Slow down, look up and reconnect with nature at the Bitou Birding Festival 2026!
Taking place in Plettenberg Bay from 23–30 October 2026, this week-long festival celebrates the extraordinary birdlife and natural beauty of the Garden Route.
Now in its third year, the festival brings together birding enthusiasts, nature lovers and conservation supporters for a diverse programme of outdoor adventures and educational experiences.
Explore the region’s remarkable habitats, from forests and fynbos to wetlands, estuaries and the open ocean, through guided bird walks, canoe and boat excursions, a pelagic seabird expedition, conservation talks and hands-on workshops.
The festival also highlights the importance of protecting local ecosystems and supporting conservation initiatives across the Garden Route.
Whether you’re an experienced birer hoping to spot new species or simply curious about the birds around you, the Bitou Birding Festival offers a wonderful opportunity to learn, explore and connect with nature.
Event Details
– Date: 23–30 October 2026
– Location: Plettenberg Bay, South Africa
– Tickets: From R150
– Suitable for: Birding enthusiasts, nature lovers, families and conservation supporters.
For more information:
– Website: Bitou Birding Festival
– Facebook: Bitou Birding Festival on Facebook
– Instagram: Bitou Birding Festival on Instagram
– Media enquiries: Stephan van Wyk — steph@birdingfestival.co.za
Slow down, look up and reconnect with nature at the Bitou Birding Festival 2026!
Taking place in Plettenberg Bay from 23–30 October 2026, this week-long festival celebrates the extraordinary birdlife and natural beauty of the Garden Route.
Now in its third year, the festival brings together birding enthusiasts, nature lovers and conservation supporters for a diverse programme of outdoor adventures and educational experiences.
Explore the region’s remarkable habitats, from forests and fynbos to wetlands, estuaries and the open ocean, through guided bird walks, canoe and boat excursions, a pelagic seabird expedition, conservation talks and hands-on workshops.
The festival also highlights the importance of protecting local ecosystems and supporting conservation initiatives across the Garden Route.
Whether you’re an experienced birer hoping to spot new species or simply curious about the birds around you, the Bitou Birding Festival offers a wonderful opportunity to learn, explore and connect with nature.
Event Details
– Date: 23–30 October 2026
– Location: Plettenberg Bay, South Africa
– Tickets: From R150
– Suitable for: Birding enthusiasts, nature lovers, families and conservation supporters.
For more information:
– Website: Bitou Birding Festival
– Facebook: Bitou Birding Festival on Facebook
– Instagram: Bitou Birding Festival on Instagram
– Media enquiries: Stephan van Wyk — steph@birdingfestival.co.za
