12 Days Birds and Wildlife Safari
A 12-day Uganda adventure for birders and nature lovers, featuring Shoebill, gorillas, chimpanzees, rare birds, and game drives in Africa's top wildlife hotspots.
Duration
12 Days
Starting At
Pricing based on options and group size.
Overview
Enjoy Uganda’s famed national parks, wetlands, and forests. Track the Shoebill at Mabamba, birdwatch in Royal Mile and Bigodi Wetlands, see waterfalls and primates at Murchison Falls and Kibale, and spot tree-climbing lions and endemic species across Queen Elizabeth, Bwindi, and Lake Mburo. The itinerary blends early game drives, scenic boat cruises, gorilla and chimpanzee tracking, and immersive visits to Batwa communities for a rich culture-nature experience.
Itinerary:
Itinerary:
- Day 1: Arrive Entebbe, airport pick-up, hotel overnight
- Day 2: Mabamba Shoebill Sanctuary, water birds, overnight
- Day 3: Royal Mile forest birding, overnight
- Day 4: Murchison Falls game drives, boat cruise or hike, overnight
- Day 5: Birding to Kibale via Fort Portal, overnight
- Day 6: Chimpanzee tracking, Bigodi Wetlands birding, transfer to Queen Elizabeth NP, overnight
- Day 7: Early game drive at Queen Elizabeth NP, Kasese swamp birding, boat ride, transfer Bwindi (via Ishasha), overnight
- Day 8: Gorilla tracking Bwindi, Batwa communities visit, overnight
- Day 9: Birding in Ruhija, Mubwindi Swamp, search Albertine endemics, overnight
- Day 10: Transfer to Lake Mburo, evening game drive/birding, overnight
- Day 11: Early game drive, boat cruise, search for finfoot/night heron, overnight
- Day 12: Entebbe transfer, airport drop-off with lunch enroute
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Highlights
- Spot Shoebill storks and water birds at Mabamba Swamp
- Birdwatching in Royal Mile, Kasese swamp, Bigodi Wetlands, Mubwindi Swamp, and Ruhija
- Game drives: Murchison Falls, Queen Elizabeth, and Lake Mburo National Parks
- Gorilla tracking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
- Chimpanzee tracking in Kibale National Park
- Batwa community visit in Bwindi
- Boat cruises on Nile and Lake Mburo for hippos, crocodiles, and finfoot
- Unique Albertine Rift endemics, rare forest birds
- Cultural and nature experiences daily
Meeting Location
Entebbe International Airport
Additional Information
Includes
- Double-occupancy accommodations and upgrades as marked
- Full board meals (B,L,D) as shown
- Airport pick-up and drop-off
- Guided birding and wildlife activities
- All applicable park entry and conservation fees
- Gorilla and chimpanzee tracking permits per person
- Private vehicle, guided excursions
- Bottled water during transfers
Excludes
- International flights/airport tax
- Visas, travel/personal accident insurance
- Personal expenses (tips, laundry, drinks, souvenirs, optional excursions)
- Optional itinerary extensions/additional permits
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: 12 Days
Begins: Arrival in Uganda; airport meet & greet, transfer
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