10 Days Uganda Birding Safari

Start early with a transfer to Mabamba Swamp, a world-famous site for the Shoebill Stork. Paddle through narrow papyrus channels by canoe, spotting African Jacanas, Malachite Kingfishers, Papyrus Gonoleks, and Swamp Flycatchers. After lunch, return to Entebbe for overnight.

After breakfast, drive to Kibale Forest National Park (approx. 5–6 hours), stopping for birding along forest edges, wetlands, and tea plantations. Look for Black Bee-eaters, White-headed Wood Hoopoes, and Crowned Hornbills. Evening birding near the lodge. Overnight near Kibale.

Spend a full day exploring Kibale Forest, home to over 250 bird species. Guided walks take you under the dense canopy and along forest trails to spot African Green Broadbill, Green-breasted Pitta, White-naped Pigeon, and Great Blue Turaco. There are also excellent opportunities to see primates, including Red Colobus Monkeys and Chimpanzees. Overnight at the lodge.

Spend a full day exploring Kibale Forest, home to over 250 bird species. Guided walks take you under the dense canopy and along forest trails to spot African Green Broadbill, Green-breasted Pitta, White-naped Pigeon, and Great Blue Turaco. There are also excellent opportunities to see primates, including Red Colobus Monkeys and Chimpanzees. Overnight at the lodge.

Drive to Semuliki National Park, which borders the Congo Basin. Afternoon birding along forest trails and riverine areas, targeting species such as Nkulengu Rail, Piping Hornbill, and White-crested Hornbill. Overnight near the park.

Spend a full day in Semuliki exploring different habitats, including swamp forests and riverine corridors. Expect to see Central African specialties like Black-wattled Hornbills, Red-billed Dwarf Hornbills, and Congo Serpent Eagles. Evening relaxation and overnight at the lodge.

Spend a full day in Semuliki exploring different habitats, including swamp forests and riverine corridors. Expect to see Central African specialties like Black-wattled Hornbills, Red-billed Dwarf Hornbills, and Congo Serpent Eagles. Evening relaxation and overnight at the lodge.

Spend the day exploring Queen Elizabeth’s diverse habitats. Take morning and afternoon game drives with opportunities to see savannah and wetland birds, including Grey-crowned Cranes, Saddle-billed Storks, African Fish Eagles, and Secretary Birds. Overnight at the lodge.

Transfer to Lake Mburo National Park, home to both aquatic and savannah species. Afternoon birding along walking trails and lakeshores, looking for African Finfoot, White-winged Tit, Red-faced Barbet, Abyssinian Ground Hornbill, and Grey-crowned Crane. Overnight at a lodge near the park.

Enjoy an early morning boat ride on Lake Mburo to observe waterbirds such as Malachite Kingfishers, African Fish Eagles, and Pied Kingfishers. After birding, begin the journey back to Entebbe, with opportunities for roadside birding en route. Arrive in time for your departure, concluding the safari.