DAY 2 DAY ACTIVITIES
Activities: Arrive in Dar es Salaam, where you’ll meet our team and have time to relax. Enjoy an introductory birding walk in a nearby forest reserve.
Birding Highlights: A mix of coastal and forest species.
Key Species: Mangrove Kingfisher, African Pygmy-Kingfisher
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Activities: Drive to Selous Game Reserve, known for its riverine habitats and wetlands.
Birding Highlights: Enjoy an afternoon boat safari along the Rufiji River, an excellent location for spotting waterbirds and river species.
Key Species: African Skimmer, Goliath Heron, Palm-nut Vulture, White-fronted Bee-eater
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Activities: Full days of birdwatching and exploring the varied landscapes of Selous, including wetlands, miombo woodlands, and grasslands.
Birding Highlights: River safaris, guided walks, and game drives for diverse bird sightings.
Key Species: Southern Ground Hornbill, Yellow-billed Stork, Crested Guineafowl, African Fish Eagle
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Activities: Drive to Udzungwa Mountains, one of Tanzania’s biodiversity hotspots. Spend the evening relaxing or exploring the forested area around the lodge.
Birding Highlights: Transitioning to forest habitats with a variety of unique species.
Key Species: Iringa Akalat, Rufous-winged Sunbird, Dapple-throat
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Activities: Explore the montane forests and hike along trails in search of rare and endemic species. The lush forests and waterfalls provide a stunning backdrop.
Birding Highlights: A chance to see rare highland birds that can only be found in the Udzungwa Mountains.
Key Species: Udzungwa Forest Partridge, Banded Green Sunbird, Sharpe’s Akalat
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Activities: Drive to Ruaha National Park, known for its diverse habitats and large elephant population. Arrive in time for a sunset birdwatching session.
Birding Highlights: Transitioning into savanna and acacia woodlands, perfect for raptor sightings.
Key Species: African Hawk-Eagle, Northern Carmine Bee-eater, Yellow-collared Lovebird
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Activities: Spend two full days birdwatching in Ruaha’s various landscapes. The park offers excellent opportunities to spot both southern and eastern bird species.
Birding Highlights: Early morning and late afternoon birding drives, with picnic lunches along the riverbanks.
Key Species: Rüppell’s Vulture, Bare-faced Go-away-bird, Ashy Starling, Red-billed Hornbill
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Activities: Morning drive back to Dar es Salaam, stopping for birding along the way. Departure in the evening or an overnight stay.
Key Species: Speckle-fronted Weaver, African Grey Hornbill
