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Bird Watching in Uganda, Birding Tours in Uganda Africa

Bird watching in Uganda Safaris or birding tours in Uganda Africa offer the most amazing birding in Uganda experience every bird lover undertaking safaris in Africa could ever think of!

Uganda birding tour allows you to explore several Uganda bird species on the huge bird list of Uganda. This beautiful bio-diverse equatorial country is home to over 1,096 bird species, including the Albertine Rift Endemics, Congo Guinea biome birds, woodland birds, acacia, and water birds, to mention but a few.

Among birding destinations in the East African region, Uganda is the best place to spot the: Green Breasted Pitta, African Green Broadbill, the rare Shoebill, African Finfoot, white-bellied Bellied Robin Chat, Double-toothed Barbets, African Fish Eagle, Kingfishers, Bee-eaters, etc.

Birding safaris in Uganda allow visitors to also enjoy close encounters with other wildlife species such as African Elephant, Lions, African Buffalo, Zebras, Giraffes, Hippos, etc.

Although Uganda holds various birding destinations, most Uganda birding trips are done in Murchison Falls National Park, Kibale Forest, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, and Queen Elizabeth National Parks. Other must-visit Ugandan birding sites include Mabamba Swamp, Mabira Forest, and Semuliki Park.

Travers coming for Uganda safari holidays can have Uganda birding tour holidays all year round since it’s an equatorial country. Migratory birds in Uganda are normally present from November to April.

For memorable birding safaris in Uganda, you should accompany gorilla tracking, chimpanzee trekking, and game viewing on your trip.

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List of Key Bird Species in Uganda, Top Uganda Birds- (Examples of Wild Birds in Uganda)

Travelers undertaking birding in Uganda tour expeditions should expect to spot various birds that most travelers on African birding journeys are usually interested in!

Below are the popular birds in Uganda to look for on your Uganda birding tour vacation:

  1. The shoebill
  2. African Fish Eagles
  3. Green-breasted Pitta
  4. Great Blue Turaco
  5. African Finfoot
  6. White Browed Robin Chat
  7. Papyrus Yellow Warbler
  8. Secretary Bird
  9. African Green Broadbill
  10. Double-toothed Barbets
  11. Yellow Eyed Black Flycatcher
  12. White Bellied Robin-Chat

Top Uganda Birding Destinations: Where Can I See Birds in Uganda? | Where Can I Watch Birds in Uganda?

In this Uganda birding blog, we have brought you the best bird-watching places in Uganda to explore during your Uganda birding trips. Expect to spot several birds, such as Albertine Rift Endemics and Lake Victoria biome birds, as well as birds endemic in the African Great Lakes region, etc.

The following are the popular bird-watching places in Uganda:

1. Queen Elizabeth National Park

A Uganda birding tour without Queen Elizabeth National Park is an incomplete Uganda birding trip!

Out of the 10 national parks in Uganda, Queen Elizabeth Park holds the highest bird checklist of over 600 bird species unmatched by any protected area in Africa.

Most bird Uganda safaris in Queen Elizabeth National Park—one of Uganda’s birding delights—are done at Kazinga Channel, Kasenyi Plains, Kyambura Gorge, Mweya Peninsula, within Maramagambo Forest, etc.

Popular birds in Queen Elizabeth National Park to look for:

  1. Great Blue Turaco
  2. African Fish Eagle
  3. Papyrus Gonolek
  4. African Finfoot
  5. Saddle Billed Storks
  6. Pink-Backed Pelican
  7. Double-toothed Barbets
  8. White Browed Robin Chat
  9. Kingfishers
  10. Grey Crowned Crane
  11. Long Crested Eagle
  12. Red-chested Sunbird
  • Travelers undertaking Uganda birding tour expeditions in Queen Elizabeth National Park will spot various Lake Victoria biome bird species.
  • Bird-watching tours in Kasenyi plains will give you a chance to spot other wildlife such as African Elephant, Lions, Buffalos, Antelopes, etc.

  1. Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

To many, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park is a birding paradise for Uganda birding tours however it’s a great site for the best Mountain gorilla tracking safaris in Africa.

Bwindi Impenetrable Forest is home to over 350 bird species, including over 90% of the Albertine Rift Endemics, of which 14 are endemic species. Most of the Uganda birding tours in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park are done in the Buhoma sector and Ruhija area.

