3 Day Uganda Savannah Birding Safari
3 Day Uganda Savannah Birding Safari
Overview
Join us on this 3 day Uganda Savannah Birding Safari to Lake Mburo National Park—one of Uganda’s top birding destinations, just a short drive from Kampala. Lake Mburo is a haven for birders and nature lovers, offering a mix of acacia woodlands, savannah, rolling hills, and wetlands that support over 313 recorded bird species. This compact yet rewarding safari combines excellent birdwatching with opportunities to spot iconic African wildlife, making it ideal for birding enthusiasts with limited time.
Tour Summary
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Destination: Uganda
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Park Visited: Lake Mburo National Park
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Tour Duration: 3 Days
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Starting & Ending Point: Entebbe or Kampala
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Main Activity: Birding and wildlife viewing
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Transport: 4×4 safari vehicle
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Group Size: Small group (maximum 6 travelers)
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Age Limit: 15 years and above
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Tour Customization: Available on request
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Solo Travelers: Welcome to join
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Pre/Post-Tour Accommodation: Available at an extra cost
Cost Includes
- Airport transfers on first and last day,
- Transport in a 4×4 safari vehicle
- Services of an English speaking driver guide
- Fuel for the whole trip
- Accommodation and meal plan as per the itinerary
- All park entrance fees
- Drinking water while in the vehicle
Cost excludes
- Pre and post tour accommodation in Entebbe or Kampala
- International airfares
- Uganda Visa (USD50.00 which can be paid on arrival at the Airport
- Items of personal nature such as tips and drinks
Trip Itinerary
Your birding adventure begins as you depart for Lake Mburo National Park. Along the way, enjoy multiple birding stopovers to spot species such as the Woolly-Necked Stork, Lilac-Breasted Roller, and Rufous-Bellied Heron. A stop at the Equator is included for photography and a chance to stretch your legs.
After checking into your lodge, relax and prepare for a full day of birding tomorrow.
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Drive Time: Approx. 4–5 hours
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Meal Plan: Lunch and Dinner
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Accommodation Options:
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Budget: Rwakobo Rock
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Midrange: Kigarama Wilderness Lodge
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Luxury: Mihingo Lodge or Kigambira Safari Lodge
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Start your day with a guided nature walk led by an armed ranger as you search for savannah and woodland bird species. Later, enjoy a game and birding drive through the park. Expect to spot mammals like zebras, impalas, eland, and buffalo, alongside notable bird species such as:
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Red-Faced Barbet
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Coqui Francolin
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Brown-Chested Plover
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Tabora Cisticola
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Bare-Faced Go-away Bird
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Green-Capped Eremomela
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Black-Shouldered Cuckoo-Shrike
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Sulphur-Breasted Bush-Shrike
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And many more acacia woodland birds
In the afternoon, take a boat cruise on Lake Mburo in search of water-associated birds such as:
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African Finfoot
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Giant Kingfisher
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White-Backed Night Heron
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Black-Crowned Night Heron
Return to the lodge in the evening for dinner and overnight.
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Meal Plan: Full board
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Accommodation Options:
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Budget: Rwakobo Rock
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Midrange: Kigarama Wilderness Lodge
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Luxury: Mihingo Lodge or Kigambira Safari Lodge
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After breakfast, enjoy a final birding drive through the park as you make your way back to Entebbe or Kampala. This is a great opportunity to spot any species you may have missed—such as the elusive Papyrus Gonolek. You’ll stop for lunch en route before reaching your destination.
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Drive Time: Approx. 4 hours
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Meal Plan: Breakfast and Lunch
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