Which parks and reserves are best for the Montagu's Harrier in South Africa?

Hosts on Spekboom have recorded the Montagu's Harrier at stays in or beside Kruger National Park. A record means a host has seen it on the property or nearby, which makes these the places to base yourself; it is never a guarantee of a sighting on any given day.

Where can you see the Montagu's Harrier in South Africa?

The Montagu's Harrier is most recorded in Mpumalanga (55% of records), Limpopo (30% of records), Gauteng (7% of records), based on 44 iNaturalist observations. 8 places to stay on Spekboom in South Africa have recorded the Montagu's Harrier on site or nearby.

What is the Montagu's Harrier?

The Montagu's harrier (Circus pygargus) is a migratory bird of prey of the harrier family. Its common name commemorates the British naturalist George Montagu.

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Montagu's Harrier

Circus pygargus

The Montagu's harrier (Circus pygargus) is a migratory bird of prey of the harrier family.

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Where you'll find it

Mpumalanga and beyond

Provinces where Montagu's Harrier is most recorded. Tap one to find places to stay.

44 records, iNaturalist

Parks where hosts record the Montagu's Harrier

8 places
Kruger National ParkLimpopo · Best Apr to Sep
8 places

Places to stay

8 results in South Africa

Orpen Rest Camp

Kruger National Park

Montagu's Harrier recorded here · Savanna biome · 56 birds recorded · Delagoa thorn, Knobthorn · Guided walk, Game drives

From R 1,815 per night

Satara Rest Camp

Kruger National Park

Montagu's Harrier recorded here · Savanna biome · 52 birds recorded · Blue wildebeest, Cheetah · Photography

From R 331 per night

Maroela Satellite Camp

Kruger National Park

Montagu's Harrier recorded here · Savanna biome · 56 birds recorded · Delagoa thorn, Knobthorn

From R 390 per night

Bateleur Bushveld Camp

Kruger National Park

Montagu's Harrier recorded here · Savanna biome · 31 birds recorded · Blue wildebeest, Bushbuck

From R 2,820 per night

Sirheni Bushveld Camp

Kruger National Park

Montagu's Harrier recorded here · Savanna biome · 31 birds recorded · Cheetah, Impala lily

From R 1,634 per night

Tamboti Satellite Camp

Kruger National Park

Montagu's Harrier recorded here · Savanna biome · 56 birds recorded · Cheetah, Delagoa thorn · Photography

From R 771 per night

Shingwedzi Rest Camp

Kruger National Park

Montagu's Harrier recorded here · Savanna biome · 31 birds recorded · Bushbuck, Cheetah · Photography

From R 378 per night

Talamati Bushveld Camp

Kruger National Park

Montagu's Harrier recorded here · Savanna biome · 56 birds recorded · Delagoa thorn, Giraffe · Guided walk, Game drives

From R 1,756 per night

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Babylonstoren

Klapmuts, Simondium

12 birds recorded · Angulate tortoise, Wild olive · Spa, Vineyards

Price on request

Tanda Tula Safari Camp

Limpopo

Savanna biome · 27 birds recorded · Lion, Leopard · Guided walk, Game drives

Price on request

Rhino Ridge Safari Lodge

Hluhluwe

Savanna biome · 285 birds recorded · African wild dog, Spotted hyena · Game drives

Price on request

Thonga Beach Lodge

Manguzi

Forest biome · 60 birds recorded · Humpback whale, Southern right whale · Canoeing, Snorkelling

Price on request

La Clé Lodge & Villas

Franschhoek

Fynbos biome · Cycling

Price on request

Coot Club

Stanford

Birder friendly · Fynbos biome · 8 birds recorded · White milkwood, Southern right whale · Whale watching, Canoeing

Price on request

Ubuntu Lodge at Elephant Point

Hazyview

Savanna biome · 1 bird recorded · Leopard, Lion · Safaris, Scenic drives

Price on request

Vergenoegd Löw Boutique Hotel & Spa

Somerset West

Fynbos biome · 1 bird recorded · Vineyards, Wine tasting

Price on request

Bartholomeus Klip Farmhouse

Riebeek Valley, Riebeek West

Birder friendly · Fynbos biome · 26 birds recorded · Black wildebeest, Bontebok · Horse riding, Hiking

Supports BirdLife South Africa

From R 5,636 per night

Maninghi Lodge

Hoedspruit

Savanna biome · 8 birds recorded · Giraffe, African elephant · Game drives

Supports Endangered Wildlife Trust

Price on request

Rhino Sands Safari Camp

Hazyview

Savanna biome · 30 birds recorded · Leopard, Lion · Safaris, Scenic drives

Supports Zululand Conservation Trust

From R 22,680 per night

Franschhoek Country House & Villas

Franschhoek

Fynbos biome · 1 bird recorded · Spa, Mountain biking

Supports Cape Leopard Trust

From R 6,195 per night

Tintswalo at Boulders

Simon's Town, Cape Town

Fynbos biome · 1 bird recorded · Surfing, Scenic drives

Supports Friends of Table Mountain

From R 4,060 per night

Singita Ebony Lodge

Mpumalanga

Savanna biome · 42 birds recorded · Lion, Leopard

Price on request

Singita Boulders Lodge

Mpumalanga

Savanna biome · 43 birds recorded · Lion, Leopard

Price on request

Singita Lebombo Villa

Mpumalanga

Savanna biome

Price on request

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Which parks and reserves are best for the Montagu's Harrier in South Africa?: Hosts on Spekboom have recorded the Montagu's Harrier at stays in or beside Kruger National Park. A record means a host has seen it on the property or nearby, which makes these the places to base yourself; it is never a guarantee of a sighting on any given day.
Where can you see the Montagu's Harrier in South Africa?: The Montagu's Harrier is most recorded in Mpumalanga (55% of records), Limpopo (30% of records), Gauteng (7% of records), based on 44 iNaturalist observations. 8 places to stay on Spekboom in South Africa have recorded the Montagu's Harrier on site or nearby.
What is the Montagu's Harrier?: The Montagu's harrier (Circus pygargus) is a migratory bird of prey of the harrier family. Its common name commemorates the British naturalist George Montagu.