Seatavern

Experience the Wonder of Birding in the heart of the Garden Route

Plettenberg Bay, South Africa

Come and experience one of South Africa’s richest birding destinations, home to endemic treasures like the Knysna Turaco, Cape Sugarbird, and Orange- breasted Sunbird. Join us for a week of unforgettable experiences, set against the stunning backdrop of Plettenberg Bay and the scenic Garden Route, where wetlands, rivers, fynbos, coastal shores, forests, and grasslands await.

Whether you’re new to birding or a seasoned twitcher, the Bitou Birding Festival offers a captivating adventure for everyone.

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Highlights of the Festival:

Engaging Expert Talks: Enjoy insightful presentations on birding-related topics.Guided Bird Walks: Participate in guided bird walks through diverse locations and habitats.Universal Access Birding Route: Explore an accessible guided birding walk in Nature’s Valley.Unique Birding Activities: Experience bird netting, ringing, and recording with Dr. Mark Brown.Birding Canoe Adventure: Embark on a canoeing journey along the Bitou River or Keurbooms Estuary.Pelagic Birding Excursion: Join a pelagic birding trip along the breathtaking coastline.Birding-Centered Wellness activities: Blending wellness practices and Stand-up Paddle with birdwatchingA Guided Keurbooms River Boat Cruise: Join us for a unique guided birding expedition up the Keurbooms River.Dinner Presentation at Belle Balance at Plett Game Reserve: An informative presentation by Pierre Pistorius and dinner at Belle Balance inside Plett Game Reserve. Come early and do some birding in the gardens.Raptor Rescue Rehabilitation Centre Tour: Visit the Raptor Rescue Rehabilitation Centre for an informative tour and raptor display - learn about these magnificent birds and the crucial conservation efforts dedicated to their protection.Expo for vendors focused on Birding Products and Services, i.e. Conservation NGO’s, optics gear, birding books, tours, birding guides, etc.Self-Drive Birding Route: Navigate at your own pace with a self-drive birding route through diverse habitats.

Explore Diverse Habitats:

Wetlands, rivers, and estuariesFynbos habitatsAfromontane forest biomesUrban areas and grasslandsCoastal areas and pelagic zones