Uganda Birding Expedition
Duration
Overview
Uganda is a paradise for bird enthusiasts, offering an extraordinary opportunity to explore one of Africa’s richest avian habitats. This expedition takes you through Uganda’s diverse landscapes, from the lush forests of Bwindi to the vast wetlands of Mabamba Bay, home to the rare shoebill stork. With over 1,000 bird species, including vibrant turacos, sunbirds, and raptors, this journey provides an unparalleled bird-watching experience. Led by expert guides, you’ll discover Uganda’s natural beauty while enjoying the thrill of spotting both endemic and migratory birds in their natural surroundings.
Tour Plan
Arrival at Entebbe International Airport and transfer to your hotel.
Full day birding at Mabamba Swamp, famous for the Shoebill stork.
Drive to Murchison Falls National Park. Afternoon birding around the Nile River.
Morning game drive focused on bird species. Afternoon boat cruise for water birds.
Drive to Kibale National Park with birding en route. Evening birding walk around the lodge.
Full day birding in Kibale Forest, home to a variety of forest species.
Drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park. Afternoon birding along the Kazinga Channel.
Full day birding in Queen Elizabeth National Park, including Maramagambo Forest.
Drive to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park with birding stops en route. Evening birding around the lodge.
Full day birding in Bwindi, focusing on Albertine Rift endemics.
Transfer to Lake Mburo National Park. Evening birding around the park.
Morning birding walk in Lake Mburo National Park. Drive back to Entebbe for your departure flight.
