Embark on an exciting 10 Days Uganda Birding Experience, exploring some of the country’s richest birding destinations. Uganda is home to over 1,081 bird species, making it one of the best birding destinations in Africa. This safari takes you through diverse habitats, from wetlands and savannahs to tropical rainforests, ensuring exceptional birdwatching opportunities. Your journey begins at Mabamba Swamp, famous for the Shoebill Stork, before heading to Murchison Falls National Park, where savannah and riverine bird species thrive. In Kibale Forest, search for the elusive Green-breasted Pitta, while Queen Elizabeth National Park offers an incredible variety of waterbirds and raptors along the Kazinga Channel. Finally, explore Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, home to rare Albertine Rift endemics like the African Green Broadbill.

10 Days Uganda Birding Experience Tour highlights

  • Birding at Mabamba Swamp
  • Game Drives & Birding in Murchison Falls National Park
  • Boat Safari on the Nile
  • Birding in Kibale Forest
  • Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary
  • Savannah Birding in Queen Elizabeth National Park
  • Kazinga Channel Boat Cruise
  • Ishasha Sector Birding
  • Albertine Rift Endemics in Bwindi
  • Birding at Bwindi Swamp

Day 1 of 10 Days Uganda Birding Experience: Arrival in Entebbe – Birding at Botanical Gardens

Upon arrival at Entebbe International Airport, you will be met by your birding guide and transferred to your hotel. Depending on your arrival time, you will visit the Entebbe Botanical Gardens, a great introduction to Uganda’s birdlife. Expect sightings of the African Fish Eagle, Ross’s Turaco, Black-and-white Casqued Hornbill, and the Palm-nut Vulture. The gardens also host various sunbirds, weavers, and kingfishers. Dinner and overnight stay in Entebbe.

Accommodation options:

  • Airport link guest house (Midrange)
  • Hotel No.5 (Luxury)

Meals: Full board

Day 2: Birding at Mabamba Swamp – Transfer to Murchison Falls

Early in the morning, you will head to Mabamba Swamp, a Ramsar wetland on the shores of Lake Victoria, renowned for the elusive Shoebill Stork. You will navigate through the papyrus swamps on a traditional canoe, searching for the Shoebill along with African Jacanas, Malachite Kingfishers, Blue-breasted Bee-eaters, and Swamp Flycatchers. After birding at Mabamba, you will begin your journey northwards to Murchison Falls National Park, birdwatching along the way. Stopovers may include the Zziwa Rhino Sanctuary, where you can spot species such as the Abyssinian Ground Hornbill and the White-crested Turaco. Dinner and overnight near Murchison Falls.

Accommodation options:

  • Fort Murchison (Moderate)
  • Pakuba Safari Lodge (Midrange)
  • Nile Safari Lodge (Luxury)

Meals: Full board

Destination: Murchison Falls National Park

Day 3: Birding in Murchison Falls National Park

After an early breakfast, embark on a morning birding safari in the savannah grasslands of Murchison Falls. The park hosts over 450 bird species, including the Secretary Bird, Denham’s Bustard, Red-throated Bee-eater, Northern Carmine Bee-eater, Black-headed Lapwing, and Speckle-fronted Weaver. In the afternoon, take a boat cruise along the Nile to the base of the falls, offering sightings of water-associated species such as the African Skimmer, Goliath Heron, Shoebill, and Pied Kingfisher. Hike to the top of the falls for breathtaking views and more birding opportunities. Dinner and overnight in Murchison Falls.

Accommodation options:

  • Fort Murchison (Moderate)
  • Pakuba Safari Lodge (Midrange)
  • Nile Safari Lodge (Luxury)

Meals: Full board

Destination: Murchison Falls National Park

Day 4: Transfer to Kibale Forest – Enroute Birding

After breakfast, drive to Kibale Forest National Park, a journey through scenic landscapes with birding enroute. Stopovers along the way may reward you with sightings of the Black-billed Turaco, Yellow-billed Barbet, and Grey-headed Kingfisher. Arrive in Kibale in the evening, check in to your lodge, and enjoy some birding around the lodge premises, which may offer glimpses of the Snowy-crowned Robin-chat and the Western Nicator. Dinner and overnight in Kibale.

