Multiday Uganda Birding Safari and Uganda Birding Habitats

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7 days (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: German and 8 more

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.

What's Included

Lunch (Optional[6])
Lunch
Dinner (Optional[5])
Dinner
Breakfast (Optional[6])
Breakfast
Meals

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

We Pick our Guest from the Airport. We are always at the 45 mins before arrival so that our guests don't have to wait for long waiting to be picked up. From the Airport, our guests are driven to the hotel or onto a scheduled flight to the next destination (National Park). We include internal flights in our itinerary to cut the distance and exhaustion from long hours of traveling on the road.

Itinerary

Duration: 7 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    Arrival in Entebbe

    1 stop
  • 1
    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.

    2 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 2

    Mabamba Swamp

    1 stop
  • 2
    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.

    2 hours • Admission ticket included
    • Day 3

    Lake Mburo National Park

    1 stop
  • 3
    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.

    6 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 4

    Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park

    1 stop
  • 4
    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.

    6 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 5

    Queen Elizabeth National Park.

    1 stop
  • 5
    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.

    3 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 6

    Kibale Forest National Park Birding

    1 stop
  • 6
    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.

    6 hours • Admission ticket included
    • Day 7

    Return to Entebbe & Departure

    1 stop
  • 7
    Entebbe

    Flight or road transfer back to Entebbe Airport

    3 hours • Admission ticket free

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
Supplied by Nkorongo Safaris
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Nature and Wildlife Tours
Multi-day Tours
Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
Sustainable Tours
Audio Guides
Air Tours
Helicopter Tours
4WD Tours
Walking Tours
Eco Tours
Nature Walks
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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