Tour Overview
Namibia has a bird list of almost 700 species, with one true endemic and 15 near-endemics, along with many other spectacular species. Most of the country’s special species are found in relatively accessible locations, with very good infrastructure in terms of accommodation and roads. All of this makes Namibia a brilliant birding destination, not just in Africa, but the world.
For serious birders short on time we now have a 3 night/4 day birding trip where we focus on finding as many of the Namibian near-endemics (along with the one true endemic) as possible. Our main targets will be Dune, Gray’s, Benguela Long-billed and Stark’s Lark, Herero Chat, Damara Red-billed and Monteiro’s Hornbill, Carp’s Tit, Rüppell’s Parrot, Rosy-faced Lovebird, Rüppell’s Korhaan, Pririt Batis, Rockrunner and Hartlaub’s Spurfowl.
This tour starts in the capital of Namibia, Windhoek, and from there we continue west through the vast Namib Desert and onto the coastal towns of Walvis Bay and Swakopmund, known for the high concentration of waterbirds. Then we move north through the seemingly inhospitable Damaraland, and then onto the beautiful Erongo Mountains, before heading back south to Windhoek. Besides the brilliant birding opportunities we will enjoy some good game viewing and stunning scenery in one of the most beautiful countries on earth.
This birding trip can be customised according to your personal preferences.
Get more detail about what to expect on this tour: Go to full itinerary
Tour starts and ends in Windhoek
Tour duration: 4 days / 3 night
Type of accommodation: Comfortable, Mid-range
Next departure dates: To be confirmed
Spaces available: Yes
• Walvis Bay & Swakopmund-
Spectacular waterbirds and Namibia’s adventure hotspot
• Erongo Mountains-
Stunning boulder topography and range-restricted birds
• Damaraland-
Dramatic scenery, desert-adapted wildlife and top birds
• Namib Desert-
UNESCO World Heritage Site and surprisingly full of life
• Windhoek-
High-altitude capital city with great birding hotspots nearby
Top Birds:
• Dune Lark
• Gray’s Lark
• Damara Red-billed Hornbill
• Monteiro’s Hornbill
• Damara Tern
• Hartlaub’s Francolin
• Herero Chat
• Rockrunner
• Rüppell’s Parrot
• Violet Wood Hoopoe
• Rüppell’s Korhaan
Top Mammals:
• African Elephant
• Black Rhinoceros
• Lion
• Gemsbok
• Hartmann’s Mountain Zebra
• Giraffe
Optional Activities:
Adventure activity in Swakopmund/Walvis Bay
| ITINERARY OVERVIEW |
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| Day 1 | Start of tour in Windhoek, birding in Windhoek Drive to Walvis Bay and birding in Walvis Bay |
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| Day 2 | Swakopmund birding, drive to Damaraland |
| Day 3 | Damaraland to Erongo Mountains |
| Day 4 | Erongo Mountains, drive to Windhoek, and End of Tour |
Keep in mind that all our tours can be customised according to your specific requirements.
Talk to us at info@naturetravelnamibia.com for more information about this or any other Namibia Safari.