Birding Safaris

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If bird watching is your passion then Victoria Falls offers some amazing opportunities to view some rare and exquisite bird life that cannot be found anywhere else in the world.

Over 600 species of birds can be found at this extraordinary location. The area surrounding the Victoria Falls experiences unique climate which makes bird watching in this area both challenging and rewarding.

If you are after a more sedate Victoria Falls experience then the bird watching here is known to be one of the best in the world.

You can expect to see Great White Egrets, Openbilled Storks, Owls and Egyptian Geese. Yellow billed Kites, Pygmy Kingfishers and African pied wagtails are also relatively easy to spot around Victoria Falls. The area surrounding the falls is a rainforest and is home to many different species of exotic birds.

Just listening to the symphony of birdsong in the morning is enough to warm any birdwatcher’s heart.

Birding safari’s are becoming a popular catch phrase here at Victoria Falls on the Zimbabwe and Zambian side as several bird watching companies now offer this as an alternative to regular bird watching excursions. Zambia has some of the highest species-concentrations on the continent and some of the most beautiful and wild birding destinations to get your ticks!

Accompany a knowledgeable guide through the wilderness area surrounding the falls and witness this abundant bird show for yourself!

Victoria Falls is often seen as a tourist trap and in certain seasons it can become quite crowded. Take a break from the hustle and bustle of the falls and adventure tours. A morning spent bird watching is both calming and relaxing.

Bird watching is suitable for the whole family and children in particular love to learn about birds and their mysterious rituals and habits.

Canoe safaris are another way to see the birds here at Victoria Falls. Because canoes are ale to move silently through the area you are able to view the birds from very close by.

Bird watching at Victoria Falls is a spectacular experience for everyone!