Day 1: Arrival in Entebbe – Transfer to Hotel

Upon arrival at Entebbe International Airport, meet your birding safari guide and transfer to your hotel for relaxation and safari briefing.

Optional birdwatching around Entebbe Botanical Gardens can be arranged depending on arrival time.

Accommodation and Meals
Accommodation: Entebbe Hotel
Meals: Dinner

Day 2: Mabamba Swamp Birding – Transfer to Kibale Forest

After breakfast, transfer to Mabamba Swamp for a canoe birding excursion in search of the legendary Shoebill Stork.

Other species may include:

• Papyrus Gonolek
• Blue-breasted Bee-eater
• African Jacana
• Malachite Kingfisher
• Swamp Flycatcher

After lunch, continue to Kibale Forest National Park.

Accommodation and Meals
Accommodation: Forest Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 3: Birdwatching in Kibale Forest and Bigodi Wetland

Spend the day birdwatching in Kibale Forest National Park and Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary.

Possible sightings include:

• Green-breasted Pitta
• Black Bee-eater
• Crowned Eagle
• Yellow-spotted Barbet
• Blue-headed Sunbird
• Great Blue Turaco

Accommodation and Meals
Accommodation: Forest Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 4: Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park

Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park with birdwatching opportunities around crater lakes and savannah plains.

In the afternoon, enjoy a boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel.

Possible sightings include:

• African Skimmer
• Pink-backed Pelican
• Saddle-billed Stork
• African Fish Eagle
• Pied Kingfisher

Accommodation and Meals
Accommodation: Safari Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 5: Morning Birding – Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest

Enjoy early morning birdwatching in Queen Elizabeth National Park before transferring to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park through the Ishasha sector.

Possible sightings include:

• Grey Crowned Crane
• Martial Eagle
• African Harrier Hawk
• White-winged Widowbird

Accommodation and Meals
Accommodation: Forest Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 6: Full Day Birdwatching in Bwindi Forest

Spend the day birdwatching in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, home to several Albertine Rift endemic species.

Look out for:

• African Green Broadbill
• Shelley’s Crimsonwing
• Handsome Francolin
• Regal Sunbird
• Grauer’s Rush Warbler

Accommodation and Meals
Accommodation: Forest Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 7: Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi

After breakfast, transfer to Lake Bunyonyi for relaxation and afternoon birdwatching around the lake shores and islands.

Possible species include:

• Pied Kingfisher
• Malachite Kingfisher
• Grey Crowned Crane
• Herons and Cormorants

Accommodation and Meals
Accommodation: Lake Resort
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 8: Transfer to Kigali – Rwanda

Cross into Rwanda and transfer to Kigali city for a short city tour and relaxation.

Optional birdwatching around Kigali wetlands may be arranged.

Accommodation and Meals
Accommodation: Kigali Hotel
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 9: Transfer to Nyungwe Forest National Park

After breakfast, drive to Nyungwe Forest National Park, Rwanda’s premier birdwatching and primate destination.

Birdwatching en route offers opportunities to spot several montane species.

Accommodation and Meals
Accommodation: Forest Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 10: Full Day Birdwatching in Nyungwe Forest

Spend the day birdwatching in Nyungwe Forest National Park.

Possible sightings include:

• Red-collared Babbler
• Rwenzori Turaco
• Purple-breasted Sunbird
• Grauer’s Swamp Warbler
• Handsome Francolin

Enjoy guided forest walks through one of Africa’s oldest rainforests.

Accommodation and Meals
Accommodation: Forest Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 11: Transfer to Akagera National Park

Transfer to Akagera National Park, Rwanda’s only savannah park and a great destination for birdwatching and wildlife viewing.

Afternoon birdwatching around wetlands and lakes.

Accommodation and Meals
Accommodation: Safari Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 12: Game Drive and Boat Cruise in Akagera National Park

Enjoy a morning game drive and birdwatching safari.

Possible bird species include:

• African Fish Eagle
• Papyrus Gonolek
• Shoebill Stork
• Grey Crowned Crane
• African Darter

In the afternoon, enjoy a boat cruise on Lake Ihema.

Accommodation and Meals
Accommodation: Safari Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 13: Transfer to Volcanoes National Park

After breakfast, transfer to Volcanoes National Park, home to montane forest bird species and scenic volcanic landscapes.

Afternoon birdwatching around the park edges.

Accommodation and Meals
Accommodation: Mountain Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 14: Birdwatching in Volcanoes National Park

Spend the day birdwatching in Volcanoes National Park.

Possible sightings include:

• Rwenzori Batis
• Archer’s Robin-chat
• Dusky Crimsonwing
• Strange Weaver
• Red-faced Woodland Warbler

Enjoy guided nature walks through bamboo and montane forest habitats.

Accommodation and Meals
Accommodation: Mountain Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 15: Transfer to Kigali – Departure

After breakfast, transfer back to Kigali International Airport for your departure flight.

Depending on flight time, optional Kigali city birdwatching can be arranged.

Accommodation and Meals
Meals: Breakfast and Lunch

Book This 15 Days Uganda and Rwanda Birding Safari

Discover the extraordinary birdlife of East Africa on this carefully designed Uganda and Rwanda birdwatching adventure. From the Shoebill Stork to rare montane forest species, this safari offers unforgettable birding experiences across two of Africa’s most beautiful destinations.

Best Time for Birdwatching in Uganda and Rwanda

The best time for birdwatching in Uganda and Rwanda is from November to April when migratory species are present. June to September also offers favorable weather conditions for birdwatching and photography.