Birding
East Africa sits at the crossing point of several major bird zones, and few regions on earth pack in more species per square kilometre.
Over 1,000 Species Across The Region
Uganda alone holds over 1,090 recorded bird species, more than any country of its size in Africa, thanks to a mix of forest, savannah, wetland and montane habitats packed into a small area.
We build birding itineraries around specific target species where useful, and always pair a specialist birding guide with our standard driver-guide for the best combination of local knowledge and access.
- Uganda: 1,090+ recorded species
- Shoebill stork sightings in papyrus swamps
- Rift Valley lakes for flamingos and waterfowl
- Specialist guides available on request
What Makes Birding Special
Exceptional Diversity
Forest, savannah, wetland and montane habitats mean huge species variety in short distances.
Rare Endemics
Albertine Rift endemics found nowhere else on the continent.
Wetland Specialists
Papyrus swamps hold the elusive, prehistoric-looking shoebill stork.
Guides Who Know Their Calls
Our specialist birding guides can identify species by call alone and know the reliable sites for hard-to-find target birds.
- Specialist Birding GuidesGuides who spend their careers focused specifically on birds.
- Target Species PlanningWe build routes around the specific birds you want to see.
- Flexible Slow PaceBirding trips move at the unhurried pace the hobby demands.
Birding Tours
Real day-by-day itineraries you can book as they are, or adjust to your dates, pace and budget.
23 Days Uganda Birding from Wetlands to Albertine Forests
Travel through a wide range of Ugandan bird habitats on a circuit designed for patient observation rather than rapid…
6 Days Queen Elizabeth Birding and Wildlife Habitats
Focus on one of western Uganda’s most varied birding regions rather than covering a large national circuit. Following…
10 Days Uganda Wetland Savannah and Bwindi Birding
Combine wetland, woodland and montane forest birding in a ten-day circuit through southwestern Uganda. Start near Lake…
4 Days Kenya Birding Nairobi Naivasha and Nakuru
Introduce yourself to Kenya’s birdlife through a short route linking Nairobi National Park with two Rift Valley lake…
Birding In Pictures
Birding Frequently Asked Questions
What's the best time for birding in East Africa?
Birding is good year-round, though November to April adds Palearctic migrants passing through, boosting species counts further.
Do I need my own binoculars?
Yes, we recommend bringing your own pair; spare binoculars can be arranged on request but personal gear is preferred for serious birders.
Can birding be combined with a general safari?
Yes, most of our itineraries blend birding stops with standard game drives so non-birding companions stay engaged too.
