7 Day Uganda Birding and Big Five Safari: Zziwa Rhino Sanctuary, Royal Mile, and Murchison Falls
Safari Tour in Uganda
Verdoro Safaris takes you on a birding experience to northwestern Uganda to search for endemic species and to also enjoy a Big Five experience. On this safari, you stand a chance of seeing forest species, savannah species, and waterbirds. You will also enjoy sightings of the Big Five animals of Africa.
Key information
- Starting point and ending point: Starts in Entebbe on Day 1 and ends in Entebbe on Days 6–7
- Languages spoken: English
- Information on park fees: Park fees for non-residents are included in the safari price
Highlights
- One morning game drive in Murchison Falls National Park in search of wildlife
- Wildlife viewing including the Big Five, rhinos, shoebills, forest birds, and savannah species
- Visits to major landmarks including Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, Budongo Forest Royal Mile, the Nile Delta, and Murchison Falls National Park
- Park fees for non-residents included
- Six nights of accommodation across Entebbe and the Murchison Falls area
- Meals included as specified in the day-by-day itinerary
- Roundtrip airport transfers included from and to Entebbe
Types
7 activity days in English
Accommodation
This safari includes comfortable mid-range accommodations at Fort Murchison Lodge and Lake Victoria Country Home, both conveniently located within the itinerary route. The trip is also available in other accommodation categories, including budget, luxury, and super luxury, depending on preference and availability.
Program
Day 1: Transfer to Zziwa Rhino Sanctuary
On arrival at Entebbe International Airport, the Verdoro Safaris driver-guide will pick you up and provide a brief introduction to Uganda, the Pearl of Africa.
Verdoro Safaris will have an early breakfast before driving to Zziwa Rhino Sanctuary, with bird-watching stops along the way to spot some rare species of the region. On arrival at Zziwa, you will rest at the lodge. As the heat of the day begins to dissipate, you will go on a rhino trek. You will spend around two hours walking to the rhinos and observing them. Although permanently guarded, the rhinos live as wild animals. This is a unique opportunity to spend time with these giants while supporting their reintroduction to the wild in Uganda.
After the rhino trek, you will go on a dusk birding walk. With over 300 species of woodland, savannah, and wetland birds in the sanctuary, you are sure to be satisfied. Dinner will be served in the peaceful environment of the lodge.
Day 2: Early morning bird watching and transfer to Masindi
Verdoro Safaris will have a very early start to the day, heading into the sanctuary wetlands on foot and by canoe in search of the shoebill and other water species of the Zziwa wetland.
Day 3: Bird watching at the Royal Mile
Verdoro Safaris will head out early through the thick forest to the famous Royal Mile.
Day 4: Bird watching at the Nile Delta
Your scheduled boat will collect you from the front of the lodge shortly after dawn, and you will head downstream to the delta of the river in search of shoebills.
Day 5: Game drive in Murchison Falls National Park
You will have an early wake-up and a full breakfast before heading to Paraa to cross the Nile for the morning game drive.
Day 6: Transfer to Entebbe
Verdoro Safaris will rise early to transfer from the park to Airport View Hotel Entebbe.
Day 7: Botanical gardens birding and end of trip
Verdoro Safaris will have an early rise depending on your departure time at the airport.
Location
This safari takes you to northwestern Uganda, exploring Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, the Budongo Forest and Royal Mile, the Nile Delta, and Murchison Falls National Park, before returning to Entebbe.
Food
Meals are included as per the itinerary.
What's included
- Park fees for non-residents
- All activities, unless labeled as optional
- Meals as specified in the day-by-day section
- Drinks as specified in the day-by-day section
- All accommodation for 6 nights unless listed as an upgrade
- Round-trip airport transfers
- A professional driver and guide
- All transportation, unless labeled as optional
- All taxes and VAT
What's not included
- International flights from and to home
- Additional accommodation before and after the tour
- Tips with a guideline of USD 10.00 per person per day
- Personal items such as souvenirs, travel insurance, and visa fees
- Government-imposed increases of taxes and or park fees
How to get there
Recommended Airports
Transfer included
Entebbe International Airport
3 km away from your destination
Cancellation Policy
- A reservation requires a deposit of 30% of the total price.
- The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.
- The rest of the payment should be paid 30 days before arrival.
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