Cape Birding Tour: Endemics

Western South Africa is an extraordinarily biodiverse region, and an indispensable destination for the eco-tourist in southern Africa. Indeed, there are no other areas in Africa that offer such a high level of endemism in such a uniquely accessible setting. The region is legendary among international and local birders alike for the remarkable suite of birds which are found here and nowhere else in the world: a staggering 47 of South Africa’s 58 endemic bird species occur here, as well as 70 per cent of southern Africa’s 180.

For the more focused birder we offer the option of an endemic-focussed day trip targeting particular endemic species.

Fynbos Endemics

Join a Birding Africa guide to search for the following Cape fynbos endemics: Cape Francolin, Hottentot Buttonquail, Cape Sugarbird, Orange-breasted Sunbird, Cape Siskin, Cape Bulbul and Protea Seedeater.

Karoo Endemics

Join a Birding Africa guide to search for the following Karoo endemics: Karoo Eremomela, Namaqua Warbler, Fairy Flycatcher, Cinnamon-breasted Warbler, Ludwig’s Bustard, Burchell’s Courser, Black-headed Canary, Layard’s Titbabbler and Rufous-eared Warbler.

Benguela Current Endemics

Join a Birding Africa guide to search for all nine Benguela Current endemics: African Penguin, Cape Gull, Hartlaub’s Gull, Damara Tern, Cape, Bank and Crowned Cormorant, Cape Gannet and African Black Oystercatcher.

See this on the Cape Rockjumper Tour © Mike Buckham