Uganda - Birds & Gorillas 2026

21 Jul 2026 - 06 Aug 2026 (17 days)

USD9,295 - Spaces Available

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Tour Leader: Nigel Redman

Pricing notes : 2025 permit costs (per person): Gorilla = $800, Chimp = $250

Tour price (Per person): USD9,295 * GBP7,252 * EUR8,203 * AUD14,483

Single Supplement: USD950 * GBP741 * EUR838 * AUD1,480

Uganda - Birds & Gorillas (Small Group) I 2026

11 Aug 2026 - 27 Aug 2026 (17 days)

USD10,795 - No Spaces Available

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Tour Leader: David Hoddinott

Pricing notes : 2025 permit costs (per person): Gorilla = $800, Chimp = $250

Tour price (Per person): USD10,795 * GBP8,422 * EUR9,527 * AUD16,820

Single Supplement: USD950 * GBP741 * EUR838 * AUD1,480

Uganda - Birds & Gorillas (Small Group) II 2026

01 Dec 2026 - 17 Dec 2026 (17 days)

USD10,795 - Spaces Available

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Tour Leader: Paul Varney

Pricing notes : 2025 permit costs (per person): Gorilla = $800, Chimp = $250

Tour price (Per person): USD10,795 * GBP8,422 * EUR9,527 * AUD16,820

Single Supplement: USD950 * GBP741 * EUR838 * AUD1,480

Uganda - Birds & Gorillas 2027

21 Jul 2027 - 06 Aug 2027 (17 days)

USD9,995 - Spaces Available

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Tour Leader: David Hoddinott

Pricing notes : 2025 permit costs (per person): Gorilla = $800, Chimp = $250

Tour price (Per person): USD9,995 * GBP7,798 * EUR8,821 * AUD15,573

Single Supplement: USD1,050 * GBP819 * EUR927 * AUD1,636

Uganda - Birds & Gorillas (Small Group) I 2027

11 Aug 2027 - 27 Aug 2027 (17 days)

USD11,595 - 4 Spaces Available

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Tour Leader: Paul Varney

Pricing notes : 2025 permit costs (per person): Gorilla = $800, Chimp = $250

Tour price (Per person): USD11,595 * GBP9,046 * EUR10,233 * AUD18,066

Single Supplement: USD1,050 * GBP819 * EUR927 * AUD1,636

Uganda - Birds & Gorillas 2028

19 Jul 2028 - 04 Aug 2028 (17 days)

USD10,500 - Spaces Available

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Tour Leader: André Bernon

Pricing notes : *Prices are estimated, and dates may change* 2025 permit costs (per person): Gorilla = $800, Chimp = $250

Tour price (Per person): USD10,500 * GBP8,192 * EUR9,267 * AUD16,360

Uganda - Birds & Gorillas (Small Group) I 2028

09 Aug 2028 - 25 Aug 2028 (17 days)

USD12,200 - Spaces Available

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Tour Leader: David Hoddinott

Pricing notes : *Prices are estimated, and dates may change* 2025 permit costs (per person): Gorilla = $800, Chimp = $250

Tour price (Per person): USD12,200 * GBP9,518 * EUR10,767 * AUD19,009

Uganda - Birds & Gorillas (Small Group) II 2028

02 Dec 2028 - 18 Dec 2028 (17 days)

USD12,200 - Spaces Available

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Tour Leader: Adam Walleyn

Pricing notes : *Prices are estimated, and dates may change* 2025 permit costs (per person): Gorilla = $800, Chimp = $250

Tour price (Per person): USD12,200 * GBP9,518 * EUR10,767 * AUD19,009

From the source of the White Nile on Lake Victoria to the snow-capped Ruwenzori Range, the montane forests of the Virunga volcanoes, harbouring some of the last remaining Mountain Gorillas, to the extensive savannas around the awe-inspiring Murchison Falls, Uganda is an equatorial country of astonishing contrasts! No other area in Africa can match its amazing diversity of habitats (in an area approximately the size of Great Britain!), and this richness is reflected in its incredible bird list of over 1,000 species, making it arguably the richest African birding destination. Amongst these are many highly sought-after birds, including the unique Shoebill and the numerous spectacular endemics of the Albertine Rift Mountains. This tour provides a comprehensive coverage of Uganda while staying at some great lodges, and aside from the birds (over 500 species of them!), it offers superb game viewing and the chance to track Mountain Gorillas and Chimpanzees!

Please note: We cannot guarantee the availability of gorilla or chimp trekking permits, early booking is recommended to secure these permits. Permits costs are set by the Ugandan government and are non-refundable.

