Bird Watching in Rwanda

Bird Watching in Rwanda : Rwanda commonly known as a Land of a thousand hills and renowned for being the most cleanest and developing country on a high speed in Africa is a unique and a magnificent country that offers an amazing experience to nature lovers it being a very green Country and its diverse habitats and rich array of Birds definitely makes it the idea destination for Bird lovers . Rwanda provides varied landscapes from lush rainforests to savannahs each supporting different array of bird species

Rwanda homes a high population of bird species where over 750 species are recorded within the borders of this beautiful country. Rwanda is a very small but developing country in Africa, covering an area of 26,338 square kilometres but it still stands big on homing a good number of bird species per square kilometre in Africa. Bird watching in Rwanda is one of the best and rewarding activity tourists can carry on while they are on there Rwanda safari to connect with nature and the majestic scenic views of this country. There is also easy access and views to the rare and hard-to-spot bird species.

For those seeking nature and amazing views of Bird species there are several spots or places, here birdwatching activity can be best done depending on one’s preferences, below are a few destinations recommended for birdwatching in Rwanda:

Nyungwe forest National Park: The park is found in the southwest part of Rwanda, Nyungwe is ranked as one of the oldest and large rainforests in Africa, the Park is a paradise for bird watchers who are interested in rainforest species where over 300 bird species can be spotted while in this Park such as African Green broadbill, The Great blue Turaco, The Shelley’s crimsoning among other many. Nyungwe National Park’s well-maintained trails and amazing scenic Canopy walk offers excellent and rewarding views of bird species therefore highly recommended for Bird watchers who want to explore deep into birdlife views.

Akagera National Park: This is the most Famous Park among found all National Parks in Rwanda it is found in the eastern part of Rwanda, Akagera is a savannah park that offers visitors a variety of bird species including wetlands, savannahs and woodlands. This Park is an amazing spot or destination for Bird lovers who are seeking to spot water birds like, African fish Eagle, The shoebill and the lesser Flamingo. Akagera will definitely deliver your expectations into reality if you’re a nature lover and bird lover you can really expect a good experience at the Park.

Volcanoes National Park: This is found in the northwest part of Rwanda, the park is most known as a home of ENDAGEREmountain Gorillas, however it’s also one of the most spellbinding spots for bird lovers who are seeking to view different beautiful Bird species so it won’t be otherwise if we call it a haven of bird watchers. The Park’s diverse habitats including Bamboo forests and montane woodlands are home to several endemic and endangered species. The few bird species to mention that can be spotted at this national Park include, The Rwenzori Turaco, The Albertine rift endemics like the purple-breasted sunbird and the rare spectacular Rwenzori Batis among other many that can be found in this Park.

Bird Watching in Rwanda
Birding in Volcanoes National Park

Apart from these national Park in Rwanda where visitors who are interested in Bird watching activity can go, there might be those who don’t want to travel out of Kigali but still are interested in Bird watching so no need to worry because in Kigali the Capital City of Rwanda there are some amazing spots that different amazing birds can be found and watched ,    Kigali is the entry point into Rwanda via the Kigali International Airport and therefore offers your first birding activity in Rwanda. There are a number of renowned birding spots within the city that for the visiting new birders provides a good introduction to some local birds of Rwanda

When to go birding in Rwanda?

Bird watching in Rwanda can be done all year round depending to a visitor’s preference However the period from December to February is usually the migrant bird season during which Rwanda hosts lots of Wintering and Palearctic migrants.

Birding infrastructure such as trails, accommodation and roads leading to the birding spots have been developed. Professional bird guides have been trained and are available to lead birding tours in Rwanda. In fact, many of the prominent birding spots in Rwanda have knowledgeable site guides who will ensure to have a great memorable experience while on a Bird watching safari in Rwanda.

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