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Arrival
Day 1
Arrival in Entebbe
Arrival in Entebbe
Upon your arrival at Entebbe International Airport, you’ll be warmly welcomed by your birding guide. You'll transfer to your hotel in Entebbe, located along the shores of Lake Victoria, offering a serene environment for acclimatization.
You'll have an evening briefing by your guide about the itinerary and the bird species to expect.
Birding Highlights:
Depending on your arrival time, you may enjoy birding around the hotel gardens to spot species like the black-headed gonolek, African grey parrot, and yellow-backed weaver.
- Main Destination:
- Entebbe (City)
- Accommodation:
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Airport Guesthouse Entebbe
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Mabamba Swamp Birding Expedition
Mabamba Swamp Birding Expedition
After your early morning breakfast, you'll drive to Mabamba Swamp, a key birding site west of Entebbe.
You'll begin your birding expedition on a traditional canoe, gliding through the labyrinth of papyrus channels. The swamp is home to Uganda's most sought-after bird, the Shoebill, among other wetland species.
After the canoe ride, you will explore nearby grasslands for additional bird sightings.
You'll drive back to Kampala in the afternoon, stopping at Mpanga Forest for birding and spotting species like the Great Blue Turaco.
Birding Highlights:
Shoebill, Malachite Kingfisher, Papyrus Gonolek, African Jacana, Squacco Heron, Purple Swamphen, and many more.
- Main Destination:
- Mabamba Swamp
- Accommodation:
- Airport Guesthouse Entebbe
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Transfer to Murchison Falls National Park
Transfer to Murchison Falls National Park
After an early breakfast, you'll depart for Murchison Falls National Park, Uganda’s largest protected
area.
You'll stop at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for a rhino tracking experience combined with birding. You'll spot species like the Grey Crowned Crane and Abyssinian Ground Hornbill in this savannah woodland ecosystem.
You will enjoy lunch en route and continue to Murchison Falls.
You'll enjoy an evening of relaxation at the lodge, with a chance to bird around the property.
Birding Highlights:
White-crested Turaco, Marabou stork, Northern Red Bishop, and red-headed weaver.
- Main Destination:
- Murchison Falls National Park
- Accommodation:
- Fort Murchison Lodge (Room)
Wildlife in Murchison Falls NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Birding in Murchison Falls National Park
Birding in Murchison Falls National Park
You'll begin the day with an early morning game drive on the northern bank of the Nile. The savannah offers opportunities to spot both mammals and birds.
Focus on savannah birds like the Black-billed Barbet, Denham’s Bustard, and Red-throated bee-eater.
After lunch, you'll embark on a boat cruise along the Nile to the base of Murchison Falls. Look out for aquatic birds along the riverbanks. You will enjoy a brief hike to the top of the falls for spectacular views.
Birding Highlights:
Goliath Heron, African Fish Eagle, Rock Pratincole, Pied Kingfisher, and African Skimmer.
- Main Destination:
- Murchison Falls National Park
- Accommodation:
- Fort Murchison Lodge (Room)
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Transfer to Kibale Forest National Park
Transfer to Kibale Forest National Park
You'll depart Murchison Falls after breakfast and embark on a scenic drive to Kibale Forest, passing through small towns, lush countryside, and tea plantations.
En route, you'll stop for birding at selected forest reserves and wetlands.
You'll arrive at Kibale in the evening and settle into your lodge.
Birding Highlights:
Toro Olive Greenbul, White-spotted Flufftail, and African Emerald Cuckoo.
- Main Destination:
- Kibale National Park (Chimps)
- Accommodation:
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Kibale Forest Camp (Safari Tent)
Wildlife in Kibale NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Birding in Kibale National Park
Birding in Kibale National Park
You'll start with an early breakfast before heading into Kibale Forest for a full day of birding. The forest is known for its dense bird population and is home to over 375 bird species.
Target the rare Green-breasted Pitta, a major highlight for birders.
You'll explore forest trails while listening to the melodies of forest birds and spotting monkeys like the red colobus.
Afternoon birding focuses on forest edges and grasslands.
Birding Highlights:
Green-breasted Pitta, Yellow-billed Barbet, black bee-eater, Scaly-breasted Illadopsis, and Grey-headed Nigrita.
- Main Destination:
- Kibale National Park (Chimps)
- Accommodation:
- Kibale Forest Camp (Safari Tent)
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 7
Bigodi Wetlands and Departure
Bigodi Wetlands and Departure
Morning birding walk at Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary, a haven for wetland and forest bird species.
You'll spot species like the Papyrus Canary, White-winged Warbler, and Snowy-headed Robin-chat.
You'll return to the lodge for brunch before beginning your transfer back to Entebbe.
You'll stop briefly for birding along the way or at scenic spots of interest. You'll arrive at Entebbe for your evening flight.
Birding Highlights:
Papyrus Gonolek, Great Blue Turaco, and Speckled Tinkerbird.
- Main Destination:
- Kibale National Park (Chimps)
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
