2 days · Uganda
2-day Queen Elizabeth birding safari
A short trip for birders. You look for the shoebill at Mabamba swamp, then bird the Kazinga Channel, the savannah and the forest.
Day-by-day itinerary
Day 1
Leave early for Mabamba swamp, where a canoe takes you through the papyrus to look for the shoebill. Then drive west through Masaka and Mbarara. After lunch in the park, bird the Kazinga Channel and finish with a boat cruise. Typical birds include African fish eagle, pied kingfisher, African jacana, pink-backed pelican and saddle-billed stork.
Day 2
Walk the Maramagambo forest with a birding guide for species such as the African finfoot, black bee-eater and blue-breasted kingfisher, then bird the Kasenyi savannah. Drive back to Kampala or Entebbe in the afternoon.
What is included
- Birding guide
- Park entrance fees
- Kazinga Channel boat cruise
- Accommodation for one night
- Private 4x4 vehicle with driver-guide
- Bottled water
Not included
- International flights
- Extra nights before or after the trip
- Travel insurance and visa fees
- Personal items and tips
Your quote lists every inclusion for your dates and group size.
How to book this trip
- Send your dates. Use the request form or WhatsApp.
- We check for you. Our office confirms your permit date with the park, normally within 24 hours.
- You receive one quote. Then we secure your permit and plan the rest.
Wildlife you may see
Frequently asked questions
Is the gorilla permit included?
Yes. We buy your permit for your chosen date once we have confirmed it with the park.
Can the dates and lodges be changed?
Yes. Every trip is a starting point, and we adapt it to your dates, group and comfort level.
Ready to trek? Ask for your quote.
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