While on a Uganda birding tour in Bwindi, lucky travelers can spot other wildlife like Bushbucks, Forest Duikers, African Elephants, Amphibians, reptiles, etc.

Here is the list of the key birds in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park:

  1. Grauer’s Broadbill
  2. Rwenzori Turaco
  3. Yellow Eyed Black Flycatcher
  4. Handsome Francolin
  5. Black Bee-Eater
  6. Short-Tailed Warbler
  7. Bar-tailed Trogon
  8. African Green Pigeon
  9. Blue-Headed Sunbird
  10. Crowned Hornbill

You will find local Ugandan bird guides with great knowledge of the local birds in Bwindi.

3. Murchison Falls National Park

Murchison Falls National Park is among the top Uganda birding destinations you shouldn’t miss on your Uganda birding tours. It’s the best place to spot the shoebill stalk among countries in East Africa as well as Africa at large.

About 450 bird species have been recorded in Murchison Falls National Park, including wading birds, savannah birds, Lake Victoria biome species, and most species found in the African Great Lakes region. There are no Albertine rift endemics in Murchison Falls Park.

Most of the Uganda birding tours are done on the boat cruise within the Nile Lake Albert delta area and Buligi game area during game drives. During game drives in Buligi, you’ll encounter other wildlife like Lions, African Elephants, Buffalos, Giraffes, various Antelopes, etc.

You’ll spot other birds on the launch on the Victoria Nile to the base of the falls.

Notable birds in Murchison Falls National Park:

  1. Shoebill
  2. Secretary bird
  3. Papyrus Gonolek
  4. African Fish Eagle
  5. Abyssinian Ground Horn Bill
  6. White-backed Night Heron
  7. Saddle-billed storks
  8. Kingfishers
  9. Red-throated Bee-eaters
  10. Papyrus Yellow Warbler
  11. Black Heron
  12. African Darters

4. Kibale Forest Park

Undertaking Uganda birding safari tours in Kibale Forest is the best way to spot forest birds in Uganda. Kibale is an ideal place for travelers interested in forest Uganda birding tours.

Uganda Kibale Park is home to over 370 bird species including the rare Green Breasted Pitta. About six (6) Albertine rift endemics have been spotted, such as the Dusky Crimsonwing, Black-capped Apalis, and Red-faced Woodland Warbler, Collared Apalis.

In Kibale, keen birders can spot the African Wood Owl.

Usually, visitors taking Uganda birding tour expeditions in Kibale also explore Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary, the home of the Great Blue Turaco. In this area, several Lake Victoria biome species, like the Papyrus Gonolek can be spotted.

Below are key birds in Kibale Forest to look for on your Uganda birding tour:

  1. Green Breasted Pitta
  2. Papyrus Yellow Warbler
  3. Great Blue Turaco
  4. White Bellied Robin-Chat
  5. Red Rumped Tinkerbird
  6. Pin-Tailed Whydah
  7. Abyssinian Ground Thrush
  8. African Finfoot
  9. Yellow-Rumped Tinkerbird
  10. Red-fronted Tinkerbirds
  11. African Grey Parrot

Kibale Park is a great Uganda birding site, but it’s also a popular site for Uganda chimpanzee trekking safaris.

5. Semilki National Park

Due to the rich bird life in Semilki National Park, it’s considered a true birder’s haven. Semuliki Park boasts over 441 species of birds, most of whom are woodland birds of Uganda.

Among birding destinations in East Africa, Semuliki is the only destination to spot Congo Guinea biome species, and among these are the Congo Serpent Eagle, Nkulengu Rail, Piping Hornbills, Spot-Breasted Ibis, etc.

The most sought-after birds in Semuliki Forest Park are:

  1. Long-tailed Hawk
  2. White Headed Wood Hoopoe
  3. White-crested Hornbill
  4. Black Dwarf Hornbill
  5. White-thighed Hornbill
  6. Black Dwarf Hornbill
  7. Black-casqued Hornbill
  8. Abyssinian Ground-Thrush
  9. Red Thighed Sparrowhawk
  10. White-bellied Robin-Chat
  11. White Backed Night Heron

Often, Uganda birding tour safaris in Semuliki are carried out on the Kirumia trail walk. Several beautiful primate species and other wildlife like forest African Elephants, Bushbucks, and Duikers can be spotted by lucky travelers.

Within Semuliki Park, you can spot Lake Victoria biome species as well as those in the African Great Lakes region. Albertine Rift’s endemics are rare!

