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South Africa - Mega Birding Tour

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South Africa - Mega Birding Tour (Small Group) III 2026

16 Nov 2026 - 07 Dec 2026 (22 days)

ZAR119,950 NO SPACES AVAILABLE

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Tour Leader: Jan Pienaar

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Tour Price (Per person): ZAR119,950 (USD7,210 * GBP5,492 * AUD10,512)

Single Supplement: ZAR8,500 (USD511 * GBP389 * AUD745)

This tour pairs with: South Africa - Kruger Extension (Small Group) III 2026

South Africa - Mega Birding Tour (Small Group) II 2026

22 Nov 2026 - 13 Dec 2026 (22 days)

ZAR119,950 NO SPACES AVAILABLE

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Tour Leader: James Wade Lee

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Tour Price (Per person): ZAR119,950 (USD7,210 * GBP5,492 * AUD10,512)

Single Supplement: ZAR8,500 (USD511 * GBP389 * AUD745)

South Africa - Mega Birding Tour (Small Group) II 2027

15 Nov 2027 - 06 Dec 2027 (22 days)

ZAR127,500 NO SPACES AVAILABLE

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Tour Leader: Jan Pienaar

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Tour Price (Per person): ZAR127,500 (USD7,664 * GBP5,838 * AUD11,174)

Single Supplement: ZAR8,700 (USD523 * GBP398 * AUD762)

South Africa - Mega Birding Tour (Small Group) I 2028

06 Nov 2028 - 27 Nov 2028 (22 days)

ZAR134,600 2 SPACES AVAILABLE

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Tour Leader: Jan Pienaar

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Tour Price (Per person): ZAR134,600 (USD8,091 * GBP6,163 * AUD11,796)

Single Supplement: ZAR9,570 (USD575 * GBP438 * AUD839)

This tour pairs with: South Africa - Kruger Extension (Small Group) I 2028

Pricing notes : *All prices are estimated, and dates may change*

South Africa - Mega Birding Tour (Small Group) II 2028

13 Nov 2028 - 04 Dec 2028 (22 days)

ZAR134,600 SPACES AVAILABLE

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Tour Leader: Ryan Tyrer

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Tour Price (Per person): ZAR134,600 (USD8,091 * GBP6,163 * AUD11,796)

Single Supplement: ZAR9,570 (USD575 * GBP438 * AUD839)

This tour pairs with: South Africa - Kruger Extension (Small Group) II 2028

Pricing notes : *All prices are estimated, and dates may change*

South Africa - Mega Birding Tour (Small Group) I 2029

05 Nov 2029 - 26 Nov 2029 (22 days)

ZAR141,100 SPACES AVAILABLE

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Tour Leader: Jan Pienaar

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Tour Price (Per person): ZAR141,100 (USD8,482 * GBP6,461 * AUD12,366)

Single Supplement: ZAR10,527 (USD633 * GBP482 * AUD923)

This tour pairs with: South Africa - Kruger Extension (Small Group) I 2029

Pricing notes : *All prices are estimated, and dates may change*

South Africa - Mega Birding Tour (Small Group) II 2029

12 Nov 2029 - 03 Dec 2029 (22 days)

ZAR141,100 SPACES AVAILABLE

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Tour Leader: Ryan Tyrer

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Tour Price (Per person): ZAR141,100 (USD8,482 * GBP6,461 * AUD12,366)

Single Supplement: ZAR10,527 (USD633 * GBP482 * AUD923)

This tour pairs with: South Africa - Kruger Extension (Small Group) II 2029

Pricing notes : *All prices are estimated, and dates may change*

South Africa has the highest number of endemic and near-endemic bird species of any country on the African continent. Some of these special birds such as Drakensberg Rockjumper and Blue Crane – are beautiful and charismatic; while others, including the endangered Rudd’s and Botha’s Larks, are less striking but incredibly range-restricted. To boot, South Africa is also home to two very impressive endemic families, the striking Rockjumpers and Sugarbirds.

The focus of this 22-day endemics mega-birding tour is to see as many of these South African endemic, breeding endemic and near-endemic species as possible. Every single one of the 99 birds falling into this category as well as most of the 78 species falling into the category of endemic or near-endemic to the southern African sub-region are targeted during the tour. Furthermore, we will seek out many other special and sought-after African species; and, in the course of this tour, we have the potential to rack up a very impressive bird list in terms of species numbers, rarities and great sightings. Mammals will likewise form a major focus of our attention, and we can expect to also find an incredible diversity of reptiles, amphibians, and other wildlife. We invite you to join us on this exciting celebration of our endemic treasures during this ultimate South African mega-birding adventure!

Please note: these prices are subject to foreign exchange fluctuations.

