Bird Watching Packages

Explore Kenya's diverse avian species with our specialized birdwatching tours

Our Bird Watching Safaris

Kenya is home to over 1,100 bird species, making it a paradise for bird enthusiasts. Our expert guides will take you to the best birding spots in the country.

3-Day Birdwatching Safari in Kenya

Target Audience: Both beginner and experienced birders.

Key Locations: Lake Naivasha and Lake Nakuru National Park.

Unique Selling Points:

  • Diverse Habitats: Explore freshwater lakes, alkaline lakes, acacia woodlands, and savannahs.
  • Expert Guidance: Accompanied by a professional birding guide who will help identify species and provide insights into their behaviors.
  • Photography Opportunities: Stunning landscapes and close encounters with birds like African Fish Eagles, Flamingos, and Kingfishers.
  • Optional Activities: Guided walks in Crescent Island for birding and wildlife viewing.

Birding Highlights:

  • Lake Naivasha: Over 350 bird species, including African Fish Eagles, Malachite Kingfishers, and Grey Herons.
  • Lake Nakuru: Famous for flamingos, pelicans, and over 400 bird species, including the Great White Pelican and African Spoonbill.
  • Raptors: Spot Augur Buzzards, Verreaux's Eagles, and Martial Eagles.

Accommodation Options:

  • Budget: Fisherman's Camp & Citymax Hotel.
  • Midrange: Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort & Lake Nakuru Lodge.
  • Luxury: Chui Lodge & Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge.

Pricing:

  • Budget: Solo Traveler - $750 | Per Person Sharing - $580.
  • Midrange: Solo Traveler - $950 | Per Person Sharing - $750.
  • Luxury: Solo Traveler - $1,350 | Per Person Sharing - $1,100.
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5-Day Birdwatching Safari in Kenya

Target Audience: Bird enthusiasts looking for a more immersive experience.

Key Locations: Lake Naivasha, Lake Nakuru, Aberdare National Park, and Samburu National Reserve.

Unique Selling Points:

  • Diverse Ecosystems: From lakes and forests to semi-arid landscapes, offering a wide range of bird species.
  • Endemic Species: Spot rare and endemic birds like the Aberdare Cisticola, Golden-winged Sunbird, and Vulturine Guinea fowl.
  • Cultural Interaction: Optional visits to local communities to learn about their traditions and way of life.
  • Wildlife Encounters: While birding, you may also spot rhinos, lions, and giraffes.

Birding Highlights:

  • Lake Naivasha: African Fish Eagles, Jacanas, and Malachite Kingfishers.
  • Lake Nakuru: Flamingos, Great White Pelicans, and Marabou Storks.
  • Aberdare National Park: Forest species like Hartlaub's Turaco and Golden-winged Sunbird.
  • Samburu National Reserve: Dryland species such as Somali Ostriches and Golden Pipits.

Accommodation Options:

  • Budget: Fisherman's Camp, Citymax Hotel, Treetops Hotel, Umoja Camp.
  • Midrange: Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort, Lake Nakuru Lodge, The Ark Lodge.
  • Luxury: Chui Lodge, Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge, Elephant Bedroom Camp.

Pricing:

  • Budget: Solo Traveler - $1,250 | Per Person Sharing - $950.
  • Midrange: Solo Traveler - $1,750 | Per Person Sharing - $1,450.
  • Luxury: Solo Traveler - $2,500 | Per Person Sharing - $2,100.
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8-Day Birdwatching Safari in Kenya

Target Audience: Serious birders and photographers looking for an extensive birding experience.

Key Locations: Lake Naivasha, Lake Nakuru, Aberdare National Park, Samburu National Reserve, and Kakamega Forest.

Unique Selling Points:

  • Comprehensive Coverage: Explore Kenya's most important birding hotspots, from lakes to rainforests.
  • Endemic and Rare Species: Spot rare birds like the Sokoke Scops Owl, Clarke's Weaver, and Turner's Eremomela.
  • Guided Walks and Drives: Expert-led birding walks and game drives to maximize bird sightings.
  • Cultural and Historical Sites: Visit Gede Ruins, an ancient Swahili site surrounded by coastal forest.

Birding Highlights:

  • Lake Naivasha: African Fish Eagles, Jacanas, and Grey Herons.
  • Lake Nakuru: Flamingos, Pelicans, and Raptors.
  • Aberdare National Park: Montane species like Crowned Eagles and Mountain Yellow Warblers.
  • Samburu National Reserve: Dryland species such as Vulturine Guinea fowls and Somali Ostriches.
  • Kakamega Forest: Endemic species like Turner's Eremomela and Great Blue Turaco.

Accommodation Options:

  • Budget: Fisherman's Camp, Citymax Hotel, Treetops Hotel, Umoja Camp, Rondo Retreat Centre, Wildebeest Eco Camp.
  • Midrange: Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort, Lake Nakuru Lodge, The Ark Lodge, Samburu Sopa Lodge, Golf Hotel Kakamega, Sarova Panafric.
  • Luxury: Chui Lodge, Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge, Aberdare Country Club, Elephant Bedroom Camp, Kakamega Forest Lodge, Hemingway's Nairobi.

Pricing:

  • Budget: Solo Traveler - $2,100 | Per Person Sharing - $1,750.
  • Midrange: Solo Traveler - $2,800 | Per Person Sharing - $2,400.
  • Luxury: Solo Traveler - $4,000 | Per Person Sharing - $3,500.
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3-Day Malindi, Watamu & Arabuko Sokoke Birdwatching Safari

Target Audience: Bird enthusiasts interested in coastal and forest birding.

Key Locations: Malindi, Watamu, and Arabuko Sokoke Forest.

Unique Selling Points:

  • Coastal Birding: Explore mangroves, beaches, and marine habitats for unique coastal bird species.
  • Endemic Species: Spot rare birds like the Sokoke Scops Owl, Clarke's Weaver, and Amani Sunbird.
  • Cultural Experience: Visit Gede Ruins, an ancient Swahili site, and learn about the region's history.
  • Relaxation: Combine birding with relaxation on Kenya's pristine beaches.

Birding Highlights:

  • Malindi: Mangrove Kingfishers, Crab Plovers, and Sooty Gulls.
  • Arabuko Sokoke Forest: Endemic species like Sokoke Scops Owl and Clarke's Weaver.
  • Gede Ruins: Sunbirds, flycatchers, and raptors like African Goshawk.

Accommodation Options:

  • Budget: Silversand Residence Malindi, Peponi Guesthouse Watamu.
  • Midrange: Turtle Bay Beach Resort, Temple Point Resort.
  • Luxury: Hemingways Watamu, Medina Palms.

Pricing:

  • Budget: Solo Traveler - $900 | Per Person Sharing - $750.
  • Midrange: Solo Traveler - $1,200 | Per Person Sharing - $950.
  • Luxury: Solo Traveler - $1,700 | Per Person Sharing - $1,400.
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