IMMERSE YOURSELF IN THE RICH TAPESTRY OF BIRDLIFE OF PLETTENBERG BAY AT THE BITOU BIRDING FESTIVAL

DATES: 27 Sept – 6 Oct 2024
TIMES: 05h00 to 14h00
VENUE: Various venues across Plett
TICKETS: www.bitou.birdingfestival.co.za

Calling all birding enthusiasts, from novices to seasoned twitchers! Prepare to embark on an unforgettable journey into exploring the rich diversity of birdlife across the many varied habitats of the Garden Route.

Nestled in the scenic coastal region of Bitou, which includes Plettenberg Bay, Natures Valley, Wittedrift and Keurboomstrand along the picturesque Garden Route of the Western Cape, South Africa – the Bitou Birding Festival is bound to offer an unforgettable birding experience.

Highlights of the Festival:

• Engaging expert talks on birding-related topics
• Navigate at your own pace on the self-drive birding route which will take you through diverse habitats.
• Join one of the various expert guided bird walks across various locations and habitats
• Wheelchair-friendly routes with universal accessibility.
• Experience unique birding activities such as netting, ringing, and recording with Dr. Mark Brown
• Embark on a birding canoe adventure along the Bitou River
• Venture into the open sea on pelagic birding excursions along the breath-taking coastline
• Rejuvenate with birding-centred wellness activities blending morning yoga and meditation with birdwatching
• Admire a stunning bird-inspired art and photography exhibition
• Participate in fun-filled events including photo competitions, lucky draws, and social media contests
• Raptor Rescue Rehabilitation Centre tour with raptor display and talk
• Support our fine dining fundraiser dinner

Explore Diverse Habitats:

• Wetlands, rivers, and estuaries
• Fynbos habitats
• Afromontane forest biomes
• Urban areas and grasslands
• Coastal areas and pelagic zones

Booking your Birding adventure activities will go live in July
Please keep your eye on our website for further updates and information on how to book your favourite birding activities, a list of local guides and the self-drive route map with birding hot spots as the festival planning progresses!

Connect with us:

https://www.bitou.birdingfestival.co.za/
https://www.facebook.com/bitou.birdingfest

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