South Africa Parks
By Philip Briggs
Philip lives in South Africa and is the author many guidebooks to African destinations, including the Bradt and Insight guide to South Africa.
The Pilanesberg area is an excellent venue for bushveld birding, with more than 300 species recorded. A typical day may yield 100 species or more in the summer months from November to April when migrants are present. For close-up viewing and photography, you can visit the walk-in aviary with over 80 species of indigenous birds. The self-guided camp walk and bird shelters are also highly recommended for bird watching.
Notable Birds in Pilanesberg
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Birding Specials –Treats for Avid Birders
Best Time for Bird Watching
In general, Pilanesberg is great for bird watching year-round. November to April is the prime time because the migrant species are present. If it’s general wildlife viewing that you’re interested in, the driest time of year (June to September) is best.
Best Parks for Birding –Including Birding Rating
Kruger is great for general birding, while Mkhuze is a real birding hotspot, offering almost as many species in a much smaller area with an incredible number of specials. The dry Kgalagadi is known for its raptors.
- Kruger NP 4.5/5 212 Birding Ratings
- Hluhluwe-iMfolozi GR 4.1/5 73 Birding Ratings
- Kgalagadi TP 4.2/5 56 Birding Ratings
- Mkhuze GR 4.6/5 16 Birding Ratings
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