25-Day Breathtaking Uganda Birding Tour

25 Days

Begin your journey on the ultimate 25-day Uganda Birding Tour, where you’ll explore the diverse ecosystems of Uganda. As you traverse this avian paradise, a private guided adventure not only guarantees sightings of 500+ bird species. 

  • 12
  • 65
  • 1
  • Safari Cruiser
  • Hotels, Camps
  • Entebbe
  • Birding, Wildlife Safari, Photography
  • All meals during the Safari
  • English
  • 1-6 per van

Uganda Birding Tour - Overview

Tailored for small groups of 1-6 travelers, this exclusive experience ensures window seats for uninterrupted wildlife viewing while uncovering Uganda’s premier birding havens.

Top Birding Destinations in Uganda

From start to finish, your 25-Day Uganda Birding Tour covers Uganda’s most iconic parks:

  • Mabamba Swamp: Kick off your adventure at this UNESCO wetland, renowned as the Shoebill stork’s prime habitat.

  • Bwindi Impenetrable NP: Venture into UNESCO-listed rainforests teeming with Mountain Gorillas and the elusive Red-faced Woodland Warbler.

  • Semuliki Forest: Step into a Central African biome to discover rare species like the Nkulengu Rail and Black-casqued Hornbill.

  • Murchison Falls NP: Cap off your tour amid savannah giants like the Rock Pratincole and Abyssinian Ground Hornbill.

By the end, you’ll have witnessed Africa’s avian wonders in unparalleled depth. Ready to embark? Book your 25-Day Uganda Birding Tour today and unlock access to 500+ species in the heart of Africa’s birding paradise!

Highlights

  • Rare Species: Shoebill, Green-breasted Pitta, 23+ Albertine Rift endemics.
  • Diverse Habitats: Swamps, rainforests, savannahs, and alpine zones.
  • Exclusive Experience: Private vehicle, expert guides, and flexible pacing.

Itinerary

  • Day
    01

    Entebbe → Mabamba Swamp

    Begin your adventure on this 25-day Uganda Birding Tour with a sunrise boat ride through Mabamba Swamp, where you’ll target the iconic Shoebill stork. Afterward, explore Mpanga Forest for woodland species like the Northern Brown-throated Weaver.
    Overnight: Entebbe

    3 hour
    Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner
    3 Stars Hotel
  • Day
    02

    Entebbe → Lake Mburo National Park

    Next, the Uganda birding tour transfers to Lake Mburo NP, where savannah birding unveils Great Blue Turaco, Grey Crowned Crane, and Lizard Buzzard. As the day unfolds, watch for rollers, hornbills, and Black-headed Gonolek.
    Overnight: Lake Mburo Safari Lodge

    Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner
    Lodge

    Relax in one of our luxurious cottages, all raised on a wooden platform and covered by a grass-thatched roof, perfectly blending with the natural environment, stylishly and thoughtfully designed for your absolute comfort, convenience, and pleasure.

  • Day
    03

    Lake Mburo National Park

    Dedicate today to full-day Uganda birding, focusing on Lake Mburo’s star species: Black-faced Barbet, the African Finfoot, and the Saddle-billed Stork. Meanwhile, scan the skies for raptors like the African White-backed Vulture.
    Overnight: Lake Mburo Safari Lodge

    Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner
    Lodge

    Relax in one of our luxurious cottages, all raised on a wooden platform and covered by a grass-thatched roof, perfectly blending with the natural environment, stylishly and thoughtfully designed for your absolute comfort, convenience, and pleasure.

  • Day
    04

    Lake Mburo → Mgahinga National Park

    After a final morning in Lake Mburo, journey onward to Mgahinga NP. Here, volcanic forests host Albertine Rift endemics like Rwenzori Turaco and Shelley’s Crimsonwing.
    Overnight: Mgahinga

    Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner
    Home Stay
  • Day
    05

    Mgahinga National Park

    Immerse yourself in Mgahinga’s rainforests as you track Kivu Ground Thrush and Purple-breasted Sunbird. Later, explore Echuya Forest for high-altitude surprises.
    Overnight: Mgahinga

    Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner
  • Day
    06

    Mgahinga → Bwindi Impenetrable NP (Ruhija)

    Following breakfast, Uganda birding tour transfers to Bwindi Impenetrable NP, a UNESCO site teeming with Albertine Rift endemics. Prepare for days of rare birding and optional gorilla encounters.
    Overnight: Trekker’s Tavern

    Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner
    Hotel

    Welcome to Trakkers Tavern Cottages, where you can immerse yourself in ancient architecture, the tranquil countryside, and the vibrant regional diversity of southwestern Uganda. Located in the charming village of Ruhija, our cottages are at the doorstep of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, a tropical Eden known for its lush rainforests, waterfalls, diverse birdlife, butterflies, and the rare mountain gorillas.

