3-Day Birding Tour in Uganda with Peter Wairasho
This short birding safari takes you from Entebbe to the wildlife-rich Queen Elizabeth National Park, a haven for bird lovers with over 600 recorded species. Enjoy a scenic boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel, game drives, and extensive birdwatching across diverse habitats. The journey concludes with a…
About this tour
This short birding safari takes you from Entebbe to the wildlife-rich Queen Elizabeth National Park, a haven for bird lovers with over 600 recorded species. Enjoy a scenic boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel, game drives, and extensive birdwatching across diverse habitats. The journey concludes with a stop at Mabamba Swamp, one of the best places to spot the rare Shoebill. A compact yet rewarding safari combining birding, wildlife, and scenic landscapes in Uganda.
Highlights include Over 600 Bird Species in Queen Elizabeth National Park, Boat Cruise on Kazinga Channel – excellent sightings of pelicans, fish eagles, and more, Shoebill Search at Mabamba Swamp, Wildlife Game Drives – elephants, lions, buffalo, hippos, and more and Diverse Birding Habitats – wetlands, savannah, forests, and grasslands.
Current departure availability and price are confirmed after inquiry. The program may be adapted to weather, access, bird activity and guest priorities. Wild bird and wildlife sightings cannot be guaranteed.
Guides
Itinerary ▼
Entebbe → Queen Elizabeth National Park Depart early from Entebbe and begin your scenic drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park. Enjoy birding stopovers along the way as you pass through Uganda’s countryside. Upon arrival, head for a boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel, one of the best birding and wildlife viewing spots in the park. Expect sightings of pelicans, African Fish Eagles, and other water birds, along with hippos and crocodiles. Later, proceed for an evening game drive in search of elephants, lions, buffalo, and more. Dinner and overnight at your lodge.
Full Day in Queen Elizabeth National Park Spend the entire day birdwatching across the park’s diverse habitats including savannah, wetlands, and forested areas. Look out for rare and sought-after species such as the African Green Broadbill, Papyrus Gonolek, African Finfoot, Shoebill, and various raptors. Enjoy continuous wildlife encounters including antelopes, hippos, and crocodiles throughout the day. Return to your lodge for dinner and overnight.
Queen Elizabeth → Entebbe (via Mabamba Swamp) After breakfast, enjoy a morning game drive to catch any wildlife or bird species you may have missed. Begin your journey back to Entebbe with a stop at Mabamba Swamp, a prime location for spotting the elusive Shoebill Stork. Enjoy a guided birding excursion through the papyrus channels, where you may also see other wetland species. Continue to Entebbe, arriving in the late afternoon for drop-off at your hotel or airport.
Locations & map
- Entebbe - Uganda (Conditions vary by habitat and season; current access and weather are confirmed before travel.)
Availability & pricing
Availability: Available on request · Season: Year-round, with the most suitable dates for the route and target birds confirmed after inquiry
Price: Price on request
Included
- Transport in a comfortable safari vehicle - Subject to the confirmed proposal.
- Professional English-speaking birding guide/driver - Subject to the confirmed proposal.
- Accommodation (2 nights) in/near Queen Elizabeth National Park - Subject to the confirmed proposal.
- Meals as per itinerary (breakfast, lunch & dinner) - Subject to the confirmed proposal.
- Park entrance fees for Queen Elizabeth National Park - Subject to the confirmed proposal.
Not included
- International and domestic flights - Not included unless explicitly stated otherwise.
- Visa fees and travel insurance - Not included unless explicitly stated otherwise.
- Drinks, tips, and personal expenses - Not included unless explicitly stated otherwise.
- Optional activities not mentioned above - Not included unless explicitly stated otherwise.
- Additional accommodation before/after the tour in Entebbe - Not included unless explicitly stated otherwise.
Transport & stays
- Private safari vehicle and route-specific walking, Transport and field activities follow the confirmed itinerary. Vehicle type and any boat transfers are reconfirmed for the selected dates. | Meet: Airport or an agreed accommodation in Entebbe | Pickup: Airport or accommodation pickup is arranged where included in the final proposal.
Accommodations
- Route accommodation (days 1-3) Confirmed for the selected dates
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How are dates and price confirmed?
Send the preferred dates, group size and accommodation expectations through BirdWatch.info for a current proposal.
Can the birding program be customized?
The final route and target priorities can be adjusted to guest interests, season, access and local conditions.