TRIP CODE: UBDLSU-034

16-Day Uganda Birding & Photography Expedition

16 Days / 15 Nights
≈ 1,790 km
Birding Safari

Safari Overview

Welcome to the very heart of the Birder's Eden. This 16-day expedition is meticulously crafted for the passionate photographer and dedicated birder. Experience the stark contrast of habitats, from tracking elusive primates in the thick, equatorial forest to sailing silently into the papyrus for an intimate encounter with the Shoebill Stork. Prepare for the challenge, embrace the diversity, and leave with a lifetime of unforgettable images spanning wetlands, savannahs, lowland rainforests, and montane cloud forests.

Trip Details

  • Trip Code: UBDLSU-034
  • Duration: 16 Days / 15 Nights
  • Safari Type: Birding Safari
  • Total Distance: ≈ 1,790 km

Target Birds & Wildlife

Shoebill Green-breasted Pitta African Skimmer Chocolate-backed Kingfisher Nahan's Francolin Albertine Rift Endemics Papyrus Gonolek White-crested Turaco Great Blue Turaco African Finfoot

Photography Tips

Essential equipment: 70–200 mm f/2.8, 100–400 mm or 200–600 mm telephoto, 14–24 mm wide-angle, 50 mm or 85 mm prime for portraits. Bring sturdy tripod, monopod, rain covers, and cleaning kit. Minimum 4 spare batteries and multiple high-speed memory cards. Golden hour is ideal; use fast shutter speeds (≥1/800 s) for active birds.

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