Callanan. The trip was based around the best birding sites, and most time was spent on birding, although some time was also spent doing other activities, which resulted in some species being missed that would probably have been seen on a hard-core birding trip...
2004 [November] - John Dempsey
ReportOn the 23rd Oct Andrew Price and myself set off on 15 day birding trip to Namibia this is a first hand account of the trip and of the fauna encountered throughout the duration of the trip. The information set out below is as accurate as possible made in good faith and with the best intentions to aid anyone thinking of birding Namibia. Not all the 275 birds species and 28 mammal species found will be mentioned below although some repeat species will be mentioned form time to time...
2005 [February] - Rosemary Royle - Namibia in the Wet Season
Report...We saw 29 species of birds of prey, including vultures, but very few were new to us. Pale Chanting Goshawks were conspicuous and beautiful and shared the telephone poles with Steppe Buzzards and Greater Kestrels...
2006 [December] - David & Amanda Mason - Namibia & the Okavango Panhandle
Report...We visited vast areas of pristine wilderness, from the ochre-coloured dunes of the Namib Desert to the lily-choked backwaters of the Okavango Delta and the flamingo-studded lagoons of the Skeleton Coast to the game-filled waterholes of Etosha National Park...
2006 [December] - Pat & Judy Hayes - Real Birder
ReportSuffice to say, it was agreed that we would produce an itinerary which Rockjumper would fine tune, cost and return, for our approval. The itinerary was a well tried & tested one, Walvis Bay, Etosha, the Caprivi Strip & the Okavango Panhandle. It soon became apparent that a trip of more than the standard 14 days was required so we opted for 17 days birding with 2 days travelling to and from Namibia.
2006 [December] – Cuan Rush - Namibia & the Okavango Panhandle
Report...A long day awaited us, so we enjoyed an early breakfast at Tamboti and then headed out towards Walvis Bay. Shortly after hitting the dirt track we descended into a deep dry river valley and we were extremely fortunate to encounter a covey of the highly sought-after near-endemic Orange River Francolin...
2006 [January] - Frances Gatens
ReportNamibia is a very large country in south west Africa; the capital is Windhoek a very modern city. The population of the country is mainly centred around the few main towns and numbers about 2 million. It is a multi-cultural society and seems very safe for visitors...
2006 [November] - Derek Scott
Report...Our epic journey of 4,875 km through this fascinating region lived up to all expectations, and was remarkably trouble free, thanks to the excellent condition of the roads, superb accommodation and very friendly and helpful service. There had been some last-minute changes to the itinerary which meant that our trip up to the north-east of Namibia and the Okavango came at the beginning of the tour rather than at the end, but this worked very well, despite adding a couple of hundred kilometres to the driving...
2006 [October] - Bo Beolens
ReportThis leg was a truly marvellous 2-week multi-nation birding safari. The adventure first sampled one of the richest birding regions in Africa, the Victoria Falls/Caprivi/Okavango region. This is one of the greatest bird (both water birds and woodland species) and mammal havens on earth. The itinerary then took us westwards into increasingly dryer habitats and eventually into the very heart of the Namib Desert with its beautiful, rugged mountains, gravel plains, camelthorn-lined dry riverbeds, dunes and more. The stunning, scenically diverse Namib Desert (which extends into southern Angola) is inhabited by a host of endemic bird species. Finally, this leg ended on the Namib Coast. Here, Namibia’s only true endemic (Dune Lark) displays above sparsely vegetated red sand dunes, the diminutive, endangered Damara Tern reaches its highest densities anywhere, the beautiful Chestnut-banded Plover runs over the sand, and an amazing spectacle of flamingos, pelicans, waders and grebes work the Walvis Bay Lagoon...
2006 [October] -Cuan Rush
ReportThe trip started off in a staggered fashion, with half the participants arriving before the tour had officially begun and the rest landing in Namibia on the starting day of the tour. So on the morning of the 13th the first group was lead around Avis Dam and we were soon clocking-up our debut Namibian specials...
2007 [February] - Sonia Santa Anna
ReportWe decided to travel to Namibia after our friends Linda and Jeff moved there. Linda suggested we wait until January 2007 so she could get used to the place and her knowledge did help us immensely when planning the trip. Unfortunately, during that wait Linda got a job and so couldn't accompany us as much as we would have liked. We were very sad she was not with us for the whole trip...
2007 [July] - Lawson's Birding and Wildlife Tours; Namibia and Botswana.
ReportThis all-encompassing Namibia and Botswana tour produced and excellent total of 350 bird species considering it was mid-winter with a distinct absence of intra-African and Palearctic migratory species. For me Namibia is a special place - a vast country with spectacular scenery, brimming with endemic birds...
2007 [November] - Lawson's Birding and Wildlife Tours - Western Cape & Namibia
ReportWe spent the entire morning birding the bird-rich Walvis Bay Lagoon. Our method of driving, stopping, scoping and scanning paid off and we had super views of most of the waders found here. This lagoon is one of the top three in Africa for waders, and we could see why!
