7-Day Birding, Wildlife, and Primate Safari in Uganda

Upon arrival at Entebbe International Airport, you will be met by our guide and transferred to your hotel. After a short briefing, we proceed to Mabamba Swamp, a Ramsar site famous for the Shoebill Stork, one of Africa’s most sought-after birds. Other notable species include Malachite Kingfisher, African Jacana, and Papyrus Gonolek. After the birding excursion, return to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

Lodging:{2Friends Beach Hotel Entebbe Mid-Range Type} | Half Board:(Breakfast, Dinner)

After an early breakfast, we begin our journey to Murchison Falls National Park, Uganda’s largest and most diverse park. Along the way, we stop at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for an exciting rhino tracking experience, a great opportunity to see these endangered giants up close. After lunch, we continue to Murchison Falls at the Top of the Falls. Later, continue to your lodge and  check in for dinner and overnight stay.

Lodging:{Pakuba Safari Lodge Mid-Range Type} | Full Board:(Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

We start the day with a game drive in the Buligi sector, where we look for lions, elephants, giraffes, buffalos, and antelopes. The park is home to over 450 bird species, including the Goliath Heron, Giant Kingfisher, and Red-throated Bee-eater etc.

In the afternoon, embark on a boat safari on the Nile River, where you’ll see hippos, crocodiles, and waterbirds such as the African Fish Eagle and Shoebill. 

Lodging:{Pakuba Safari Lodge Mid-Range Type} | Full Board:(Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Today, we drive south to Kibale National Park, Uganda’s primate capital, home to over 1,500 chimpanzees and 375 bird species. The journey offers scenic views of rolling hills and birding stops, where we may spot White-thighed Hornbill, Great Blue Turaco, and Ross’s Turaco. Arriving in the afternoon, we check in at the lodge and enjoy a relaxed evening birding around the forest edge.

Lodging:{Guereza Canopy Lodge Mid-Range Type} | Full Board:(Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

After an early breakfast, we head into Kibale Forest for a thrilling chimpanzee tracking experience. During the trek, you may also encounter other primates like Red Colobus, L'Hoest's Monkey, and Black-and-White Colobus Monkey.

In the afternoon, we visit Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary, a haven for birders, home to species such as the Papyrus Gonolek, White-spotted Flufftail, and Green-breasted Pitta.

Lodging:{Guereza Canopy Lodge Mid-Range Type} | Full Board:(Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

After breakfast, we transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park, known for its rich biodiversity. Along the way, we pass the scenic Rwenzori Mountains and stop at the Equator crossing for photography.

In the afternoon, enjoy a boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel, where you will see hippos, crocodiles, and an array of waterbirds, including African Skimmers, Great White Pelicans, and Pink-backed Pelicans.

Lodging:{Enganzi Game Lodge Mid-Range Type} | Full Board:(Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

We start the day with an early game drive in the Kasenyi Plains, searching for lions, elephants, buffalos, and warthogs. Birders will enjoy spotting species such as Martial Eagle, Grey Crowned Crane, and African Hoopoe.

After the game drive, we begin our return journey to Entebbe, making stops for scenic views and lunch. Upon arrival, we transfer you to the airport for your departure flight.