More than 260 bird species have been recorded in Hlane Royal National Park. A dense population of birds of prey includes five species of vulture. , which was once extinct in Eswatini, has made a comeback, and seasonal nesting colonies of are a sight to behold. Well-wooded Ndlovu Rest Camp is great for typical lowveld bush birds such as , , and . are present from November to April.
Birding Specials Treats for Avid Birders
- African finfoot
- African jacana
- African paradise flycatcher
- Black-collared barbet
- Collared pratincole
- Crested barbet
- Crowned eagle
- Golden-breasted bunting
- Gorgeous bush-shrike
- Green twinspot
- Lesser spotted eagle
- Martial eagle
- Pel’s fishing-owl
- Purple-crested turaco
- Southern crested guineafowl
- Terrestrial brownbul
- Woodland kingfisher
- Yellow-billed oxpecker
Best Time for Bird Watching
Bird watching is good all year round in Hlane, but it is at its best from November to April. from Europe and northern Africa are in the park in these months. The best time for wildlife viewing in general is during the Dry season months of May to September.