Private Tour
Multiday Uganda Birding Safari and Uganda Birding Habitats
Overview
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1 week
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Immerse yourself in Uganda's rich birding tapestry during this 7-day safari that traverses the nation’s most vibrant habitats. Begin with a soft introduction to local birdlife at the Entebbe Botanical Gardens, spotting species like the African Grey Parrot and Great Blue Turaco. Progress through Mabamba Swamp and Lake Mburo National Park, where you can observe unique wetland birds and vibrant forest species. Encounter the diverse avifauna of Queen Elizabeth National Park and Kibale Forest, home to several endemics and rare species. With experienced guides, comfortable accommodations, and opportunities for nature walks, this journey promises to transform your perspective on the natural world.
- 7-day guided birding tour through Uganda’s top birding sites
- Discover over 300 species, including Albertine Rift endemics
- Stay in high-end lodges for comfort and convenience
- Includes birding sessions at key locations like Kazinga Channel & Queen Elizabeth NP, Semiliki and Kibale Forests.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Specialized infant seats are available
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Arrival in Entebbe
Accommodations
High-end hotel in Entebbe.
Food and Drinks
LUNCH
Lunch
Entebbe
Birding at Entebbe Botanical Gardens an excellent soft introduction to Uganda’s birdlife. Likely sightings: African Grey Parrot, Great Blue Turaco, Ross’s Turaco, Eastern Plantain-eater, Palm-nut Vulture, African Paradise Flycatcher, Woodland Kingfisher, and African Open-billed Stork.
Mabamba Swamp
Accommodations
High end lodge in Lake Mburo.
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
Mabamba Swamp shoebill Watching Entebbe
Mabamba Swamp & Transfer to Lake Mburo National Park. A full birding session in Mabamba Wetland and prime habitat for wetland species. Likely sightings: Papyrus Gonolek, Blue-breasted Bee-eater, Goliath Heron, African Jacana, Malachite Kingfisher, African Marsh Harrier, Red-chested Sunbird, Little Bittern. Then later in the afternoon, transfer to Lake Mburo National Park.
Lake Mburo National Park
Accommodations
High end lodge in Lake Mburo.
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
Lake Mburo National Park
Morning game/birding drive: Likely sightings: Red-faced Barbet, Brown-chested Lapwing, African Finfoot (boat trip option), Bare-faced Go-away Bird, Emerald-spotted Wood Dove, African Hoopoe, Crested Francolin, and African Scops Owl. Optional afternoon activities like Nature walk or optional boat ride for shoreline species.
Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park
Accommodations
High end Lodge in Queen Elizabeth National Park.
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
Queen Elizabeth National Park
Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park + Kazinga Channel. Drive west toward Queen Elizabeth National Park — one of Africa’s richest birding zones. Afternoon Boat Cruise — Kazinga Channel. Likely sightings: African Fish Eagle, Yellow-billed Stork, Water Thick-knee, African Skimmer, Great White Pelican, Great Cormorant, Swamp Flycatcher, and Saddle-billed Stork.
Queen Elizabeth National Park.
Accommodations
High end Lodge at Kibale Forest National Park.
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
Queen Elizabeth National Park
Queen Elizabeth National Park. Morning birding drive (Kasenyi Plains / Crater Drive). Likely sightings: Grey Kestrel, White-tailed Lark, Black-bellied Bustard, Martial Eagle, African White-backed Vulture, African Wattled Lapwing, Temminck’s Courser and Lesser flamingos. Afternoon, Transfer to Kibale Forest National Park.
Kibale Forest National Park Birding
Accommodations
High end Lodge at Kibale Forest National Park.
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
Kibale Forest National Park
Kibale Forest National Park Birding. Likely sightings: Green-breasted Pitta, Afep Pigeon, Black Bee-eater, Yellow-rumped Tinkerbird, Yellow-spotted Barbet, White-naped Pigeon, Dusky Long-tailed Cuckoo. Afternoon activities, Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary walk for sighting of Speckled Tinkerbird, White-tailed Ant-thrush, Shining Blue Kingfisher, Black-and-white Shrike-Flycatcher.
Return to Entebbe & Departure
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
Entebbe
Flight or road transfer back to Entebbe Airport
What‘s Included
Meals
Pickup points
Entebbe Airport
Entebbe Uganda
Options
Multiday Uganda Birding Safari and Uganda Birding Habitats
Pickup included
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