Chasing wings and wonders

For the avid birder, Africa offers an unparalleled experience where every dawn chorus vibrates with possibility. At the very heart of these experiences are our specialist birding guides – passionate ornithologists who can distinguish the subtle trill of a Shelley’s Sunbird from fifty paces or spot a Pel’s Fishing Owl camouflaged against riverine bark in the fading light of dusk. Their knowledge transforms each safari into a unique ecological story.

For our birding journeys, we hand select accommodations for their proximity to key habitats as well as for those special touches that matter to birders: early breakfasts, flexible meal times, private vehicles with custom photography setups (where requested and within budget), and locations where birding can continue uninterrupted from your private deck. For serious twitchers, we understand the thrill of adding new species to your life list and our itineraries are crafted to maximise encounters with target species while remaining flexible enough to pursue other birds when the opportunity arises. So, whether you’re looking to add a ‘lifer’ or simply wishing to immerse yourself in the delight of birdwatching, let our ACT experts curate a journey that will get you “twitching”. 

* Of special interest to birdwatchers is the Great KAZA (Kavango-Zambezi Transfrontier Conservation Area) Birding Route which spans five countries (Angola, Botswana, Namibia, Zambia, and Zimbabwe), and hosts over 600 bird species across diverse habitats. From the floodplains of the Okavango to the miombo woodlands of Zambia, the route offers dedicated birders the opportunity to encounter spectacular diversity within a single journey.