10 Days Uganda Birding & Wildlife Safari
Experience Uganda’s best birding and wildlife: Shoebill, gorillas, tree-climbing lions, and honey-making in this immersive 10-day adventure.
Duration
10 days (optional extensions available)
Starting At
Pricing based on options and group size.
Overview
Embark on a 10-day birding and wildlife safari through Uganda’s top reserves and hidden gems. Track the rare Shoebill at Mabamba, spot elands and African Finfoot at Lake Mburo, undertake epic gorilla trekking in Bwindi, and search for tree-climbing lions and nocturnal mammals in Queen Elizabeth National Park. Enjoy game drives, boat cruises, nature walks, and a special honey-candle making experience with a local cooperative. Optionally, extend your adventure to Kibale Forest, Murchison Falls, or Kidepo Valley for even more exploration.
Itinerary:
Itinerary:
- Day 1: Arrive Entebbe; transfer and hotel check-in
- Day 2: Mabamba Shoebill birding, transfer to Lake Mburo NP (via Equator), Mihingo Lodge
- Day 3: Game drive, nature walk, boat ride at Lake Mburo; optional evening game drive
- Day 4: Game drive en route, transfer to Bwindi, overnight at Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge
- Days 5–6: Gorilla trekking and Batwa village community walk in Bwindi
- Days 7–8: Tree-climbing lions at Ishasha, more game drives, Kazinga Channel boat ride, Queen Elizabeth NP, Ishasha Wilderness Lodge
- Day 9: Bee honey/craft making in Bunyagabu co-op, lunch in Fort Portal, overnight at Lake Heights
- Day 10: Optionally visit Kampala religious/heritage sites if flight is in evening; end of safari
- (Optional: Extended visit to Kibale Forest, Murchison Falls NP, or Kidepo Valley NP)
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Highlights
- Birding for Shoebill at Mabamba marsh
- Game drives, elands, and Finfoot sightings in Lake Mburo
- Gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
- Visit and cultural walk with Batwa community
- Tree-climbing lions and boat cruise in Queen Elizabeth National Park
- Kazinga Channel: hippos, crocodiles, African skimmer birds
- Bee honey-making and crafts in Bunyagabu co-op
- Optional extensions to Kibale, Murchison Falls, or Kidepo Valley Parks
Meeting Location
Entebbe International Airport
Additional Information
Includes
- Double-occupancy accommodations as specified
- Full board meals (B,L,D) per day
- Airport meet/greet and transfers
- Guided birding, wildlife, and community activities
- All park and activity entry fees
- 1 gorilla trekking permit per person
- Bottled water during transfers
Excludes
- International flights/airport tax
- Visa fees, travel and accident insurance
- Personal expenses, souvenirs, laundry, tips, drinks, optional excursions
Policy
List of Services
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Health & Participation Participation in our East African tours requires that you are in good overall health. Please inform us in advance if you have any medical conditions or dietary restrictions. The tour leader may, at their discretion, disqualify any participant whose physical condition could compromise their safety or that of the group. No refunds will be issued under such circumstances.Health & Participation
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Changes, Delays, and Tour Cancellation Rafiki Eco Tours reserves the right to adjust dates, itineraries, or accommodations in response to unexpected situations, such as adverse weather or transportation issues. Any extra expense due to such changes is the guest’s responsibility. If Rafiki Eco Tours must cancel a tour before departure—for example, due to insufficient participants or logistic issues—all payments made to Rafiki Eco Tours will be fully refunded. However, we are not responsible for non-refundable costs you may have incurred to prepare for your trip, such as airline tickets, special gear, or visa fees.Changes, Delays, and Tour Cancellation
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Limitations of Liability Rafiki Eco Tours, its owners, agents, and employees act as intermediaries for other service providers. We are not responsible for injury, loss, or damage to person or property resulting from factors outside our control (e.g. natural disasters, civil disturbances, regulatory changes). Any itinerary changes will be made to ensure your safety and comfort.Limitations of Liability
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Acknowledgment of Terms By making a reservation and submitting your deposit, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agree to these terms and conditions.Acknowledgment of Terms
Included in the Tour Price:
- Transportation in a 4WD vehicle or van
- English-speaking Ugandan driver/guide
- Specified accommodations
- All national park entrance fees
- All game drives as listed in the itinerary
- International airfare
- Meals not included in your accommodation
- Personal travel or medical insurance
- Tips and gratuities
- Personal expenses (drinks, laundry, souvenirs, etc.)
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Customs Notice Prior to returning to your home country, check local customs regulations. Notably, countries such as Australia and New Zealand have strict quarantine laws.Customs Notice
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Cancellation Policy To secure your spot on any Rafiki Eco Tours adventure, a non-refundable deposit of 40% of the total trip price is required at booking. The remaining 60% must be paid no later than 60 days before the tour’s departure date. All tour prices are provided and payable in U.S. dollars. If you need to cancel your reservation, refunds will be handled according to the following schedule:Cancellation Policy
- If you cancel more than 45 days before the tour’s first day: you will receive a refund of 65% of your deposit.
- For cancellations made 30–45 days before the tour: you will receive a 40% refund of the total tour cost.
- For cancellations with less than 25 days’ notice, no refund can be issued.
Pricing From
Pricing based on options and group size.
Available Time: Year Round
Duration: 10 days (optional extensions available)
Begins: Arrival in Uganda; airport meet & greet, transfer
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