6. Kidepo Valley Park

Bordering South Sudan and Kenya in northeastern Uganda, Kidepo Valley Park is among the top Uganda birding destinations you shouldn’t miss on your Uganda birding safari tours.

Over 470 bird species have been recorded in Kidepo. Out of this total, 60 are endemic species in the Karamoja region, for instance, Karamoja Apalis, and most bird-watching tours take place in the Narus Valley area, Namamukweny Valley, and around Apoka rest camp, etc.

Common birds in Kidepo Park to look for on your Uganda birding tour:

  1. Abyssinian Roller
  2. Ostriches
  3. Abyssinian ground Hornbill
  4. White-bellied Go-away-bird
  5. Kori Bustard
  6. Secretary Bird
  7. Lizard Buzzard
  8. Jackson’s Hornbill
  9. Northern Carmine Bee-eater
  10. Red-and-yellow Barbet

While birding in the fringes of Narus Valley, apart from birds, you’ll spot other wildlife such as large Buffalo herds, African Elephants, Cheetahs, Lions, Antelopes, etc.

Note:

  • There are no Lake Victoria biome species or bird species in the African Great Lakes region
  • This park is the best Ugandan birding destination to spot birds of prey. Over 56 species have been recorded

7. Mgahinga Gorilla National Park

Just like Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, Uganda birding tours in Mgahinga Gorilla National Park can be done on top of your gorilla tracking expeditions in this park.

Mgahinga Park is another wonderful birding destination to spot the Albertine rift endemics, for instance, the rare Shelly’s Crimsonwing and the Rwenzori Turaco.

Uganda birding tours in Mgahinga mostly take place along the beautiful Sabinyo Gorge trail and within the montane forests.

Top birds in Mgahinga National Park to look for while on your Uganda birding tour:

  1. White-bellied Robin-Chat
  2. Regal Sunbird
  3. Pin-Tailed Whydah
  4. African Olive Pigeon
  5. African Paradise Flycatcher
  6. Blue-headed Sunbird
  7. Handsome Francolin
  8. African Olive Pigeon: spotted most in montane forests
  9. Yellow-eyed Black Flycatcher
  10. Cape Robin-Chat

Note:

  • Other must-not-miss activities in Mgahinga park-adjacent to Rwanda’s Volcanoes National Park include; golden monkey trekking as well as volcano hiking.
  • If lucky, while birding in Mgahinga Park, you can spot other wildlife such as forest Elephants, African Elephants, Bushbucks, Forest hogs, etc.

8. Lake Mburo National Park

On your Uganda birding tour holidays, Lake Mburo National Park is the best birding destination to spot acacia bird species of Uganda.

Although Mburo is a small park, it holds a checklist of over 350 birds. Other wildlife in Mburo Game Park includes zebras, impalas, bushbucks, elands, topis hippos, giant crocodiles, and Cape buffalos.

Most of the Uganda birding trips in Mburo National Park are done in the Warukiri & Miriti swamps, plus areas around Lake Mburo. Rubanga Forest awaits bird lovers interested in forest birding.

Popular birds in Lake Mburo National Park to look for on your Uganda birding tour vacation:

  1. Eastern Grey Plantain Eater
  2. Bare-faced-go away bird
  3. African Finfoot
  4. Papyrus Gonolek
  5. Yellow-Rumped Tinkerbird
  6. Saddle-Billed Stork
  7. African fish Eagle
  8. Red-faced Barbet
  9. Rupp Ell’s starling
  10. Double-toothed Barbets

9. Mabamba Swamp

Mabamba Swamp is a rich birding site on the northern shores of Lake Victoria- the biggest lake in the African Great Lakes region.

Most travelers on a Uganda birding tour safari who visit Mabamba are interested in searching for the prehistoric Shoebill. However, Mabamba Wetland is beyond Shoebills, over 300 birds have been recorded in this Ramsar site!

Below is a list of notable birds in Mabamba Swamp:

  1. The Shoebill
  2. Papyrus Gonolek
  3. Grey-crowned crane
  4. Goliath Heron
  5. Blue Swallow
  6. Long-crested Eagle
  7. African Jacana
  8. Greater and Lesser Egrets
  9. Hamerkop
  10. Kingfishers

Migratory birds in Mabamba Swamp are present from November to April.

