Best of Uganda Birding Safaris – 21 Days Ultimate Birdwatching Adventure

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Discover Africa’s Premier Birding Destination

Welcome to the Best of Uganda Birding Safaris – 21 Days, an extraordinary ornithological expedition through the “Pearl of Africa.” Uganda is one of the top birding destinations in the world, boasting over 1,090 bird species, including the rare Shoebill, Albertine Rift endemics, forest specials, savannah raptors, and wetland treasures.

This 21-day Uganda birding safari is expertly designed for passionate birders, wildlife photographers, researchers, and nature lovers seeking a comprehensive and professionally guided birdwatching tour across Uganda’s most iconic habitats.

Why Choose Uganda for Birding Safaris?

  • Home to the prehistoric-looking Shoebill Stork
  • 24 Albertine Rift endemic species
  • Diverse ecosystems: wetlands, rainforests, savannah, montane forests, lakes, and swamps
  • English-speaking professional birding guides
  • Excellent year-round birding conditions

This tour combines comfort, expert guidance, and prime birding hotspots — making it one of the best-selling Uganda birding safari packages among tour operators.

21 Days Detailed Uganda Birding Safari Itinerary

Day 1–2: Mabamba Swamp – Shoebill Experience

Mabamba Swamp

  • Early morning canoe excursion searching for the Shoebill
  • Papyrus Gonolek, Blue Swallow, African Jacana
  • Optional birding around Entebbe Botanical Gardens

Lodge Options:

  • Luxury: Protea Hotel Entebbe
  • Midrange: Papyrus Guest House
  • Budget: Airport Guesthouse Entebbe

Day 3–4: Lake Mburo National Park

Lake Mburo National Park

  • African Finfoot, Brown-chested Lapwing, Red-faced Barbet
  • Boat cruise birding safari
  • Savanna and wetland species

Lodge Options:

  • Luxury: Mihingo Lodge
  • Midrange: Rwakobo Rock Lodge
  • Budget: Eagles Nest Lodge

Day 5–7: Bwindi Impenetrable Forest – Albertine Rift Endemics

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

  • African Green Broadbill
  • Shelley’s Crimsonwing
  • Rwenzori Turaco
  • Optional Gorilla Trekking

Lodge Options:

  • Luxury: Buhoma Lodge
  • Midrange: Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge
  • Budget: Ride 4 A Woman Guesthouse

Day 8–9: Queen Elizabeth National Park

Queen Elizabeth National Park

  • Martial Eagle, African Skimmer, Pelicans
  • Kazinga Channel boat cruise
  • Tree-climbing lions (wildlife bonus)

Lodge Options:

  • Luxury: Mweya Safari Lodge
  • Midrange: Twin Lakes Safari Lodge
  • Budget: Pumba Safari Cottages

Day 10–12: Kibale Forest National Park

Kibale National Park

  • Green-breasted Pitta
  • African Pitta (seasonal)
  • Primates & chimpanzee tracking option

Lodge Options:

  • Luxury: Ndali Lodge
  • Midrange: Turaco Treetops
  • Budget: Isunga Lodge

Day 13–14: Semuliki National Park

Semuliki National Park

  • Congo biome species
  • Nkulengu Rail
  • Yellow-throated Cuckoo

Lodge Options:

  • Luxury: Semuliki Safari Lodge
  • Midrange: UWA Bandas Semuliki

Day 15–17: Murchison Falls National Park

Murchison Falls National Park

  • Shoebill in Nile Delta
  • Goliath Heron
  • Abyssinian Ground Hornbill
  • Visit to the top of Murchison Falls

Lodge Options:

  • Luxury: Paraa Safari Lodge
  • Midrange: Pakuba Safari Lodge
  • Budget: Red Chilli Rest Camp

Day 18–19: Budongo Forest

Budongo Forest Reserve

  • Puvel’s Illadopsis
  • Chocolate-backed Kingfisher
  • Chimpanzee tracking option

Day 20–21: Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary & Return to Entebbe

Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary

  • White Crested Turaco
  • Shoebill possibility
  • Rhino tracking on foot

Return to Entebbe for departure.

What’s Included in This 21-Day Uganda Birding Safari

✔ Professional Birding Guide
✔ 4×4 Safari Vehicle with Pop-up Roof
✔ Full Board Accommodation
✔ Park Entrance Fees
✔ Boat Safaris
✔ Airport Transfers
✔ Bottled Drinking Water

Why This is Uganda’s Best-Selling Birding Safari

  • Covers all major birding hotspots
  • High species count potential (600+ species possible)
  • Flexible lodge categories (Luxury, Midrange & Budget)
  • Optional Gorilla & Chimpanzee Tracking
  • Fully customizable for private or group birding tours

Book Your 21-Day Uganda Birding Safari Today

Experience the most comprehensive and professionally guided Uganda birdwatching safari tour available. Whether you’re a serious birder, wildlife photographer, or nature enthusiast, this 21-day Uganda safari guarantees exceptional sightings, comfortable lodges, and unforgettable African adventure.

Reserve your Best of Uganda Birding Safari now and explore Africa’s richest birding paradise.

Best of Uganda Birding Safaris – Where Every Day Brings a New Species.