Bird Safari - Tour code: ATBW
No other country in Africa can match Uganda’s amazing diversity of habitats and this richness is reflected in the ever-burgeoning bird list of over 1,066 species.
No other country in Africa can match Uganda’s amazing diversity of habitats and this richness is reflected in the ever-burgeoning bird list of over 1,066 species. Uganda is the richest African Birding destination, with some of East Africa’s rarest and most sought after birds. 50% of the continent's species can be seen in Uganda!
Various locations just outside Kampala offer the opportunity to see a multitude of different species. Depending on the time available and your particular interest, walks are available in a variety of different geographical areas in and around Kampala; from Swamps to Forests to Lake Shores. The Golf Course right in the City Centre also offers an excellent bird viewing opportunity if time is short.
Prices start from USD $100 per person, per day. This includes transport and a three to four hour walk with a trained bird guide.
Possible locations in and around Kampala:
Mabamba Swamp and Shore Line (Lake Victoria near Masaka)
About one and a half hours out of Kampala, Mabamba Swamp bird life includes many water birds such as the Shoebill Stork, Open-bill and Saddle-billed Storks, Goliath Heron, Black Herons, etc.
Prices range from USD $120 per person per day.
Mabira Forest
Green Parrot, Great Blue Turaco and several species of Hornbills.
Mpanga Forest
Western Grey Plantain Eaters, Great Blue Turaco, Ross's Turaco, Green Parrot and Hornbills.
Entebbe and Botanical Gardens
Zika Forest
You can combine several day trips in and around Kampala. For birdwatching safaris anywhere from 7 to 21+ days see our Long Tour portfolio or let us put together a package for you based on your preferred species viewing and/or preferred destination.
Any and all tours can be combined or modified to fit your particular needs. Please tell us your specific requirements in your inquiry or complete our Inquiry Form
Prices are subject to change based upon accommodation availability, your tour alterations and other parameters until time of full and final confirmation.
