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Birdwatching in Uganda

Uganda Fixed Date Bird Watching Group

The tour starts and ends in Entebbe on the shores of Lake Victoria. Highlights include Lake Mburo, Albertine Rift endemics in Bwindi, West African biome species in Semuliki, Kibale & Budongo specials, plus optional gorilla trekking in Bwindi.

Rates

  • This tour can't be booked by solo travelers.
  • The trip requires a minimum of 2 people to run.
  • Rates are per person and exclude international flights.

Rates per person (USD)

Departure dates Solo (1 room) 2 people (1 room) 4 people (2 rooms) 5 people (3 rooms) 6 people (3 rooms)
02nd July 2023 n/a* $4,230 $3,215 $3,120 $2,877

*n/a = not available. This tour can't be booked by solo travelers.

Included

  • Park fees (for non-residents)
  • All activities (unless labeled optional)
  • Meals (as specified in the day-by-day section)
  • Accommodation (unless listed as upgrade)
  • A day room at the end of the tour
  • Round trip airport transfer
  • Professional driver/guide
  • Transportation (unless labeled optional)
  • All Taxes/VAT

Excluded

  • Government imposed increase of park fees and/or taxes
  • Accommodation on the day before departure
  • International flights (from/to home)
  • Tips (guideline US$10 pp per day)
  • Personal items (souvenirs, insurance, visa fees, etc.)
  • Drinks

Detailed itinerary

Day 1

Arrivals at the Airport

Early arrivals will give a chance to bird in Entebbe Botanical Gardens (EBG).

Situated on the northern shores of Lake Victoria, EBG is a beautiful place with colourful butterflies, birds and primates in an area of 40.7ha. Some species you may see include harrier hawk, lizard buzzard, ross’s turaco, hornbills, sunbirds, bee-eaters, robin-chats and more.

  • Main destination: Entebbe
  • Accommodation: Boma Hotel Entebbe (Mid-range guest house)
  • Meals & drinks: Breakfast & dinner (Lunch not included) • Drinks not included
Day 2

Mabamba Swamp and Lake Mburo National Park

Bird Mabamba wetland in the morning and continue to Lake Mburo in the afternoon. Mabamba is an IBA and home to several pairs of Shoebills and many wetland specials.

  • Main destination: Lake Mburo National Park
  • Accommodation: Eagle's Nest Camp (Mid-range tented camp)
  • Meals & drinks: All meals included • Drinks not included
Day 3

Whole day birding in Lake Mburo National Park

Morning bird walk, mid-day boat ride, and afternoon birding in the wooded savannah.

Expect papyrus specialists, water birds, and great wildlife like zebra, topi, eland, giraffe and impala.

  • Main destination: Lake Mburo National Park
  • Accommodation: Eagle's Nest Camp
  • Meals & drinks: All meals included • Drinks not included
Day 4

Travel to Ruhiija sector of Bwindi Impenetrable Forest

Check out early and continue southwest to Bwindi with birding stops along the way. Early arrivals may bird along the main road in Ruhiija. Your first encounter with Albertine Rift endemics begins here.

  • Main destination: Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
  • Accommodation: Broadbill Forest Camp (Mid-range tented camp)
  • Meals & drinks: All meals included • Drinks not included
End

End of tour

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