2007 [October] - Marcus Lilje
Report2008 [January] - Trevor Hardaker
Report[Follow My Trips Link] - With over 660 species recorded in Namibia, it is surprising that it only has one true endemic bird, Dune Lark. However, it does have a number of near-endemic species where the major part of the species' range is in Namibia and the range extends only marginally into neighbouring countries. These are Hartlaub's Spurfowl, Ruppell's Korhaan, Ruppell's Parrot, Rosy-faced Lovebird, Bradfield's Swift, Violet Woodhoopoe, Damara Hornbill, Monteiro's Hornbill, Barlow's Lark, Gray's Lark, Benguela Long-billed Lark, Carp's Tit, Black-faced Babbler, Bare-cheeked Babbler, Herero Chat, Rockrunner and White-tailed Shrike. With this in mind, it is a definite destination for any serious world birder to visit...
2008 [July] - Benji Schwartz & Ken Behrens
ReportFrom magnificent sand dunes and stunning desert landscape to the forests of the Caprivi Strip and mammal filled parks such as Etosha, Namibia is one of Africa's premier travel destinations. Less visited than many of the more famous regions of East Africa, the still pristine landscape, unique culture, and amazing mammal and bird viewing opportunities make Namibia a unique and fabulous African experience...
2009 [August] - Mark Finn
Report...Along the Atlantic coast at Walvis Bay and Swakopmund we recorded good numbers of waders, cormorants and gulls including uncommon species in Bank Cormorant and Caspian Plover. Nambia is also a great place for larks with Dune, Gray’s, Stark’s and Spike-heeled all being seen. Waterburg was our last stop of the tour where we caught up with Rueppell’s Parrots another Namibian speciality...
2009 [October] - Keith Valentine
ReportWindhoek was the starting point of our exciting overland adventure that would see us travel through the seemingly endless Namib Desert, explore the vastness of the protected woodlands and savanna surrounding Etosha Pan, enjoy the wonders of the Okavango Delta in Botswana, and finish off at the mighty Victoria Falls in Zambia...
2009 [September] - Ken Behrens
ReportNamibia often flies under the radar of world travelers, particularly those from North America, despite being one of the jewels of the African continent. It offers an unprecedented combination of birds, mammals, and scenery...
2010 [August] - Josh Engel & Charley Hesse
ReportThis trip produced highlights too numerous to list. We saw virtually all of the specialties we sought, including escarpment specialties like Rockrunner, White-tailed Shrike, Hartlaub’s Francolin, Herero Chat and Violet Wood-hoopoe and desert specialties like Dune and Gray’s Larks and Rueppell’s Korhaan...
2010 [August] - Ken Behrens
ReportNamibia offers a remarkable combination of beautiful landscapes, unique birds, and some of the best mammal viewing in the world. All of these can be experienced while based in excellent accommodation and enjoying great food...
2010 [July] - Glen Valentine
ReportFrom the vast, ochre dunes of the ancient Namib Desert and game-filled savannas of Etosha to the endless papyrus-lined channels of the idyllic Okavango Panhandle and thunderous Victoria Falls, our adventure through the Southern African countries of Namibia, Botswana and Zambia produced unrivalled vistas and mouth- watering birds and mammals in a land of awe and inspiration...
2011 [August] - Keith Valentine - Namibia, Botswana & Zambia
ReportThe countries of Namibia, Botswana and briefly Zambia played host to an incredible overland adventure that was thoroughly enjoyed in every possible way. The birding and mammal viewing was exceptional throughout and every micro habitat was appreciated as we explored the vast desert flats of the Namib, scoured Etosha for its plentiful game, cruised the rivers and backwaters of the Okavango and, finally, stood in awe of the magnificent Victoria Falls….
2011 [December] - Steve Brain
ReportOur tour commenced on the morning of 12th December, with the first five members of our group spending about two hours birding near Avis Dam before returning to meet up with the rest of the team, who had arrived a little later. The walk at Avis was slow as the terrain was tough and the birds were good….
2011 [October] - Rainer Summers - Namibia, Botswana & Zambia
ReportNamibia is a great destination for birding and more general nature enthusiasts alike, with its lovely parks and scenery, good infrastructure, and some excellent accommodations! We began our adventure in the capital, Windhoek, before exploring the coast and central Namibia, after which we headed north towards the Caprivi Strip and the verdant, tropical lands of this zone and adjacent northern Botswana and Zambia. We amassed a total of 404 bird and 51 mammal species in the process….
2011 [September] - Rainer Summers - South Africa’s Western & Northern Cape & Namibia
ReportThe western half of southern Africa is an enthralling area that exhibits huge contrasts – scenically stunning Cape Town and its equally enthralling endemics, the rich oceanic waters off of Cape Point, and the semi-arid Northern Cape – that little-populated segment of South Africa more famous for its wilderness and wild animals than it is for its breath-taking beauty….