Accommodation options:

  • Kibale Forest Camp (Moderate)
  • Isunga Lodge (Midrange)
  • Chimpundu Lodge (Luxury)

Meals: Full board

Destination: Kibale National Park

Day 5: Birding in Kibale Forest and Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary

Kibale Forest is home to over 375 bird species, making it one of the best birding destinations in Uganda. Early morning birding will focus on spotting the elusive Green-breasted Pitta, African Pitta, Red-chested Owlet, and White-napped Pigeon. In the mid morning, we embark on our chimpanzee trekking experience. In the afternoon, explore Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary, a community-run birding haven known for the Great Blue Turaco, Papyrus Gonolek, White-spotted Flufftail, and the Joyful Greenbul. Dinner and overnight in Kibale.

Accommodation options:

  • Kibale Forest Camp (Moderate)
  • Isunga Lodge (Midrange)
  • Chimpundu Lodge (Luxury)

Meals: Full board

Destination: Kibale National Park

Day 6: Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park – Birding Along the Way

After breakfast, drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park, birdwatching along the way. Expect to see species like the African Grey Woodpecker, African Finfoot, and the African Emerald Cuckoo. Upon arrival, embark on an evening birding session in the park’s open savannah, with chances of spotting Grey-crowned Cranes, White-tailed Larks. Dinner and overnight in Queen Elizabeth National Park.

Accommodation Options:

  • Bush lodge (Moderate)
  • Aardvark Safari Lodge (Midrange)
  • Elephant Plains (Luxury)

Meals: Full Board

Destination: Queen Elizabeth National Park

Day 7: Birding in Queen Elizabeth National Park – Kazinga Channel Boat Safari

Start the day with a morning game drive in the Kasenyi Plains, one of the best birding spots in Queen Elizabeth National Park. Look out for the Black-bellied Bustard, African Wattled Lapwing, Martial Eagle, and the African Crake. In the afternoon, take a boat safari along the Kazinga Channel, where you will see large congregations of waterbirds, including the African Spoonbill, African Open-billed Stork, Great White Pelican, and the Grey-headed Gull. Dinner and overnight in Queen Elizabeth National Park.

Accommodation Options:

  • Bush lodge (Moderate)
  • Aardvark Safari Lodge (Midrange)
  • Elephant Plains (Luxury)

Meals: Full Board

Destination: Queen Elizabeth National Park

Day 8: Birding in Ishasha Sector – Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest

After breakfast, proceed to the Ishasha sector of Queen Elizabeth National Park, famous for its tree-climbing lions and excellent birding opportunities. This area is home to species such as the White-headed Barbet, Spot-flanked Barbet, and Black Coucal. After birding in Ishasha, continue to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, home to 23 Albertine Rift endemics. Evening birding around the lodge may offer sightings of the Bar-tailed Trogon and Red-throated Alethe. Dinner and overnight in Bwindi.

Accommodation options:

  • Buhoma Gorilla Camp (Moderate)
  • Bwindi Haven Lodge (Midrange)
  • Mahogany Springs Lodge (Luxury)

Meals: Full board

Destination: Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park

Day 9: Birding in Bwindi’s Ruhija Sector – Albertine Rift Endemics

Ruhija, one of the best birding sites in Bwindi, is home to many Albertine Rift endemics. Early morning birding in this montane forest provides chances of spotting the African Green Broadbill, Handsome Francolin, Archer’s Robin-Chat, Rwenzori Nightjar, and the Stripe-breasted Tit. The Mubwindi Swamp trail is a key highlight, offering sightings of the Grauer’s Rush Warbler and the Dusky Crimsonwing. Dinner and overnight in Bwindi.

Accommodation options:

  • Buhoma Gorilla Camp (Moderate)
  • Bwindi Haven Lodge (Midrange)
  • Mahogany Springs Lodge (Luxury)

Meals: Full board

Destination: Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park

Day 10: Departure – Transfer to Entebbe

After breakfast, enjoy one last birding session around Bwindi before starting the journey back to Entebbe. Birding stops along the way may include forest edges and wetland areas, with chances to spot the Black Bee-eater, Mackinnon’s Shrike, and the Dusky Twin spot or You have an option of Gorilla tracking in the morning before setting back to Entebbe. Arrive in Entebbe in the evening for your departure flight, marking the end of your 10-day Uganda Birding Experience.

Meals: Full Board

Destination: Entebbe

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TOUR INCLUSIONS
  • Gorilla permits @ $800
  • Chimpanzee permit
  • Accommodation & Meals
  • Park entry fees
  • All activities Mentioned
  • Mineral water
  • A professional tourist guide
  • A standard safari vehicle
  • Government taxes
   TOUR EXCLUSIONS
  • International visa
  • international air tickets
  • Insurance
  • laundry
  • tips
  • Alcoholic drinks
  • personal expenses