  • Day
    07-08

    Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Ruhija)

    Spend two days combing Bwindi’s trails for the Red-faced Woodland Warbler, Strange Weaver, and Regal Sunbird. Additionally, listen for the haunting calls of the Black-billed Turaco.
    Overnight: Trekker’s Tavern

    Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner
    Hotel

    Welcome to Trakkers Tavern Cottages, where you can immerse yourself in ancient architecture, the tranquil countryside, and the vibrant regional diversity of southwestern Uganda. Located in the charming village of Ruhija, our cottages are at the doorstep of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, a tropical Eden known for its lush rainforests, waterfalls, diverse birdlife, butterflies, and the rare mountain gorillas.

  • Day
    09

    Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Buhoma)

    Descend to Buhoma, where you’ll seek Bar-tailed Trogon and Blue-throated Sunbird. If permits allowcap off the day with Mountain Gorilla tracking.
    Overnight: Egangi Lodge

    Lodge

    Engagi Lodge in Bwindi is a modern lodge in a breathtaking setting offering stunning views over the forest canopy. The lodge is situated in a large tract of land contiguous to the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park, and runs from the main road to the Park Headquarters down to the Munyaga river.

  • Day
    10

    Bwindi Impenetrable National Park → Queen Elizabeth National Park

    Depart early for Queen Elizabeth NP via Ishasha. En route, spot Cassin’s Grey Flycatcher before arriving at the park’s savannahs, alive with Wahlberg’s Eagle and African Elephant.
    Overnight: Queen Elizabeth Bush Camp

    Tented Camp

    The Bandas are built on raised wooden platforms combined with other local materials situated within the bush to give you a true wilderness experience from the views provided by the private terraces in each room over viewing the seasonal Kamera river and waking up to the chattering of water birds.

  • Day
    11

    Queen Elizabeth National Park

    Start with a morning game drive, followed by a Kazinga Channel boat safari. Here, the African Skimmer and Martial Eagle dominate the skies, while hippos crowd the waters.
    Overnight: Queen Elizabeth Bush Camp

    Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner
    Tented Camp

    The Bandas are built on raised wooden platforms combined with other local materials situated within the bush to give you a true wilderness experience from the views provided by the private terraces in each room over viewing the seasonal Kamera river and waking up to the chattering of water birds.

  • Day
    12

    Queen Elizabeth National Park → Kibale National Park

    After breakfast, bird the park’s edge for Grey-headed Kingfisher before continuing to Kibale NP, renowned for chimpanzees and rainforest birds.
    Overnight: Primate Lodge

    Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner
    Lodge

    Our lodge’s greatest asset lies in its location, nestled deep within the forest and adjacent to the starting point for Chimpanzee tracking and the extraordinary Chimpanzee Habituation experience. These are among the most awe-inspiring wildlife encounters you’ll find anywhere on the planet.

  • Day
    13

    Kibale National Park

    Focus on Kibale’s Green-breasted Pitta and Bigodi Swamp, where Papyrus Gonolek and Red Colobus Monkey thrive. Later, return to the lodge at dusk.
    Overnight: Primate Lodge

    Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner
    Lodge

    Our lodge’s greatest asset lies in its location, nestled deep within the forest and adjacent to the starting point for Chimpanzee tracking and the extraordinary Chimpanzee Habituation experience. These are among the most awe-inspiring wildlife encounters you’ll find anywhere on the planet.

  • Day
    14

    Kibale National Park

    Uganda birding tour begins the day by tracking chimpanzees, then shifts to birding for Buff-spotted Woodpeckers and White-breasted Nigrofinch. As the day ends, tally your sightings.
    Overnight: Primate Lodge

    Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner
    Lodge

    Our lodge’s greatest asset lies in its location, nestled deep within the forest and adjacent to the starting point for Chimpanzee tracking and the extraordinary Chimpanzee Habituation experience. These are among the most awe-inspiring wildlife encounters you’ll find anywhere on the planet.