10.      Mount Elgon National Park

Found within eastern Uganda, Mount Elgon Park is a great Uganda birding destination to spot birds dwelling in montane forests.

This beautiful park is home to about 300 bird species. Out of this total, over 40 birds are endemic species, for example, the endangered Lammergeyer, Jacksons Francolin, Tacazze sunbird, as well as Black-shouldered Kite, etc.

More birds in Mount Elgon Park include; Ross’s Turaco, Bronze Sunbird, Doherty’s Bushshrike, Pin-tailed Whydah, Abyssinian Thrush, Mountain Yellow-Warbler, Elgon Francolin, and Red-winged Starling.

Apart from birds, other lovely wildlife recorded in Mount Elgon Park include forest buffalos, African elephants, and beautiful primates in the montane forests.

Other Prominent Uganda Birding Destinations to Explore

  1. Budongo Forest, an ideal site for forest birding
  2. Mabira Forest
  3. Echuya Forest Reserve, en route to Mgahinga Park, another ideal destination for Uganda gorilla trekking tours. Echuya is one of the most beautiful montane forests in Uganda
  4. Lutembe wetland, around Lake Victoria

Albertine Rift Endemic Bird Species in Uganda

Albertine rift endemics are birds endemic to the Albertine rift region. This region spans the western arm of the East African Rift Valley, stretching from Lake Albert & north of Lake Tanganyika.

Here are the 24 Albertine Rift Endemic bird species in Uganda:

  1. Handsome Francolin
  2. Shelley’s Crimsonwing
  3. Grauer’s Broadbill
  4. Regal Sunbird
  5. Dusky Crimsonwing
  6. Rwenzori Turaco
  7. Strange Weaver
  8. Rwenzori nightjar
  9. Kivu Ground Thrush
  10. Blue-Headed Sunbird
  11. Red-Throated Alethe
  12. Neumann’s Warbler
  13. Purple-Breasted Sunbird
  14. Grauer’s Warbler
  15. Rwenzori Batis
  16. Collared Apalis
  17. Mountain Masked Apalis
  18. Archer’s Robin Chat
  19. Dwarf Honeyguide
  20. Stripe-Breasted Tit
  21. Yellow Eyed Black Flycatcher
  22. Chapin’s Flycatcher
  23. Grauer’s Scrub Warbler
  24. Red-Faced Woodland Warbler

While undertaking Uganda birding tours, below are the birding destinations to spot Albertine rift endemics:

  • Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, home to over 90% of Albertine rift endemics
  • Rwenzori Mountains National Park- holds about 19 Albertine Rift endemics
  • Mgahinga Park- is home to about 14 Albertine rift endemic birds
  • Echuya Forest Reserve: here, about 18 Albertine rift endemics have been recorded
  • Kibale Park: 6 have been recorded here

Migratory Bird Species in Uganda

Over 300 migratory bird species dwell in Uganda. These birds come from Europe, South Africa, and Asia, as well as from the Siberia subregion, during the winter period. They migrate in search of good weather conditions.

Migratory birds in Uganda can be spotted from November to April.

Popular migratory birds in Uganda to look for on your Uganda birding tour include:

  1. Flamingos
  2. Blue Swallows
  3. African pygmy Goose
  4. White-Winged Terns
  5. Gull-billed Terns
  6. Slender-billed Gulls
  7. Klaas’s cuckoo
  8. Lesser black-backed gull
  9. Madagascar Squacco Heron

Migratory birds in Uganda are best spotted in Mabamba Swamp, Lutembe Wetland, Queen Elizabeth Park, and Murchison Falls Park.

Packing List for Uganda Birding Safari – What to Pack for a Uganda Birding Tour?

As you plan to come for a Uganda birding tour vacation, there are some Uganda safari essential items you must not miss on your packing list for a successful safari!

These include:

  • A clear camera
  • Sturdy hiking boots are ideal during nature walks or forest birding
  • Binoculars
  • Insect repellants
  • Raincoat with a hood
  • A sunhat, sunscreen, and sunglasses
  • Uganda birding tour guide books
  • Light backpack to keep your day essentials during your Uganda birding tour expeditions
  • Energy-giving snacks
  • Flashlights are ideal if you are going to have nighttime birding on your Uganda birding tour
  • A simple first-aid kit, if possible!
  • Enough bottled water- to hydrate yourself as you undertake Uganda birding tour expeditions

What to Wear for Birding Safaris in Uganda? | What to Wear During Your Uganda Birding Tour?

