Birdwatching Uganda

Bird Watching Safaris in Uganda

Uganda is a real haven for bird watchers in Africa. From the montane forests of the Virunga volcanoes to the desert plains of karamoja, bird watching is an exciting experience for a traveler interested in bird watching. With over 1010 bird species recorded in its territory, Uganda is home to the most sought after birds. Uganda Safari Adventure shows several bird watching safaris in Uganda. On these well crafted adventures, look for the sought after birds in Uganda, ranging from the Shoebill and African Skimmer to the endemic Fox’s Weaver!

Uganda is a country with an incredibly diverse range of birdlife due to its location at the heart of the African continent. The country boasts over 1,000 species of birds, many of which are endemic to the region.

One of the most famous bird species in Uganda is the African Grey Parrot, which is highly sought after in the pet trade due to its exceptional intelligence and ability to mimic human speech. Other popular species include the Shoebill Stork, which is found in the swamps of the Nile River, and the African Fish Eagle, which is known for its impressive hunting skills.

Uganda is also home to a large number of national parks and wildlife reserves that offer fantastic birdwatching opportunities. The Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, for example, is home to more than 350 bird species, including the Albertine Rift Endemics, which are a group of birds found only in the region.

Other notable bird species found in Uganda include the Great Blue Turaco, the African Jacana, the African Grey Hornbill, the African Pygmy Kingfisher, the Black and White Casqued Hornbill, and the Marabou Stork.

Overall, Uganda is a birdwatcher’s paradise, with an incredibly diverse range of species to observe and appreciate.

There are two types of small-group, guided bird watching tours to Uganda’s birding destinations, Birding Only Tours and Tailored Birding Wildlife Nature Tours. These tours are both led by an expert birding guide but they differ in emphasis. Birding Only Tours include only bird watching as an activity while Tailored Birding Safaris are tailor made to include other activities such as gorilla tracking, game viewing in national parks etc. Contact if you have questions about birdwatching Uganda safaris.