21 Days Birding Uganda and Gorilla Trekking Safari

Arrive at Entebbe International Airport, where you will be met by your guide and transferred to your hotel. Spend the rest of the day at leisure, preparing for your birding adventure. Overnight at Lake Victoria Serena Resort.

Begin your birding tour at Mabamba Wetland Swamp, renowned for its Shoebill stork sightings. After a morning of birding, transfer to Masindi for an overnight stay at Masindi Hotel.

Explore the Royal Mile in Budongo Forest, one of Uganda’s premier birding destinations. Look for species such as the African Dwarf Kingfisher and the Chocolate-backed Kingfisher. Overnight at Budongo Eco Lodge.

Transfer to Murchison Falls National Park, with birding en route. Enjoy an afternoon boat cruise to the base of the falls, spotting aquatic birds along the way. Overnight at Paraa Safari Lodge.

Spend the day birding in Murchison Falls National Park, home to over 450 bird species. Key species include the Goliath Heron, Abyssinian Ground Hornbill, and the Grey Crowned Crane. Overnight at Paraa Safari Lodge.

Bird the escarpment area before transferring to Kibale Forest National Park, a haven for bird watchers and primate lovers. Overnight at Primate Lodge Kibale.

Spend the day birding in Kibale Forest, targeting the elusive Green Breasted Pitta among other species. Overnight at Primate Lodge Kibale.

Start with chimpanzee trekking in Kibale Forest, followed by birding in Bigodi Swamp, known for its rich birdlife and primate sightings. Overnight at Primate Lodge Kibale.

Transfer to Semuliki National Park, birding en route. Semuliki is known for its Central African bird species, offering a unique birding experience. Overnight at Semuliki Safari Lodge.

Bird the Kirumia Trail, looking for species like the Lyre-tailed Honeyguide and the Congo Serpent Eagle. Overnight at Semuliki Safari Lodge.

Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park, birding along the way. The park is famous for its diverse birdlife, including the African Skimmer and Papyrus Gonolek. Overnight at Mweya Safari Lodge.

Spend the day birding in Imaramagambo Forest, searching for species like the Black Bee-eater and the Forest Flycatcher. Overnight at Mweya Safari Lodge.

Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, birding en route. Bwindi is a birding paradise with over 350 bird species, including 23 Albertine Rift endemics. Overnight at Buhoma Lodge.

Embark on a thrilling gorilla trekking adventure in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. Spend an hour with a habituated gorilla family, observing their behavior and interactions. Overnight at Buhoma Lodge.

Bird the Buhoma Sector of Bwindi, targeting species such as the African Green Broadbill and the Shelley’s Crimsonwing. Overnight at Buhoma Lodge.

Transfer to the Ruhija Sector, birding through ‘the Neck’ of the forest. Ruhija is known for its high-altitude bird species. Overnight at Ruhija Gorilla Lodge.

Bird the Mubwindi Swamp Trail, seeking species like the Grauer’s Broadbill and the Handsome Francolin. Overnight at Ruhija Gorilla Lodge.

Transfer to Mgahinga Gorilla National Park, birding along the way. Mgahinga is home to the Albertine Rift endemics and other highland species. Overnight at Mount Gahinga Lodge.

Spend the day birding in Mgahinga Gorilla National Park, searching for species like the Rwenzori Turaco and the Kivu Ground Thrush. Overnight at Mount Gahinga Lodge.

After a morning birding session, transfer to Entebbe for your final night. Overnight at Lake Victoria Serena Resort.

Depending on your flight schedule, enjoy some leisure time before transferring to Entebbe International Airport for your departure flight.