Overview
The 10 Days Uganda Birding Safari and Primate Trekking is a dream for avid birders, combining superb bird watching with chimpanzee and gorilla trekking. Search for the shoebill at Mabamba Swamp, explore the 355-plus bird species of Kibale Forest and Bigodi Wetland, cruise the Kazinga Channel, look for tree-climbing lions in Ishasha, and bird the Albertine Rift endemics of Bwindi before an unforgettable gorilla trek.
Explore more of our birding safaris or see the related 13 Days Uganda Bird Watching Adventure.
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Mabamba Swamp Shoebill Birding
Canoe through Mabamba wetland on Lake Victoria in search of the shoebill stork, papyrus gonolek and many more species.
Transfer to Kibale Forest National Park
Drive to Kibale, birding around the lodge among its 355-plus species.
Birding in Kibale & Bigodi Wetland
Forest birding for pittas, robin chats and more, with an afternoon Bigodi Wetland walk.
Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park
Drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park, checking in to relax.
Game Drive & Kazinga Channel Cruise
Morning game drive and an evening Kazinga Channel boat cruise.
Ishasha Tree-Climbing Lions & Birding
Game drive to the Ishasha sector for tree-climbing lions and birding.
Drive to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Transfer to Bwindi, home to the Albertine Rift endemics.
Birding in Bwindi
A full day birding along the Bwindi trails for forest specials.
Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi
Trek mountain gorillas for a magical hour in the Impenetrable Forest.
Return to Kampala/Entebbe
Drive back to Kampala/Entebbe, marking the end of your safari.
What's Included
✓ Included
- ✓ Accommodation and meals as per itinerary
- ✓ 4x4 safari vehicle
- ✓ Birding, game drives and boat cruises
- ✓ English-speaking birding guide
- ✓ Park entrance fees
✗ Excluded
- ✗ Gorilla permit
- ✗ International flights & visas
- ✗ Drinks
- ✗ Tips
- ✗ Personal expenses
- ✗ Laundry
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