8-Day Queen Elizabeth and Bwindi Birding Safari
An eight-day Uganda birding safari combining Queen Elizabeth savanna/Kazinga Channel and Bwindi montane forest birding.
About this tour
This tour listing follows Wonder Adventures Uganda's eight-day savanna and montane forests birding sub-itinerary for Queen Elizabeth and Bwindi.
The route combines Queen Elizabeth National Park tracks and Kazinga Channel boat birding with Bwindi Impenetrable Forest sectors including Buhoma, the Bwindi Neck, Ruhija and Umubwindi Swamp.
The tour itinerary includes one gorilla tracking day. Final permit, lodge, vehicle, price and exact inclusion details will be confirmed after enquiry.
Planning a wider trip? Read our birdwatching guide to Uganda.
Birds you can spot
Podica senegalensis
target
Rynchops flavirostris
target
Merops gularis
target
Pseudocalyptomena graueri
target
Rynchops albicollis
target
Laniarius mufumbiri
target
Oreolais ruwenzorii
target
Heliornis fulica
target
Melaenornis ardesiacus
target
Guides
Itinerary ▼
Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park and do afternoon savanna birding.
Bird Queen Elizabeth Kasenyi tracks and bird Kazinga Channel during the afternoon boat cruise.
Bird en route to the Ishasha wilderness sector while transferring to Bwindi.
Bird the Waterfall Trail in the Buhoma sector of Bwindi.
Transfer to Ruhija sector with en route birding at the Bwindi Neck.
Gorilla tracking day within the birding itinerary.
Bird Umubwindi Swamp, where many Albertine Rift endemics occur.
Transfer to Kampala or Entebbe Airport.
Locations & map
- Queen Elizabeth National Park - Western Uganda Uganda (Savanna tracks and Kazinga Channel birding.)
- Kazinga Channel - Queen Elizabeth National Park Uganda (Boat-based birding and waterbirds.)
- Bwindi Impenetrable Forest - Southwestern Uganda Uganda (Albertine Rift montane forest birding.)
Availability & pricing
Availability: Available on request · Season: Tailor-made on request; Albertine Rift forest birding and permits will be confirmed after enquiry.
Price: Price on request
Included
- Specialist bird guide - Guiding by Robert Kungujje or Wonder Adventures Uganda as confirmed.
- Route planning - Route adapted to current birding targets, access and season.
- Pickup logistics - Exact pickup point and transport inclusion should be confirmed in the quote.
Not included
- International flights and visas - Guests arrange international travel and visas unless separately confirmed.
- Travel insurance - Insurance is recommended and normally arranged by guests.
- Optional permits and extras - Gorilla, chimpanzee, boat and park permits depend on the final itinerary and quote.
Transport & stays
- Private vehicle / safari vehicle Vehicle type, fuel, driver-guide arrangements and pickup are confirmed with the final itinerary. | Meet: Kampala, Entebbe, Entebbe International Airport or route-specific pickup point will be confirmed after enquiry. | Pickup: Kampala, Entebbe, Entebbe International Airport or route-specific pickup by arrangement.
Policies & FAQ
Cancellation Policy
Payment Terms
Insurance & Safety
How are prices and inclusions confirmed?
No. Price, inclusions, permits, accommodation and availability are confirmed before booking.
Is this a birding-focused itinerary?
Yes. These itineraries focus on birdwatching and can be arranged by enquiry.
How do enquiries work?
Use the BirdWatch inquiry form. BirdWatch routes the enquiry to Robert for confirmation and follow-up.