2012 [April] - Martin Coath
ReportOn April 14th 8 of us including 2 married couples left Heathrow, dallied at Frankfurt and flew overnight in a Namibian Airlines A340/300 series plane for 10 not very comfortable hours to Windhoek. As we waited outside the terminal building for our inspirational leader, Callan Cohen of Birding Africa, we were able to get close views of the local Rock Martins, as well as Palm and Little Swifts and a Groundscraper Thrush...
2013 [March] - Neil McLeod - Namibia, Botswana & Zambia
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Frantic Naturalist
Tour OperatorNatural History Tours - Small group tailor-made tours for those who share our passion for nature...
Nomtsas Safaris
Tour OperatorNomtsas Safaris is a nature friendly and ecologically orientated undertaking, established for those who love and like to experience nature. We cater for those who have exclusive and individual interests, rely on knowledgeable and professional guidance and want to find themselves well looked after...
Rainbow Tours
Tour OperatorThis company has run birding tours to Namibia...
Rockjumper Birding Tours
Tour OperatorWith sixteen near-endemics and numerous other special species, Namibia is an essential destination for any serious birder. The country also lays claim to the world’s oldest desert, highest sand dunes and one of Africa’s most famous wildlife reserves – Etosha National Park. We offer both set-departures and customized private tours to Namibia.
Safariwise - Birdwatching in Namibia
Tour OperatorNamibia is home to well over 650 bird species, making it a rich birding region. The parts in Namibia with fewer birds are certainly not wasted to birders...indeed it is in these drier regions where the many of Namibia's specials are found. These include the endemic Dune Lark and numerous other near endemics and other dry region specials...
Sunbird Tours
Tour OperatorRelax in the endless vastness of the Namib Desert and view the wildlife of the Botswana Okavango Swamps - an unmatched contrast...
Tropical Birding
Tour OperatorWe are an innovative and rapidly-growing company offering superb birding tours to many tropical destinations throughout the world. One of the things that sets us apart is our commitment to protecting the same birds that we love to show our clients. We are running several tours in conjuction with BirdLife International where we will donate half, or in a few cases ALL of the profits to bird conservation!
Erongo Wilderness Lodge
AccommodationThere is a special wilderness area, encircled by Erongo Mountains, where the desert, mountain, and bushveld ecosystems combine. Here, in a secluded valley, you will find ten luxury tented chalets in a dramatic setting of granite boulders and breathtaking views...
Hobatere Lodge
Accommodation...Hobatere offers a unique rustic tree house overlooking a waterhole, where one can overnight and experience the nocturnal sound of Africa. A private retreat for the closest possible contact with nature...
Huab Lodge & Bush SPA
AccommodationEnjoy the comforts of the lodge, the relaxed atmosphere and the personal attention as well as the stunning landscape with its impressive variety of animal and plant life. There are more than 200 bird species which have been positively identified, amongst these 10 endemics and several near-endemics such as Bare-cheeked Babbler, Damara Rock-runner, Violet Wood-hoopoe, Carp's Black Tit, Rüppel's Parrot, Pale-winged Starling, Hartlaub's Spurfowl (francolin) and Monteiro's Hornbill...
Impalila Island Lodge
AccommodationDiverse habitats are home to a richness of bird life, which attract the most discerning specialists. Island walks, floodplain, makoro explorations or boat trips to remote sandbanks with experienced guides to find the rarities and migrants…
Kansimba Game Lodge
AccommodationKansimba Game Lodge is conveniently geographically situated in the heart of Namibia, north-west of Windhoek, the capital. It is within easy drive of all the major attractions, such as the Skeleton Coast, the Etosha Game Park and the Namib Naukluft Park.
Langholm Hotel
AccommodationProtea Hotel - Walvis Bay
AccommodationNice clean and well appointed boutique hotel... Fatbirder Recommended [And while you are staying here try a meal at the nearby 'Raft' restaurant and watch cape fur seals, and gulls, pelicans and all from the dining room!]
Roys Camp - Waterberg Plateau
AccommodationRoy's Camp is perfectly situated on the B8 main-road from Grootfontein - Rundu, 56 km north of Grootfontein. An ideal stop over to northern Namibia, Caprivi and Bushmanland, being just 230 km from Tsumkwe. Whether coming from the North, South, East or West, you will find Roy's a clean, hospitable and welcoming experience. The individual bungalows each has its own character and is placed in such a way that you experience maximum nature while here...
Southern Africa Birding
AccommodationBirding Resources for Southern Africa. - This site is about birds and birding in South Africa and the Southern African region, including Namibia, Botswana, Zimbabwe, Mozambique, Swaziland, Lesotho, and Zambia. The region`s best birding sites are featured under Birding Spots, together with birding resources under Bird guides, tours and Accommodation. The latest rare bird sightings are posted on our Twitchers` Tales page, What`s On highlights major events, and Birding Organisations puts you in touch with other birders and organisations working towards bird conservation.
Frantic Naturalist
BlogI am an avid naturalist, in the sense that I am enthusiastic about many aspects of nature. I am a guide and I run a Namibian Tour company: Frantic Naturalist Tours and Safaris…
Photographer - Cliff Buckton
GalleryAll the photographs below were taken by me during our September 2000 holiday in Namibia.
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