All travelers undertaking birding expeditions in Uganda should mind what they put on. Not every cloth is ideal for bird watching adventures!

Here is a guide on what to wear on your Uganda birding expeditions:

  1. Long-sleeved shirts and trousers

Such clothing on Uganda bird watching tours in tropical rainforests protects your body from cuts and insect bites during forest birding. In Savannah Park, you can put on light clothes as well as short trousers.

Khaki, brown, and grey colors are suggested!

  1. Good hiking boots

Choose boots that cover the uncle! Hiking boots protect your feet from cutting objects along the birding hiking trail. They’re ideal even as you track mountain gorillas, chimpanzees, or any hiking adventure.

  1. Sun protection gears

Include sunglasses, a sunhat as well as the sunscreens. These protect them from direct, strong sunlight while in the field.

Uganda Birding Tips, Uganda Bird Watching Tips

There are some guidelines every bird watcher should follow while on Uganda birding tour expeditions for memorable African birding journeys in Uganda.

On your Uganda birding tour, these key points are crucial:

  1. Never go birding without a camera and a binocular. The camera should have a clear lens and good storage space.
  2. Bird watching expeditions in the morning hours offer the best experience.
  3. It’s not wise to leave the trail while on your Uganda birding tour
  4. Always speak in a low voice while birding. A loud voice scares birds
  5. Avoid going birding in large groups. This can limit clear views. It’s better if you split into smaller groups
  6. Always go birding with enough bottled water; it keeps you hydrated while on your Uganda birding tour expeditions
  7. Avoid moving unnecessary items. In the jungle, only come with essential items like a camera, binoculars, insect repellents, a simple rain jacket, and bottled water.
  8. On your Uganda birding tour, also keep an eye on other lovely wildlife species in the jungle.
  9. The dry months offer the best experience for birding expeditions in Uganda. Most trails are normally drier. This applies as you go to track Mountain gorillas or chimps
  10. Never forget an insect repellent, rain poncho, and hiking boots as you come for your Uganda birding tour safari.

African Birding Books – What Is the Best Bird Watching Book to Take on Your Uganda Birding Safari Tour?

A birding book is so helpful while on your Uganda birding tour adventure. These books feature numerous birds with their local names and other key information about them.

Recommended books to use on the Uganda birding holiday tour:

  1. East Africa Birds: A Folding Pocket Guide to Familiar Species in Tanzania, Kenya, and Uganda by James Kavanagh
  2. Field Guide to the Birds of East Africa: Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania, Rwanda, & Burundi by Terry Stevenson and John Fanshawe
  3. Where to Watch Birds in Uganda, by Russouw and Sacchi
  4. Pocket Guide: Birds of East Africa by Dave Richards

Best Time to Go Birding in Uganda – What Is the Best Time to Bird Watch in Uganda? | What Month Is Best for Bird Watching Safaris in Uganda?

The dry months offer the best Uganda bird watching safari experience. The dry months in Uganda include June to early September and December to February. Usually, during this period, there are few rainfall inconveniences in most parks, especially those with montane forests.

The above months are ideal for tracking mountain gorillas, wildlife viewing, and chimpanzee trekking expeditions.

Birding trails, especially in tropical rainforests, usually get muddy and slippery in the wet months of March to May and October to November.

If interested in migratory birds on your Uganda birding tour vacation, target November to April.

What Is the Best Time of Day for Bird Watching? | What Time of Day Is Best for Bird Watching Safaris in Uganda?

For a lifetime Uganda birding tour, bird watchers should always go bird watching in Uganda during the morning hours. Around this time, birds are so active and amazing to watch!

Birding expeditions in Uganda are also possible in the evening hours. Birds normally hide in tree branches during the afternoon hours because of high temperatures.

Cost of a Uganda Birding Safari – How Much Is a Uganda Birding Trip?

A Uganda birding safari trip costs about 50–400 US dollars per person. This rate can further be affected by your travel style, for instance, the meals you’re to take, transportation means, duration of your Uganda birding tour, as well as your accommodation class.

Why Go for Bird Watching in Uganda? | Why Do Bird Watching in Uganda? | Why Go for a Uganda Birding Tour?

Uganda is one of the top-ranking birding destinations in Africa, and it’s second to none within the countries of East Africa.

