This 21-day Uganda Birding Safari is the ultimate expedition for birding enthusiasts eager to explore the full breadth of Uganda’s avian diversity. The itinerary takes you through the country’s top birding destinations — from central wetlands and lush tropical rainforests to vast savannahs and semi-arid valleys. With over 1,070 bird species, Uganda is a globally recognized birding hotspot, and this journey is designed to maximize your chances of spotting both endemic and sought-after species, including the Shoebill, African Green Broadbill, Green-breasted Pitta, and many Albertine Rift endemics. The trip also includes cultural experiences, optional primate tracking, and scenic drives through Uganda’s stunning natural beauty.

Safari Highlights

  • Spot the legendary Shoebill Stork in its natural habitat at Mabamba Swamp and the Nile Delta — a true bucket-list bird for any birder

  • Track Albertine Rift endemics like the African Green Broadbill, Shelley’s Crimsonwing, and Handsome Francolin in the montane forests of Bwindi

  • Explore the remote wilderness of Kidepo Valley National Park, home to unique dry-country bird species such as the Karamoja Apalis, Black-breasted Barbet, and Clapperton’s Francolin

  • Venture into Kibale Forest, one of the best birding spots in East Africa, for specialties like the elusive Green-breasted Pitta and joyful mixed flocks of forest species

  • Cruise along the Kazinga Channel in Queen Elizabeth National Park, spotting a dazzling mix of waterbirds including African Skimmers, Pelicans, and Kingfishers

  • Bird across diverse ecosystems — wetlands, savannahs, tropical forests, and dry thornbush — providing exceptional birding variety and over 500 species during the trip

  • Search for woodland and acacia species in Lake Mburo National Park, including the Red-faced Barbet, African Finfoot, and White-winged Warbler

  • Discover Murchison Falls National Park, combining scenic landscapes with prolific birdlife such as Abyssinian Ground Hornbill, Secretarybird, and Shoebill

  • Optional chimpanzee and gorilla tracking experiences, giving you a chance to encounter Uganda’s great apes amid prime birding destinations

  • Travel with experienced birding guides, who will help you identify Uganda’s rarities, lifers, and endemics, while enjoying authentic cultural encounters along the way