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Every day was full on - we saw an amazing variety of birds and wildlife. The knowledge of our local guide and group leader was brilliant. Accommodation and food all much better tan I was expecting. Definitely improved my photography skills and came home with some amazing images. Support from Naturetrek before holiday was also excellent. Comprehensive information provided to ensure we were well prepared for holiday. Communications were regular. Always avialable to answer questions.
S.L. Wiltshire, Sept 22
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Uganda - A Photography Tour
Tour Code: UGA03A 14 day photography tour to Uganda focusing on mammals and birds, including visits to Bwindi Forest for Mountain Gorillas, Queen Elizabeth National Park for savannah species and Kibale Forest for Chimpanzees.
14 days
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£8,995
£8,995
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£8,195
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Summary
Uganda is a beautiful country and boasts over 340 mammal species. Beginning our holiday at Lake Victoria, we’ll then head west to Lake Mburo National Park where we’ll look for avian rarities such as African Finfoot, as well as mammals that we are unlikely to encounter elsewhere. From here we’ll travel south on a bumpy, scenic road to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, home to over 300 Mountain Gorillas, many other primates such as the attractive L’Hoest’s Monkey, and an assortment of unusual birds. Queen Elizabeth National Park is our next stop; ‘QE’, as it is affectionately known, offers Uganda’s best game viewing and a host of waterbirds. Our final stop is Kibale Forest, where we’ll look for up to 11 species of primate, including Chimpanzees.
Please note that current FCDO advice prevents us from including a stay at Queen Elizabeth National Park in our itinerary, so we are currently offering an alternative itinerary. Should this advice be removed, we will revert to including Queen Elizabeth National Park in our tours.
- Uganda is home to half the world’s population of Mountain Gorillas
- A day spent tracking Mountain Gorilla in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
- Visit Queen Elizabeth, Lake Mburo & Kibale National Parks
- Herds of Uganda Kob, Elephant, Buffalo & Hippo
- Good chances of seeing Lion & Leopard
- Track Chimpanzee with a ranger in Kibale Forest
- Boat trip on Kazinga Channel for a different perspective
- Small group size
- Led by a photographer leader & expert local naturalists
Grading
Most walks on this tour are relatively short, however chimpanzee trekking will involve walking rough, muddy terrain over several hours and gorilla trekking can be up to 8 hours in hot, humid conditions. Some road journey are long and on rough roads.
Outline Itinerary
Day 1
Depart UK
Day 2
Arrive Entebbe & overnight
Day 3/4
Lake Mburo National Park
Day 5/7
Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
Day 8/10
Queen Elizabeth National Park
Day 11/12
Kibale National Park
Day 13
Depart Entebbe
Day 14
Arrive UK
What's Included?
- Flights
- Accommodation:
Accommodation will range from basic tourist hotels and tented camps to comfortable lodges. All rooms will have en-suite facilities.
- Food:
All meals from breakfast on day 2 to lunch on day 13 are included in the tour cost. An evening meal on day 13 is not included.
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Dates & Prices
2026
Departures
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Cost
Mon 14th Sep – Sun 27th Sep
FULL
£8,995
Flights:
Most Naturetrek tours include flight costs ex-UK. If flights are not included, we indicate that here.
Flights are included in the tour cost
Regional Departures:
On certain tours it is possible to depart from a regional airport (rather than London). If a regional departure is possible, we indicate that here.
Regional Departures are available. Call 01962733051
Land only cost:
The "Land Only" cost is the tour price you will pay if you choose to arrange your own flights/transport.
£8,195
Single Room Supplement:
Single Room Supplement.
£995
Tour Leader:
Please note that, whilst we assign leaders to particular tours well in advance, we reserve the right to make changes if necessary
Oliver Smart
Tour Leader: Oliver Smart
Following a childhood fascination with the natural world, Oliver went on to study ornithology at the University of Birmingham during his mid-twenties. Alongside an emerging interest in photography, learning the art of bird ringing and volunteering for the Avon Wildlife Trust, BTO and RSPB, Oliver has put time to good use. His main passion is birds and through photography he has built a diverse collection of imagery, which is represented by both RSPB Images and Alamy. Combined with a desire to travel, Oliver has explored many parts of the world; his favourite destinations usually including a seabird colony or two, where the sight, sound, smell and opportunities for a photographer are second to none. His claim to fame to date though is an image he took in the Seychelles which has been used on a bank note!
Mon 12th Oct – Sun 25th Oct
5
£8,995
Flights:
Most Naturetrek tours include flight costs ex-UK. If flights are not included, we indicate that here.
Flights are included in the tour cost
Regional Departures:
On certain tours it is possible to depart from a regional airport (rather than London). If a regional departure is possible, we indicate that here.
Regional Departures are available. Call 01962733051
Land only cost:
The "Land Only" cost is the tour price you will pay if you choose to arrange your own flights/transport.
£8,195
Single Room Supplement:
Single Room Supplement.
£945
Prefer to Travel in a Private Group?
For any interested natural history club or society, we can arrange for a private departure of this tour.
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Why Naturetrek?
At Naturetrek we craft expertly-guided group and tailor-made wildlife holidays and cruises to all seven continents. On one of our holidays, you can be assured that our passionate team will enable you to experience and enjoy the best of the world's wildlife and natural spectacles in as comfortable and rewarding a manner as possible, caring as best we can for the environment in the process. We are proud to provide:
- The widest choice of wildlife holidays worldwide
- Tours managed and led by naturalists, for naturalists
- Outstanding value and exceptional customer service
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