About Birding in Wild Mountain Country
The Barkly East and Rhodes area of the Southern Drakensberg has prolific birdlife with over 230 species recorded. Wild Mountain Adventures can help you discover our many ‘specials’ including the Bearded Vulture (Lammergeier), Cape Vulture, Drakensberg Rock-jumper, Bald Ibis, Grey Crowned Crane and the Black Harrier.
Climb to the top of high peaks to get an eye to eye view of the numerous raptors, or scour the rocks for Woodpeckers, Rock-jumpers and Rock-thrushes. Mountain streams and thickets attract Tit-babblers, Flycatchers and Warblers, This is one of the few places in South Africa where 8 species of chat can be found. The lucky few may be able to see a rare colony of Bald Ibis.
To aid our guests in identifying as many species as possible we provide checklists and reference books, including the computerised Roberts Guide to assist in identifying calls. Our gardens have feeders to ensure that birding can be combined with breakfast or sundowner drinks on the terrace.
Wild Mountain Adventures can give advice on day tours encompassing montane grasslands, rocky cliffs, riverside meadows and forest to provide maximum sighting opportunities. To complement your birding holiday we offer a wide range of optional activities including fly-fishing, hiking, horse riding, skiing at Tiffindell Resort, river rafting, overnight camping trips and 4x4 trails.
Need to Know
WhereBarkly East / Rhodes, Eastern Cape
WhenBy arrangement.
How muchPrices on request.
Telephone+27 (0)87 943-5428
OvernightStay nearby in Barkly East, in Eastern Cape
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Pitlochrie The White House
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Pitlochrie The Cottage
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Pitlochrie The Farm House
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Wild Oak Guest House
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Millerd Mountain Lodge
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Millerd Mountain Cottage
Nestled below the majestic Avoca Peak lies a tranquil cottage situated next to a fresh water stream flowing in from the of the Avoca valley. Mill...
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Rhodes MTB Trail
Where: Rhodes, north east of Barkly East, near Tiffendell Ski ResortLevel: difficult (the climbs are gruelling); the route is longType of route: ...
Skiing at Tiffindell
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Fly-Fishing for Wild Trout
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Barkly East Museum
Barkly East Museum offers fascinating displays telling a story about the history of Barkly East, how it originated and artifacts and items found ...
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MTB Trails in Wild Mountain Country
Mountain bike tracks abound in the Barkly East and Rhodes farming districts and we are developing trails for all abilities and levels of fitness....
River Rafting on the Kraai
Due to Covid-19, this operator is not currently operating. In the summer the rivers around Barkly East and Rhodes flow well and the water is warm...
Noteworthy attractions
Carlisleshoek Pass
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Aliwal North Hot Springs
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Volunteershoek Pass
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Carlisleshoekspruit Pass
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Naudé's Nek Pass
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