Matusadona National Park
Birds
Zimbabwe Parks
Philip has traveled through Zimbabwe several times and is the author of more than 20 guidebooks to various African destinations.
Matusadona National Park’s checklist of 350 bird species includes a wealth of waterbirds associated with Lake Kariba. The dead mopane trees in the lake shallows are a popular perch for cormorants, darters and African fish eagles. A boat trip in Sanyati Gorge offers a chance to spot rarities such as Verreaux’s eagle, African finfoot, white-backed night heron and African broadbill. Migratory birds are present from November to April.
Notable Birds in Matusadona NP
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Best Time for Bird Watching
The birdlife in Matusadona is good all year, but at its best from November to April. This is the nesting season for resident birds, as well as the time of arrival of migratory birds from Europe and northern Africa. From May to October, when the bush has dried out, is the best time for viewing wildlife.
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Bird Species
350
Migratory Birds
Nov to Apr
Safari Tours to Matusadona NP
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10-Day Classic Zimbabwe Safari
$7,099 to $8,499 pp (USD)
Zimbabwe: Private tourLuxuryLodge & Tented Camp
You Visit: Victoria Falls (Start), Hwange NP, Matusadona NP, Victoria Falls Airport (End)
Wayfairer Travel
4.8/5 – 185 Reviews
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5-Day Sail with Elephants Sail Safari (to & from Harare)
$2,103 pp (USD)
Zimbabwe: Private tour
Mid-range You Visit: Harare (Start), Lake Kariba, Matusadona NP, Harare (End)
Mana Pools Tourism Services
5.0/5 – 40 Reviews
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12-Day Highlights of Zimbabwe
$7,020 to $8,325 pp (USD)
Zimbabwe: Private tour
Mid-range Lodge & Tented CampYou Visit: Victoria Falls (Start), Hwange NP, Matusadona NP, Mana Pools NP, Harare Airport (End)
Gondwana Tours & Safaris
5.0/5 – 85 Reviews
