Tanzania Birdwatching Safari 13-Day

Begin your birdwatching in Arusha National Park, known for its forested and montane habitats. Look for Hartlaub’s turaco, the silvery-cheeked hornbill, and the Tanzanian red-billed hornbill among others. Enjoy walks and drives that also offer views of Mount Meru and encounters with other wildlife.

Travel to Lake Manyara National Park, famous for its tree-climbing lions and a variety of waterbirds, including flamingos, pelicans, and storks. Explore different ecological zones, each supporting different bird species. Stay overnight at a lodge near the park.

Head to the Serengeti National Park, a haven for birdwatchers. The vast plains are home to the Kori bustard, the world’s heaviest flying bird, and the Secretary bird. Special attention will be paid to the park’s diverse habitats, each offering unique birdwatching opportunities.

Explore the Ngorongoro Crater, where the natural enclosure of the crater rim has created a diverse ecosystem, attracting an extensive variety of birds, including endemics like the Ngorongoro Rosy Thrush-tanager. Enjoy full-day game drives with both wildlife viewing and birdwatching.

Continue to Tarangire National Park, known for its baobab trees and large elephant herds. The park’s dry savannah and acacia woodland provide perfect habitats for dry-country bird species like the Yellow-collared Lovebird and the Rufous-tailed Weaver.

Fly to Zanzibar Island for a different birdwatching experience, focusing on coastal and forest birds. Visit Jozani Forest to see the Zanzibar Red Bishop and other island-specific species. Enjoy the island’s cultural sites in the afternoon.

Spend your morning on a final birdwatching walk along the beach or a visit to a local mangrove forest. Afterwards, prepare for your departure, concluding your extensive birdwatching safari across Tanzania with a treasure trove of sightings and memories.