Uganda birding safaris lead to notable destinations with a good number of birds and bird watching opportunities. Mabamba bay in Entebbe is the strong holds for the migrant Blue Swallow with over 100 individuals recorded every year and with over 260 species with one day’s record of 157 and is the among the richest protected areas to be found anywhere on Earth.

Day 1: Arrival – Entebbe

Arrival at Entebbe Uganda and transfer to Victoria View Guest House for relaxation and later in evening drive to Mabamba bay which is the only other place and site ( so far rated as the best in Africa and/or the whole world) where the elusive Shoebill can be spotted at any one time of the day. And it has become one of the strong holds for the migrant Blue Swallow with over 100 individuals recorded every year and with over 260 species with one day’s record of 157 species, later drives to back to hotel for Diner and overnight at Protea Hotel Entebbe/Boma Hotel/Lake Victoria Hotel/2 Friends Entebbe.

Day 2:  Entebbe – Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary

In the morning meet and greet your birding tour driver guide, and your Albertine Rift Bird watching Safari, Uganda is off as we drive birding to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary and Wildlife Ranch for evening Rhino tracking. Approximately 176kms away from Kampala is Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary and Wildlife Ranch seated on about 70 Square Kilometers with 20 Southern White Rhinos, over 250 bird species and other animals. For about 2hours of tracking, the sanctuary rangers will be taking you through the behaviors of these Rhinos and the dynamics of conserving them. Retreat to the sanctuary lodge, dinner, campfire and overnight stay.

Day 3:  Bird Watching Ziwa Rhino Santuary

At 6:00am in the morning, prepare for a 4 hours Canoeing experience while searching for Shoebills at Lugogo Swamp – a massive swamp at this sanctuary where bird watchers stand higher chances of encountering this Majestic Africa’s most sought after bird while being treated with a magical African sunrise. With over 300 bird species, other notable birds at the sanctuary include; Beautiful Sunbird, Namaqua Dove, Pin-tailed Whydah, Bateleur, White-crested Turaco, Bruce’s Pigeon, Saddle billed Stork among others. Retreat, have lunch and then back to Kampala or Entebbe Airport.

The safari package includes:

Transportation by safari vehicle

Airport transfers

Accommodation and meals as per itinerary

Driver allowances

Park entrance

The package excludes.

The package excludes expenses of personal nature like: Air fare, Visa, drinks, laundry, tips to local guides, telephone, porter fee while trekking, personal insurance, personal shopping bills and ciggs.