Below are the reasons to undertake birding expeditions in Uganda:

  1. On your Uganda birding tour vacation, you’ll spot numerous bird species. Among these are migratory birds, Albertine rift endemics, Lake Victoria biome species, acacia dwellings, and forestry birds
  2. Destination Uganda is the richest country in Africa and the best African birding destination to spot the mysterious Shoebill
  3. Also, Uganda is the most ideal site on the African continent to spot Shelley’s Crimsonwing, Green Breasted Pitta, and Grauer’s Broadbill
  4. All Uganda birding tour sites are easily accessible for instance, Kibale Park and Murchison Falls Park
  5. Within the East African region, Uganda is the best country to spot Albertine rift endemics
  6. On your Uganda birding tour, you can also enjoy other amazing African safari activities, which are limited in most African countries. Among these include tracking gorillas, game viewing, chimpanzee tracking, & golden monkey tracking

Best Uganda Birding Safari Companies to Book with Your Vacation

As you plan to undertake African birding tours in Uganda, always look for a dependable and experienced tour operator. These companies have a wide knowledge of organizing Uganda birding holiday safaris.

Here are the top Uganda birding safari companies you must book with your birding vacation:

  1. Prime Safaris and Tours Ltd
  2. Wild Gorilla Safaris
  3. Safari Uganda Safaris
  4. Africa Safaris Tours
  5. Uganda Birding Safaris
  6. A Uganda Safari
  7. Travel Guide Uganda
  8. Guide To Uganda

Best Uganda Birding Tours, Popular Uganda Birding Safari Package

Having a wide knowledge of organizing Uganda birding tour packages, we have brought to you some of our popular Uganda birding safari tours you should try out for notable wildlife adventures!

Most of our birding Uganda tour expeditions feature other wonderful safari activities such as Mountain gorilla tracking, chimpanzee trekking, and game viewing tours where you spot other wildlife like Mountain gorillas, chimpanzees, Lions, Buffalos, African Elephants, Giraffes, Zebras, etc.

These are the common African bird watching safaris in Uganda:

  • 9 Days Rwanda birding tour & Mountain Gorilla tracking Trip
  • 14 Days Kidepo Valley Uganda Birding Tour (Fox’s Weaver and Karamoja Apalis)
  • 17 Days Rwanda and Uganda Birding Safari and Wildlife Trip
  • 19 Days Kenya Birding & Wildlife Photography Safari
  • 20 Days Uganda Birding Tour
  • 23 Days Uganda Birding Tour- (Explore western Uganda)

Accommodation – Where to Stay on Your Uganda Birding Tour Vacation?

There are several places where you can stay on your Uganda birding tour in each destination you’ll visit. They range from safari lodges, hotels, camps, and guest houses categorized into budget, midrange, and luxury.

Below are some of the best Uganda safari lodges commonly used by travelers on Uganda birding tour holidays:

Best Luxury Lodges in Uganda

  1. Chobe Safari Lodge
  2. Mweya safari lodge
  3. Clouds Mountain Gorilla Lodge and,
  4. Primate Lodge

Popular Midrange Lodges in Uganda

  1. Haven Lodge
  2. Enganzi Game Lodge
  3. Kidepo Savannah Lodge and,
  4. Chimps Nest Lodge

Common Budget Lodges in Uganda

  1. Red Chili Rest
  2. Pumba Safari Cottages
  3. Bwindi Guest House
  4. Nshongi Camp
  5. Buhoma Community Rest Camp

More Questions on Uganda Birding Tours

1. What Is Bird Watching? | What Is Birding?

Bird watching is a lovely safari expedition that involves looking at and observing birds in their natural habitat, for instance, in tropical rainforests, savannahs, and montane forests. Uganda birding tour adventures mostly take place in parks, game parks, and sanctuaries.

2. What Are the Common Birds in Uganda?

Bird watchers undertaking Uganda birding tour holidays commonly meet the Common Bulbul, Great Blue Turaco, Red-billed Firefinch, African Thrush, Sunbirds, Herons, Kingfishers as well as Bee Eaters.

While on a Uganda birding tour vacation, you can spot the above birds even along the footpaths & within the town.

3. What Is the Rarest Bird in Uganda?

Among Uganda birds, Shelley’s Crimsonwing is the rarest bird. Though it’s hardly seen, this bird has been spotted in Mgahinga and Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. Experienced local Uganda birding guides can help you spot it!

Other fairly rare birds in Uganda include the Green Breasted Pitta, Grauer’s Broadbill, African Finfoot, as well as the Shoebill.

