Wild South Africa: Cape to The Greater Kruger

Bird Count:

Over 400.

Speed:

Slow/medium.

Tour difficulty:

Easy – few long drives, that’s it. 

When to visit:

Birding in South Africa is generally fantastic all year, but to nitpick the prime birding season in South Africa falls between November to Februrary. This period highlights most species in vibrant breeding plumage, featuring captivating display behaviours of whydahs, widowbirds and bishops. Additionally, it’s when many migrants make their presence felt, so the count will be high. If you’re not fond of cold weather, you might want to consider a trip during the spring, summer, or Autumn seasons. However, certain regions, such as Kruger, Zululand, and the Kgalagadi/Kalahari, maintain mild temperatures even during winter (though the latter area can get cold at night).

Sustainability:

Wild Birding designs birding and wildlife holidays that support conservation, empower local communities, and tread lightly. We work exclusively with trusted local guides and conservation-minded lodges, avoid crowded circuits, and keep group sizes small to minimise our impact. We actively encourage guests to take part in citizen science through eBird, and we’ve partnered with Sustainable Travel to offer optional carbon offsetting and direct support for local conservation projects.

Price:

Our tailor-made birding tours are custom-designed for each client, making standard pricing difficult. Costs vary based on factors like accommodation, group size, duration, and specific locations. For a personalised quote that matches your taste and budget, please contact us with your requirements.

As an example, this Wild South Africa: Cape To The Greater Kruger costs £3,650 per person, based on a group of 6 individuals staying in top-end mid-range safari lodges with shared twin rooms.

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