  • Day
    15

    Kibale National Park → Fort Portal

    Conclude your Kibale adventure before transferring to Fort Portal, a scenic town nestled in the Rwenzori foothills.
    Overnight: Fort Portal

    Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner
  • Day
    16

    Fort Portal → Semliki National Park

    Uganda birding tour ventures into the Central African biome of Semliki Forest. Keep your binoculars ready for the Black-casqued Hornbill and Nkulengu Rail.
    Overnight: Bundibugyo

    Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner
  • Day
    17-18

    Semliki National Park

    Spend two days on the Kirumia Trail, searching for Rufous-sided Broadbill, Maxwell’s Weaver, and African Piculet. Meanwhile, primates chatter in the canopy.
    Overnight: Bundibugyo

    Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner
  • Day
    19

    Semliki National Park → Masindi

    After the final Uganda birding, transfer to Masindi. En route, spot Blue-throated rollers soaring over farmlands.
    Overnight: Masindi Hotel

    Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner
    Hotel

    Indulge in a luxurious experience tailored to your preferences, whether you're visiting for business or pleasure. Explore our exquisite range of comfortable lodging options designed to take you back in time. Delight your taste buds with a tantalizing array of handpicked dishes from diverse cuisines at Kabalega Restaurant. Unwind on our inviting terrace or immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of Hemingway Bar adorned with captivating memorabilia before your culinary journey.

  • Day
    20

    Masindi → Budongo Forest

    Explore Budongo’s Royal Mile, a hotspot for White-thighed Hornbill and Fraser’s Ant Thrush. Don’t miss the playful Blue Monkey troops.
    Overnight: Masindi Hotel

    Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner
    Hotel

    Indulge in a luxurious experience tailored to your preferences, whether you're visiting for business or pleasure. Explore our exquisite range of comfortable lodging options designed to take you back in time. Delight your taste buds with a tantalizing array of handpicked dishes from diverse cuisines at Kabalega Restaurant. Unwind on our inviting terrace or immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of Hemingway Bar adorned with captivating memorabilia before your culinary journey.

  • Day
    21

    Masindi → Murchison Falls National Park

    Head north to Murchison Falls NP, pausing en route to seek Puvel’s Illadopsis in the woodlands.
    Overnight: Paraa Safari Lodge

    Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner
    Lodge

    Established in 1954, Paraa Safari Lodge is in Murchison Falls National Park. The lodge is located in the north west of Uganda over looking one of nature's best kept secrets, the River Nile, on its journey from its source at Lake Victoria to join Lake Albert. Paraa Safari Lodge offers a unique blend of comfort, relaxation and adventure. Each of the rooms is a haven of style and serenity, complete with balcony and private bathroom.

  • Day
    22-23

    Murchison Falls National Park

    Devote two days to savannah birding, targeting Abyssinian Ground Hornbill, Rock Pratincole, and Pennant-winged Nightjar. At dusk, listen for hyena calls.
    Overnight: Paraa Safari Lodge

    Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner
    Lodge

    Established in 1954, Paraa Safari Lodge is in Murchison Falls National Park. The lodge is located in the north west of Uganda over looking one of nature's best kept secrets, the River Nile, on its journey from its source at Lake Victoria to join Lake Albert. Paraa Safari Lodge offers a unique blend of comfort, relaxation and adventure. Each of the rooms is a haven of style and serenity, complete with balcony and private bathroom.

  • Day
    24

    Murchison Falls National Park

    Conclude your Uganda birding tour with a boat cruise to the Nile’s thunderous falls, where Rock Pratincole dart over rapids.
    Overnight: Paraa Safari Lodge

    Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner
    Lodge

    Established in 1954, Paraa Safari Lodge is in Murchison Falls National Park. The lodge is located in the north west of Uganda over looking one of nature's best kept secrets, the River Nile, on its journey from its source at Lake Victoria to join Lake Albert. Paraa Safari Lodge offers a unique blend of comfort, relaxation and adventure. Each of the rooms is a haven of style and serenity, complete with balcony and private bathroom.

  • Day
    25

    Murchison Falls National Park → Kampala

    Bid farewell to the wilds as you return to Entebbe, ending your epic 25-day Uganda Birding Tour.

    Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner

The Cost Includes

  • Transport with exclusive use of a 4×4 safari Land Cruiser from the 1st day to departure day as per itinerary inclusive of fuel.
  • Pick up and drop off on arrival and departure at the airport.
  • Accommodation lodges as per the itinerary with all three meals a day
  • Services of a tour leader and or driver.
  • Parks, reserve, and conservation areas entry fee
  • Emergency evacuation
  • Boat trips in Mabamba and Kizinga Channel
  • Drinking water available from the van cool box

The Cost Excludes

  • Gorilla permit (Subject to availability), which is USD 600 per person.
  • Chimpanzee permit (Subject to availability), which is USD 150 per person.
  • Medical and travel insurance including luggage.
  • Beverages
  • Items of personal nature such as telephone, laundry, gifts among others
  • Visa, airport tax
  • Tipping of driver and or tour leader.