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12 Days Uganda Birding Safari

A comprehensive birding expedition across six national parks — from the rare Shoebill Stork at Mabamba to Albertine Rift endemics in Bwindi, with 1,060+ species to discover

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Duration
12 Days / 11 Nights
Tour type
Wildlife & Gorilla
Destination
Uganda
Group size
2 – 12 People
Difficulty
Moderate
Day by Day

Your Itinerary

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1
Arrive Entebbe → Botanical Gardens
Afternoon birding — Great Blue Turaco, African Fish Eagle, Ross us Turaco.
Arrive at Entebbe and head to the Entebbe Botanical Gardens, an excellent birding spot where you will encounter Great Blue Turacos, African Fish Eagles, Ross us Turacos, and numerous sunbirds and warblers. Start your birding adventure in a lush, paradise-like setting.
Hotel in Entebbe
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Entebbe → Mabamba → Murchison Falls
Morning Mabamba Swamp — rare Shoebill Stork. Drive north to Murchison.
Early morning birding expedition to Mabamba Swamp, one of Africa us premier birding sites, where you will search for the rare and magnificent Shoebill Stork. This prehistoric-looking bird is a prized sighting. Then drive north to Murchison Falls National Park.
Lodge near Murchison
3
Murchison — Birding & Game Drive
Morning Nile birding — Abyssinian Ground Hornbill, Grey Crowned Crane. Afternoon game drive.
Morning birding along the Nile River where you will spot Abyssinian Ground Hornbills, Grey Crowned Cranes, African Skimmers, and countless water birds. In the afternoon, combine birding with wildlife game driving to spot mammals.
Lodge near Murchison
4
Murchison — Nile Boat Cruise
Boat cruise to falls — African Skimmer, Goliath Heron, Pel us Fishing Owl. 450+ species.
Spectacular boat cruise up the Nile River to the base of Murchison Falls. This is prime birding territory with sightings of African Skimmers, Goliath Herons, Pel us Fishing Owls, Egyptian Plovers, and more. Murchison is a hotspot with 450+ bird species.
Lodge near Murchison
5
Murchison → Kibale Forest
Drive south. Birding at Royal Mile and Budongo — Green-breasted Pitta, Chocolate-backed Kingfisher.
Drive south through scenic landscapes to Kibale Forest. Afternoon birding at the Royal Mile trail and Budongo Forest, where you will find Green-breasted Pittas, Chocolate-backed Kingfishers, and many Albertine Rift endemic species.
Lodge near Kibale
6
Kibale — Forest Birding & Primates
Morning forest birding — Green Crested Turaco, African Pitta. Also chimps! Afternoon Bigodi.
Full day of rainforest birding in Kibale with Green Crested Turacos, African Pittas, Black-and-white Casqued Hornbills, and many other forest species. Mid-morning, encounter habituated chimpanzees — combining primate and bird watching. Afternoon Bigodi Wetland for warblers and weavers.
Lodge near Kibale
7
Kibale → Queen Elizabeth NP
Drive south through Rwenzori foothills. Savannah birding — Martial Eagle, Secretary Bird.
Drive south through beautiful mountain scenery with roadside birding opportunities. Arrive at Queen Elizabeth National Park and begin birding the savanna landscape with Martial Eagles, Secretary Birds, and Black Mambas (the bird!).
Lodge in Queen Elizabeth NP
8
Queen Elizabeth — Kazinga Channel
Morning boat cruise — African Fish Eagle, Malachite Kingfisher, Pink-backed Pelican. Afternoon Maramagambo Forest.
Morning boat cruise on Kazinga Channel — one of the world us best birding spots! Expect African Fish Eagles, Malachite Kingfishers, Pink-backed Pelicans, Goliath Herons, and more. Afternoon birding in Maramagambo Forest for forest species.
Lodge in Queen Elizabeth NP
9
Queen Elizabeth → Bwindi
Drive through Ishasha (tree-climbing lions!). Evening birding — Rwenzori Turaco.
Drive through the scenic Ishasha sector with birding stops. Encounter Rwenzori Turacos and other highland species. Arrive at Bwindi Impenetrable Forest in the evening.
Lodge near Bwindi
10
Bwindi — Gorilla Trekking & Birding
Morning gorilla trekking. Afternoon birding — African Green Broadbill, Grauer us Broadbill (Albertine endemic).
Morning mountain gorilla trekking — an incredible experience. In the afternoon, bird the forests of Bwindi searching for African Green Broadbills, Grauer us Broadbills, and other Albertine Rift endemics.
Lodge near Bwindi
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Bwindi — Ruhija Sector Birding
Full day birding — Shelley us Crimsonwing, Dusky Crimsonwing, Bar-tailed Trogon, endemics.
Full day dedicated to birding the Ruhija sector of Bwindi, known for its high concentration of Albertine Rift endemic birds. Search for Shelley us Crimsonwing, Dusky Crimsonwing, Bar-tailed Trogon, Handsome Francolin, and many others.
Lodge near Bwindi
12
Bwindi → Entebbe
Final morning birding. Drive to Entebbe. Airport transfer.
Early morning birding session around the lodge. Then begin your journey back to Entebbe with a scenic drive and stops for last-minute sightings. Transfer to the airport for your departure flight home.
Package Details

What's Included

Everything you need for the perfect safari

Included in Your Safari

  • Airport transfers & all ground transport in 4x4 safari vehicle
  • Mountain gorilla trekking permit (Bwindi)
  • Chimpanzee tracking permit (Kibale)
  • All national park entrance fees
  • Professional English-speaking safari guide
  • Full-board accommodation (9 nights)
  • Kazinga Channel boat cruise
  • Murchison Falls boat cruise
  • Rhino tracking at Ziwa Sanctuary
  • Bottled drinking water during drives

Not Included

  • International flights
  • Uganda tourist visa ($50)
  • Travel insurance
  • Tips & gratuities for guides and porters
  • Personal expenses & laundry
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Optional activities not mentioned
Why Us

Why Book With Nature Nest

Licensed & Trusted

Registered by Uganda Tourism Board, members of AUTO & UTA

Small Groups

Maximum 12 travelers for an intimate, personalized experience

Flexible Dates

Pick your perfect dates — we run tours year-round

Best Value

Competitive pricing with no hidden fees, ever

Testimonials

What Our Travelers Say

“We did the 12-day Uganda + Rwanda safari. Gorillas, chimps, Big Five — all in one trip. The multi-country planning was seamless. Best investment in memories we ever made.”

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Klaus & Gabriela M.
Munich, Germany

“The gorilla trekking was the most incredible experience of my life. Our guide knew every trail, every animal, every bird call. Nature Nest made everything seamless from start to finish.”

S
Sarah M.
London, United Kingdom

“From Queen Elizabeth to Bwindi, every day was a new adventure. The tree-climbing lions, the boat safari on Kazinga Channel — absolutely unforgettable. Already planning our return trip!”

J
James & Patricia D.
Toronto, Canada

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