Kenya is a paradise for bird watchers, boasting over 1,100 bird species, diverse habitats, and stunning landscapes that make for an unforgettable birding safari experience. From the lush forests and wetlands to the savannahs and Great Rift Valley lakes, Kenya offers a variety of ecosystems teeming with both resident and migratory birds.

TOP BIRDING DESTINATIONS

Lake Nakuru National Park

• Home to flamingos, pelicans, and over 400 other bird species.
• The alkaline lake attracts vast flocks of lesser and greater flamingos, creating a pink spectacle.
• Raptors like the African fish eagle and Verreaux’s eagle can also be spotted.

Maasai Mara National Reserve

• Known for vultures, secretary birds, and ostriches.
• Birding highlights include the lilac-breasted roller (Kenya’s national bird), Kori bustard, and various eagle species.
• The Mara River and surrounding acacia woodlands are prime birding areas.

Lake Naivasha

• A freshwater lake famous for African fish eagles, cormorants, herons, and kingfishers.
• Boat safaris provide excellent opportunities for close-up bird photography.

Kakamega Forest

• A rare equatorial rainforest, home to over 400 bird species, including the Great blue turaco, African broadbill, and Turner’s eremomela.
• Ideal for spotting unique forest-dwelling birds.

Arabuko-Sokoke Forest

• A coastal birding hotspot with endemic species like the Sokoke scops owl, Amani sunbird, and Clarke’s weaver.
• Also a great place to see migratory birds from Europe and Asia.

Tsavo National Parks (East & West)

• Offers a mix of arid and riverine habitats supporting hornbills, golden-breasted starlings, and ostriches.
• One of the best places to spot the endangered Taita falcon.

Amboseli National Park

• Famous for open savannah birds, such as the yellow-throated sandgrouse, African jacana, and pygmy falcon.
• The backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro makes birding here even more spectacular.

November to April 
The best period for migratory birds as species from Europe and Asia arrive.

May to October
The Ideal for resident bird species and spectacular breeding displays.

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