Top Birds

African Penguin, Blue and Wattled Cranes, Ludwig’s and Denham’s Bustards, Blue, Southern Black and Karoo Korhaans, African Oystercatcher, Crowned, Cape and Bank Cormorants, Cape and Natal Spurfowls, Southern Bald Ibis, Cape Vulture, Black Harrier, Cape & Drakensberg Rockjumpers, Cape & Gurney’s Sugarbirds, Bush Blackcap, Ground Woodpecker, Rudd’s, Botha’s, Short-clawed, Red, Sclater’s, Cape Long-billed & Barlow’s Larks, African Rock & Yellow-breasted Pipits, Cape Longclaw, Knysna, Purple-crested & Livingstone’s Turacos, Cape Parrot, Gorgeous, Black-fronted & Olive Bushshrikes, Bokmakierie, Victorin’s, Namaqua, Cinnamon-breasted, and Layard’s Warblers, Fairy Flycatcher, Karoo Eremomela, Cape and Grey Penduline Tits, White-backed Mousebird, Spotted & Orange Ground Thrushes, Cape and Sentinel Rock Thrushes, Rudd’s Apalis, Woodward’s Batis, Karoo & Brown Scrub Robins, Karoo & Buff-streaked Chats, Pink-throated Twinspot, Neergaard’s, Orange-breasted & Southern Double-collared Sunbirds, Cape & Drakensberg Siskins, Protea, Cape, Forest & Black-headed Canaries

Top Mammals

Black & White Rhinoceroses, Southern African Hedgehog, Meerkat, Black Wildebeest, Nyala, Cape Grysbok, Aardvark, Aardwolf, Springhare, Common Eland, Bat-eared Fox, Blesbok (Bontebok), Grey Rhebok, Klipspringer, Springbok, African Wild Dog, Cheetah

Habitats Covered

dune and mist-belt forest, acacia savanna, high elevation and coastal grasslands, mountains, semi-desert, fynbos, coastal waters, wetlands

Expected Climate

subtropical conditions with occasional rain, cooler in the highlands and the Cape

Max Group Size

8 with 1 Rockjumper leader

Tour Pace & Walking

Our Mega tours are very fast-paced birding adventures designed for the dedicated lister and serious birder. The focus of the tour is to see as many of the endemics and area specials as possible in our given time. In order to cover the necessary route to maximise the species list we tend to spend a single night at most sites and travel large distances. There is very little down time aside from that spent driving from one site to the next. These tours are not suitable for dedicated or avid photographers; inexperienced or new birders; as well as anyone with serious mobility or health challenges.

Accommodation

comfortable guesthouses and lodges

Ease of Birding

mostly easy with some difficult species

Number of Species Expected

500 - 550

Other Attractions

Cape Peninsula, Sani Pass, Lake St. Lucia, Zululand game reserves, good food & wine, remote and seldom visited areas, spectacular scenery

Photographic Opportunities

good, but limited by time

What our clients say about us

James Wade Lee
IS, South Africa - Cape Extension (Small Group) III 2026

I`d like to write some words about our guide, James Wade Lee. I must admit that I haven’t met such a good bird guide in a long time. Despite his young age, Wade is an excellent guide – he knows the calls of all the birds perfectly and can spot them without fail. Many times we all searched through our binoculars in the thick undergrowth for a singing bird, and it was always only Wade who found it – somewhere in the tangle of twigs in the distance. It’s clear he has a fantastic grasp of the terrain. On top of that, he’s polite, friendly, very well-mannered and has good breeding – what more could one ask for? Congratulations on having such a brilliant guide. Please pass on my warmest regards to Wade. With thanks for the wonderful trips.

Quinton Paul Josop
LS, South Africa - Birds, Wine & Big Game 2026

Paul is kind and enthusiastic. Always taking the time to ensure everyone sees everything possible. He managed an interesting group of people with care.

Daniel Danckwerts
CS - South Africa 2019

I had an excellent birding adventure. Daniel Danckwerts was superb at finding and identifying the myriad of species. He interfaces with the group exceptionally well, from the beginner birder to the pros on the tour. I would love to go on another birding tour with Dan, as he was exceptionally skilled at his craft. Other environmental/birding issues would pop up for conversation and he was skilled in his answers and knowledge. His passion for birding was very apparent, as well as his thoughtfulness in making sure everyone was on the bird and helping with our travel experience.

James Wade Lee
WD, South Africa - Eastern (Small Group) III 2026

A guide with a wealth of knowledge on ornithological topics, an excellent ear for bird calls, an expert at identifying species, and a thorough understanding of where to find particular species. I am very pleased with the trip you organised.

Keith Valentine
TD, South Africa 2018

Keith Valentine is a great guide and his knowledge of the birds and their calls was just amazing.

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