Uganda birding safaris provide opportunities to observe big apes, beautiful Albertine Rift bird species unique to the region, and a variety of captivating and highly sought-after bird species, all as part of a traditional African wildlife safari. This experience is guaranteed to leave you eager to explore more of this remarkable country. Uganda, officially known as the Republic of Uganda, is a country located in East Africa with a rich historical background. Despite its troubled history, Uganda has maintained political stability for almost forty years. It has gained recognition as one of the top African countries to visit and one of the best countries in the world to see, according to Lonely Planet. As a result, tourism in this once overlooked country has experienced a remarkable growth over the past eight years. This country is considered one of the most biodiverse in the world. It is home to a wide variety of African mammals, including gorillas, and has a large number of bird species, with a list of 1093 species. On our guided birding tours in Uganda, we typically encounter around 500 of these species. The country is particularly known for its many unique bird species found in the Albertine Rift region. Additionally, it is likely the best place to spot the rare Shoebill bird. Uganda is definitely deserving of its nickname, the ‘Pearl of Africa’, as it is home to amiable and sympathetic individuals.

This landlocked nation is a member state of the East African Community and is surrounded by Tanzania, Kenya, South Sudan, the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Rwanda, and Lake Victoria (which it shares with Tanzania and Kenya). The area is situated in the African Great Lakes region and is a component of the Great Rift Valley. Kampala serves as the capital city of the country, and English is one of the two official languages and is commonly spoken around the nation.