Durban: Birdwatching Tour
ID: GYG851137-1345011
Category:
Country: South Africa
Country: South Africa
Duration: 06:00 hours
Description
Explore the Pigeon Valley Nature Reserve, Durban Botanical Gardens, and Umhlanga Lagoon Nature Reserve on this guided tour. See a variety of bird species and learn about the local flora and fauna.
Explore the natural beauty of Durban on a guided tour of 3 nature reserves. Visit Pigeon Valley Nature Reserve, Durban Botanical Gardens, and Umhlanga Lagoon Nature Reserve.
Begin your tour at Pigeon Valley Nature Reserve, a 10-hectare reserve in the center of Durban. Named for the Eastern Bronze-naped (Delegorgue's) Pigeon, the reserve is considered to be one of KwaZulu-Natal's top birdwatching locations.
Next, head to the Durban Botanical Gardens, which span over 50 hectares. Situated at the foot of Berea, the gardens are home to an array of fascinating species from all across South Africa and beyond.
Finally, visit the Umhlanga Lagoon Nature Reserve, located just north of Durban center, near the northern tip of Umhlanga Rocks. A short trail offers an easy and enjoyable stroll while passing through the preserved dune forest and crossing the lagoon.
Explore the natural beauty of Durban on a guided tour of 3 nature reserves. Visit Pigeon Valley Nature Reserve, Durban Botanical Gardens, and Umhlanga Lagoon Nature Reserve.
Begin your tour at Pigeon Valley Nature Reserve, a 10-hectare reserve in the center of Durban. Named for the Eastern Bronze-naped (Delegorgue's) Pigeon, the reserve is considered to be one of KwaZulu-Natal's top birdwatching locations.
Next, head to the Durban Botanical Gardens, which span over 50 hectares. Situated at the foot of Berea, the gardens are home to an array of fascinating species from all across South Africa and beyond.
Finally, visit the Umhlanga Lagoon Nature Reserve, located just north of Durban center, near the northern tip of Umhlanga Rocks. A short trail offers an easy and enjoyable stroll while passing through the preserved dune forest and crossing the lagoon.
Highlights
- Explore the Pigeon Valley Nature Reserve, a top birdwatching location
- Visit the Durban Botanical Gardens, home to an array of fascinating species
- Discover the Umhlanga Lagoon Nature Reserve, a pristine estuary near Durban
- Look for Spotted Ground Thrush, Buff-spotted Flufftail, and Green Malkoha
- See the Natal Elm, for which the Pigeon Valley Nature Reserve was first established
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Wear comfortable walking shoes and light clothing.
Bring binoculars for birdwatching.
The tour is subject to weather conditions; it may be rescheduled in case of bad weather.
Photography is allowed, but avoid flash photography near birds.
Bring binoculars for birdwatching.
The tour is subject to weather conditions; it may be rescheduled in case of bad weather.
Photography is allowed, but avoid flash photography near birds.
INCLUDED
NOT INCLUDED
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.