Embark on a thrilling 20-day Uganda Rwanda bird watching safari with AG Safaris, and discover the beauty of East Africa’s avian biodiversity.
Explore the lush forests of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and Volcanoes National Park, where you’ll encounter the majestic mountain gorillas and a variety of bird species. Enjoy a boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel, home to over 60 water bird species, including the African Skimmer and the Grey-headed Gull.
Trek through Kibale Forest National Park, a sanctuary for 13 primate species and 370 bird species. Experience the remote Semuliki National Park, a bird-watcher’s paradise with over 400 bird species, including the rare Nkulengu Rail and Blue-headed Coucal.
Finally, visit Murchison Falls National Park, the largest national park in Uganda, where you’ll spot over 450 bird species, including the Shoebill and the Abyssinian Ground Hornbill.
Our expert guides will lead you on unforgettable bird watching walks and treks, providing insightful commentary and answering any questions you may have. AG Safaris ensures that all activities are conducted in an eco-friendly manner, promoting conservation and sustainability. Don’t miss out on this once-in-a-lifetime bird watching adventure in Uganda and Rwanda. Contact AG Safaris today to book your safari experience.
Day 1: Arrival in Kigali, Rwanda.
Upon arrival at Kigali International Airport, you will be met by our AG Safaris representative who will transfer you to your hotel for the night.
Day 2: Birding in Nyungwe Forest National Park.
After breakfast, you will head to Nyungwe Forest National Park, one of the largest montane forests in East Africa. Here you will start your bird watching adventure with over 300 bird species, including the Great Blue Turaco, Red-breasted Sparrowhawk, and many more.
Day 3: Birding in Nyungwe Forest National Park.
Spend a full day exploring the lush forest in search of various bird species, including the Rwenzori Turaco, Barred Long-tailed Cuckoo, and the Yellow-eyed Black Flycatcher.
Day 4: Transfer to Volcanoes National Park.
After breakfast, you will drive to Volcanoes National Park in the northwestern part of Rwanda, home to the endangered mountain gorillas and over 170 bird species.
Day 5: Gorilla Trekking in Volcanoes National Park.
Wake up early for your gorilla trekking adventure, which will take you through the forested slopes of the Virunga Mountains. Afterward, you can enjoy bird watching in the nearby areas of the park.
Day 6: Golden Monkey Trekking and Birding.
Today, you will go for a golden monkey trekking adventure, an opportunity to see the rare golden monkeys in their natural habitat. You will also have a chance to bird watch in the forested areas of Volcanoes National Park.
Day 7: Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi, Uganda.
After breakfast, you will drive to Uganda’s Lake Bunyonyi, a picturesque lake surrounded by rolling hills and small islands. You can enjoy bird watching while relaxing on the shores of the lake.
Day 8: Birding in Lake Bunyonyi.
Spend the day exploring the bird species around Lake Bunyonyi, including the African Harrier-Hawk, Grey Crowned Crane, and the African Fish Eagle.
Day 9: Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.
After breakfast, you will drive to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, home to over 350 bird species, including the African Green Broadbill, Black Bee-eater, and the Yellow-eyed Black Flycatcher.
Day 10: Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.
Today, you will go gorilla trekking in the forested slopes of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, an opportunity to see the endangered mountain gorillas up close. You can also enjoy bird watching in the nearby areas of the park.
Day 11: Birding in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.
Explore the park’s various habitats, including the montane forest, swampy areas, and open grasslands, to see a variety of bird species.
Day 12: Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park.
After breakfast, you will drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park, a diverse ecosystem that is home to over 600 bird species, including the Martial Eagle, Black-rumped Buttonquail, and the African Skimmer.
Day 13: Birding in Queen Elizabeth National Park.
Spend the day exploring the various habitats of the park, including the savannah grasslands, wetlands, and forested areas, to see a variety of bird species.
Day 14: Game Drive and Boat Cruise.
Today, you will go for a game drive in the park to see various wildlife species such as elephants, lions, buffalos, and more. In the afternoon, you will go for a boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel, a 40-kilometer long natural channel that connects Lake Edward and Lake George. Here you will see a variety of water birds, including the African Skimmer, the Great Cormorant, and the Grey-headed Gull.
Day 15: Transfer to Kibale Forest National Park.
After breakfast, you will drive to Kibale Forest National Park, home to 13 primate species and over 370 bird species. You will arrive in time for an afternoon bird watching walk in the park.
Day 16: Chimpanzee Trekking and Birding in Kibale Forest National Park.
Today, you will go chimpanzee trekking in the forested slopes of Kibale Forest National Park, an opportunity to see these primates up close. You will also have a chance to enjoy bird watching in the park’s various habitats.
Day 17: Birding in Semuliki National Park.
After breakfast, you will drive to Semuliki National Park, a remote park that is home to over 400 bird species, including the Nkulengu Rail, Blue-headed Coucal, and the Yellow-throated Cuckoo.
Day 18: Birding in Semuliki National Park.
Spend the day exploring the park’s various habitats, including the forest, wetlands, and savannah grasslands, to see a variety of bird species.
Day 19: Transfer to Murchison Falls National Park.
After breakfast, you will drive to Murchison Falls National Park, the largest national park in Uganda. Here you will have a chance to see over 450 bird species, including the Goliath Heron, Shoebill, and the Abyssinian Ground Hornbill.
Day 20: Game Drive and Departure.
On your final day, you will go for a game drive in the park to see various wildlife species such as elephants, giraffes, and antelopes. Afterward, you will be transferred to the airport in Entebbe for your departure flight.
This 20-day Uganda Rwanda bird watching safari itinerary offered by AG Safaris will give you an opportunity to see a variety of bird species in different habitats while also enjoying other activities such as gorilla and chimpanzee trekking, game drives, and boat cruises. Book with us today for an unforgettable experience!