 

Top Birds

Shoebill; Heuglin’s & Handsome Spurfowls; Nahan’s Partridge; Cassin’s Hawk-Eagle; Grauer’s Broadbill; Red-faced Barbet; Green-breasted Pitta; Papyrus Gonolek; Lühder’s & Bocage’s Bushshrikes; Pennant-winged Nightjar; Red-throated Alethe; Ituri Batis; Great Blue Turaco; Blue Malkoha; Black Bee-eater; Blue-throated Roller; African Dwarf, Chocolate-backed, Shining-blue & Blue-breasted Kingfishers; Grauer’s & Neumann’s Warblers; Uganda & Red-throated Woodland Warblers; Fraser’s Rufous Thrush; White-tailed & Red-tailed Ant Thrushes; Lowland Masked, Mountain Masked & Ruwenzori Apalises; Afep & White-naped Pigeons; Red-chested Owlet; White-spotted Flufftail; African Finfoot; Brown-chested Lapwing; Grey-winged, Blue-shouldered & White-bellied Robin-Chats; Equatorial Akalat; White-bellied Crested Flycatcher; Magpie Mannikin; Joyful, Kakamega, Ansorge’s & Toro Olive Greenbuls; Dusky & Grey-chested Babblers; Jameson’s Antpecker; Dusky Crimsonwing; Weyns's & Strange Weavers; Mountain Sooty & Lowland Sooty Boubous; Forest & White-headed Wood Hoopoes; Speckle-breasted Woodpecker.

Top Mammals

Mountain Gorilla; Chimpanzee; L’Hoest’s, Red-tailed, Blue, Tantalus & Patas Monkeys; Guereza; Grey-cheeked Mangabey; Ugandan Red Colobus; African Elephant; Chequered Elephant Shrew; Leopard; Lion; Plain's Zebra; Forest Hog; Rothschild's Giraffe; African Buffalo; Common Eland; Common Hippopotamus; Bunyaro Rabbit.

Habitats Covered

mid-altitude & montane rainforest, woodlands, acacia savanna, grasslands, wetlands, papyrus swamps

Expected Climate

tropical to hot with some rain expected, much cooler in highlands

Max Group Size

10 with 1 Rockjumper leader & 1 local birding leader

Tour Pace & Walking

MODERATE TO CHALLENGING: This tour requires a good level of fitness, stamina, and overall health. It’s best suited for experienced birders who are comfortable with a more active itinerary. Please note that it may not be ideal for avid photographers, new birders, or those with mobility or health concerns.

Forest birding is moderate to demanding, some long travel days, long birding days, moderate to difficult trails.

Accommodation

Variable. Modern & comfortable at most sites to basic elsewhere.

Ease of Birding

Forest birding is moderate to demanding, several low-density species that require repeated effort.

Number of Species Expected

±550

Other Attractions

Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, Nile & Kazinga cruises, Murchison Falls, African art

Photographic Opportunities

Average to good. Forest photography has typical lighting challenges. Better lighting in savanna areas. No dedicated hides.

What our clients say about us

Nigel Redman
IB - Uganda 2022

Nigel was a great guide, and very enjoyable to work with, as well as being very knowledgeable about the subject matter, not only the birds!

Glen Valentine
DH, Uganda 2022

We asked for it, and we got it! This was a fabulous experience. Glen Valentine is a great leader. He has the ears of a cheerful bat, the eyes of a knowledgeable eagle, and the energy of a hummingbird. He is so happy to see the birds, we can't fail to be happy too. Our driver Hillary was a great asset to the trip. He is not only a great driver. He was unfailingly cheerful, very careful on our behalf. He knows his birds and mammals too! I am sure he could lead a good trip all by himself. Both Glen and Hilary used local guides and contacts to great effect. We always saw what was around to be seen with that added local expertise.

André Bernon
LL, Uganda 2018

Amazed at how Andre Bernon was able to keep going, stay focused, and go about his task of finding the species so professionally. We missed very little, and had some great experiences with many of the primates, especially the Gorillas, and so many birds, with Shoebill and African Finfoot being stand out moments.

Daniel Danckwerts
AM - Uganda 2019

Firstly, I want to express my amazement at the skills and knowledge of your guides, including Daniel Danckwerts. I cannot imagine how they become so proficient in the birds of several different countries! Daniel also seemed to have good organisational skills. Daniel was also respectful and professional with the group, and we all liked him.

Daniel Danckwerts
AF - Uganda 2019

Daniel Danckwerts is an excellent guide, very skilled at finding and identifying birds, very energetic, and clearly dedicated to helping all the clients see the birds. He is a good conversationalist, knowledgeable on many subjects and very enjoyable to bird with. I would happily go on future tours with him.

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