4. Which Bird Is Endemic to Uganda? | Which Birds Are Only Found in Uganda?

Uganda’s endemic bird is the Fox’s Weaver.  This beautiful bird can only be spotted within the Lake Opeta and Lake Bisina regions while on your Uganda birding tour.

5. Where Can You See Birds of Prey in Uganda?

Kidepo Park on Uganda’s South Sudan border is the best Uganda birding destination to spot birds of prey on your Uganda birding tour vacation. Other places include Murchison Falls Park, Queen Elizabeth Park, and Mburo Park.

6. Does Uganda Have Parrots? | Are There Parrots in Uganda?

You can spot Parrots on your Uganda birding tour trips. Parrots in Uganda are best spotted in Kibale Forest & Semuliki Park. The recorded parrot species in Uganda are African Grey Parrots, Meyer’s Parrots, and Brown-necked Parrots.

7. Are There Hummingbirds in Uganda?

Within the East African region or on Uganda birding tour holidays, you can’t support hummingbirds. In the entire world, hummingbirds are only spotted in Central & South America.

Most travelers undertaking Uganda birding holidays confuse hummingbirds with sunbirds, but these two are different!

8. What Is the Name of the Biggest Bird in Uganda? | What Is the Largest Bird in Uganda?

The ostrich is the largest bird in Uganda.

This incredible bird can weigh between 120 and 130 kg, and it’s over 9 feet tall. On your Uganda birding tour holiday, you can only spot ostriches in the wild within Kidepo Park on the border of South Sudan in northeastern Uganda.

9. Which Is the Fastest Bird in Uganda?

The common ostrich is Uganda’s fastest bird. This beautiful bird can run over 70 km/h if threatened. Travelers on Uganda birding tour expeditions can only spot this amazing bird in Kidepo Park.

10. What Is the National Bird of Uganda? | Which Bird Is the Pearl of Africa?

Uganda’s national bird is the Grey Crowned Crane. This magnificent bird of Uganda is also commonly known as the Crested Crane. Bird watchers on Ugandan birding tours can spot it in most parks in Uganda.

11. Where Is the Best Birding in the World? | Where Is the Best Bird Watching in the World? | Which Continent Is Best Known for Bird Watching?

South America and the African continent are the key birding destinations in the entire world. On these continents, you can spot various birds that most bird lovers are usually interested in.

12. Which Country Is Best for Birding in Africa? | Which Country in Africa Has the Best Birding?

Most international bird watchers rank Uganda as the richest country/ the richest African birding destination. This lovely country within the East African region is home to several bird species such as the Albertine rift endemics, Lake Victoria biome species, woodland boots, etc.

On Uganda birding tour expeditions, most travelers are interested in the Shoebill, Green Breasted Pitta, Grauer’s Broadbill, Kingfishers, African Fish Eagles, and the Double-toothed Barbets.

13. Where is the Best Place in the World to Bird Watch? | What Is the Birding Capital of the World?

To many, Ecuador within South America offers the best birding expeditions in the world, and it’s considered as the “Birding Capital of the World. In this country, over 1,660 species of birds have been recorded counting Hummingbirds and condors.

14. How Many Days Should a Uganda Birding Tour Take?

It’s up to you to choose the duration of your Uganda birding tour holiday. Birding tours in Uganda can run from one day to 30 days depending on your safari budget and interest.

Our expert in organizing Uganda birding trips is there to guide you!

15. How Are Birding Safaris in Uganda Done? | How to Do Bird Watching in Uganda?

Most of the Uganda birding expeditions are done by undertaking guided nature walks especially in forest parks. However, in some areas game drives and boat cruises are possible for instance boat ride on the Victoria Nile.

During your African birding trips in Uganda, expect to spot other wildlife such as Cape Buffalos, Lions, African Elephants, Hippos, Crocodiles, Giraffes, Zebras, etc.

Uganda birding tours offer an exciting experience unmatched by any country within Africa or in the East African region. On your birding expeditions in Uganda, you’ll spot various key bird species in Africa, such as the Shoebill, African Green Broadbill, Green-breasted Pitta, Great Blue Turaco, Double-toothed Barbet, Secretary Bird, etc.

For notable Uganda birding expeditions, you should track mountain gorillas, track chimpanzees, and enjoy game viewing tours on top of your vacation in Uganda.

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