Birding Around the Luxury Safari Homes
Over the years we have photographed hundreds of bird species around Silonque, Kruger National Park and the surrounding bushveld. Many visitors are surprised by the diversity. From colourful bee-eaters and paradise flycatchers to giant eagles, hornbills
and kingfishers, remarkable sightings can happen right from the terrace of Villa Yingwe and Villa Mangwa.
The paradise flycatcher in the photograph above had just finished bathing in our private waterhole when it took off, allowing us to capture this moment.
Why Bird Lovers Keep Returning to Silonque
Birdwatching in the Lowveld is unlike anywhere else in South Africa.
The combination of Kruger National Park, the surrounding bushveld and the private waterholes at Silonque creates excellent opportunities to observe a remarkable variety of species.
From colourful bee-eaters and paradise flycatchers to kingfishers, hornbills, eagles and owls, birds can often be seen directly from the terrace of Villa Yingwe and Villa Mangwa.
Some guests spend their days searching for the Big Five. Others are perfectly happy with a pair of binoculars, a cup of coffee and the sound of birds around the waterhole.
More Than 500 Bird Species Recorded In The Greater Kruger Region
From tiny sunbirds to giant martial eagles, the Greater Kruger region is one of the most rewarding birding destinations in Africa.
Many species can be spotted without even leaving the terrace.
Over 250 bird species have been recorded in and around Silonque, with many photographed directly at Luxury Safari Homes.
At Luxury Safari Homes, exceptional
birdwatching often starts before breakfast.
Birds Photographed at Luxury Safari Homes
Featured species include Paradise Flycatcher, Southern Yellow Weaver, Lilac-breasted Roller, Southern Ground Hornbill, African Fish Eagle and many more.
