Viewpoint · Kruger National Park
Matambeni Bird Hide, Kruger
Matambeni Bird Hide is a viewpoint in Kruger National Park, 500 m off the S46, about 47 km from Phalaborwa Gate.
About Matambeni Bird Hide
Matambeni Bird Hide sits on the northern bank of Engelhard Dam, overlooking the dam and the Letaba River. It is particularly well suited to waterbird watching, with herons, storks, plovers and other wetland species regularly using the shoreline and shallow water. Hippos, crocodiles and other wildlife can also be seen from the hide, making it a rewarding stop beyond birding alone.
Where to find Matambeni Bird Hide
Matambeni Bird Hide is a viewpoint in Kruger National Park, 500 m off the S46, about 47 km from Phalaborwa Gate. See exactly where it is on the map, and navigate to it, in the opspoor app.
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Habitat around Matambeni Bird Hide
Bushveld by S46 (mixed bushveld): Mixed woodland with a broken canopy and thicker bush between the trees.
Habitat mapped by opspoor. Data sources
Nearby waterholes, hides and camps
- Longwe ViewpointViewpoint
- Letaba Rest Bush CampBush Camp
Matambeni Bird Hide questions
Where is Matambeni Bird Hide?
Matambeni Bird Hide is a viewpoint in Kruger National Park, 500 m off the S46, about 47 km from Phalaborwa Gate.
Which road is Matambeni Bird Hide on?
Matambeni Bird Hide is about 500 m off the S46.
What animals can you see at Matambeni Bird Hide?
Matambeni Bird Hide sits in mixed bushveld, which suits hooded vulture, kudu (greater), smiths bush squirrel, white headed vulture and aardvark.
Can I use opspoor at Matambeni Bird Hide without signal?
Yes. Signal in Kruger National Park can be patchy, and opspoor works fully offline: you can see sightings you've already loaded and log your own, which sync when you're back in range.
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