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Arrival
Day 1
Arrival in Entebbe
Arrival in Entebbe
Arrive at Entebbe International Airport, where your professional driver-guide from Naleyo Tours and Travel will welcome you and assist with transfers to your lodge. Depending on arrival time, enjoy a gentle birding walk in the lodge gardens, spotting species like the African Paradise Flycatcher, Pied Kingfisher, and Purple-breasted Sunbird. Take in the wetlands, papyrus swamps, and local landscapes as a soft introduction to Uganda’s rich biodiversity. Settle in, relax, and enjoy a delicious dinner while your guide provides an overview of the upcoming itinerary. This first day balances rest, orientation, and early wildlife immersion, preparing you for the adventure ahead.
- Main Destination:
- Entebbe (City)
- Accommodation:
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Airport Guesthouse Entebbe
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Mabamba Swamp & Transfer to Kibale
Mabamba Swamp & Transfer to Kibale
Begin with an early boat ride in Mabamba Swamp, one of Uganda’s premier wetlands, to spot the legendary Shoebill Stork, along with African Jacana, Malachite Kingfisher, and Papyrus Gonolek. Your guide from Naleyo Tours and Travel will point out behaviors, calls, and best photography moments. After a scenic lunch, depart for Kibale Forest National Park, passing rolling hills and roadside birding opportunities. Arrive at your lodge, relax, and prepare for the next day’s forest exploration. This day combines wetland birding, scenic landscapes, and smooth transfers, setting the tone for a week of diverse ecosystems and unforgettable wildlife encounters.
- Main Destination:
- Mabamba Swamp
- Accommodation:
- Kibale Forest Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Bigodi Wetlands & Kibale Forest Birding
Bigodi Wetlands & Kibale Forest Birding
Explore Bigodi Wetlands Sanctuary, home to swamp and forest birds such as the African Green Broadbill, Grey-throated Barbet, and Black-headed Gonolek. Enjoy guided walks through papyrus swamps and forest trails, while observing primates like vervet monkeys and colobus. In the afternoon, trek into Kibale Forest, renowned for over 350 bird species, with your Naleyo Tours and Travel guide highlighting key identification tips. Witness mixed flocks, canopy species, and elusive forest birds. This day blends intensive birding, cultural insights, and forest immersion, giving both novice and expert birders a chance to engage fully with Uganda’s biodiversity.
- Main Destination:
- Kibale National Park (Chimps)
- Accommodation:
- Kibale Forest Lodge
Wildlife in Kibale NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park
Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park
Travel to Queen Elizabeth National Park, stopping for roadside birding and scenic photography. Look for African Grey Hornbill, Little Bee-eater, and Pied Crow along the way. Upon arrival, enjoy an afternoon game drive, where raptors soar overhead and elephants, antelopes, and warthogs roam the savanna. Your Naleyo Tours and Travel driver-guide will share insights on animal behavior and bird identification. This day offers a mix of landscapes, birding, and wildlife spotting, transitioning from forest and wetlands to Uganda’s iconic savanna ecosystems.
- Main Destination:
- Queen Elizabeth National Park
- Accommodation:
- Acacia Wilderness Mweya Lodge
Wildlife in Queen Elizabeth NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Kazinga Channel Cruise & Game Drive
Kazinga Channel Cruise & Game Drive
Take a morning boat cruise along Kazinga Channel, observing hippos, Nile crocodiles, and a variety of waterbirds including African Jacana, Goliath Heron, and Malachite Kingfisher. After lunch, enjoy a guided game drive, spotting savanna species, raptors, and mixed bird flocks along the way. Your Naleyo Tours and Travel guide ensures prime vantage points for photography and identification. The combination of boat and land-based birding, alongside wildlife sightings, makes this day a highlight for both birders and wildlife enthusiasts.
- Main Destination:
- Kazinga Channel (Queen Elizabeth NP)
- Accommodation:
- Acacia Wilderness Mweya Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Transfer to Bwindi INP, Birding & Optional Batwa Community Visit
Transfer to Bwindi INP, Birding & Optional Batwa Community Visit
Drive from Queen Elizabeth to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, stopping along the way for forest and highland birding. Spot species like Shelley’s Crimsonwing, African Wood Owl, and sunbirds while exploring trails and roadside habitats. In the afternoon, visit a Batwa community (optional) to learn about local culture and forest traditions. Evening at yourLodge, relaxing and enjoying dinner while reflecting on the diverse wildlife and bird species encountered.
- Main Destination:
- Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)
- Accommodation:
- Buhoma Gorilla Camp
Wildlife in Bwindi Impenetrable NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 7
Gorilla Trek & Transfer to Entebbe / Departure
Gorilla Trek & Transfer to Entebbe / Departure
Begin early with a briefing at Bwindi’s park headquarters, then embark on the gorilla trek, observing habituated mountain gorillas in their natural forest home. Capture incredible photos and enjoy close encounters, while also noting highland forest birds along the trails. After the trek, return to Buhoma Lodge for breakfast, then drive back to Entebbe International Airport for departure. End your Naleyo Tours and Travel adventure with unforgettable memories of Uganda’s birds, wildlife, and gorillas.
- Main Destination:
- Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
