Our short extension into the rarely visted east of Uganda is specifically cxonstructed to target the recently re-discovered Ugandan endemic Fox’s Weaver and the highly localised Karamoja Apalis. We also spend time at the species dense Mabira Forest, tracking down the elusive Yellow-lored Bristlebill, Brown-chested Alethe and two glowing seedeaters: Black-bellied Seedcracker and Red-headed Bluebill.
The listed Rockjumper leader may not accompany this tour unless a minimum of 7 guests are signed up. In the case of insufficient sign-ups, a professional and very experienced local guide will lead the tour instead.
Fox’s Weaver, Karamoja Apalis, Orange & Weyns’s Weavers, Orange-tufted Sunbird, Ross’s & Great Blue Turacos, Grey Parrot, Red-tailed & Yellow-lored Bristlebills, White-spotted Flufftail, Honeyguide & Toro Olive Greenbuls, Forest Wood Hoopoe, Grey & Yellow Longbills, Western Nicator, Tit-Hylia,
rainforest and Whistling Thorn savanna
tropical with some rain expected
3 - 6 with 1 local leader / 7 - 10 with 1 Rockjumper leader & 1 local birding leader
moderate pace with some longer walks and drives
city hotels with some more basic facilities
moderate with some challenging species
good
I was very pleased with Julian Parsons as our guide. He is an excellent birder and guide. The entire tour went as smoothly as one could expect, largely due to Julians work.
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!
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' fantastic field skills and knowledge, combined with his sense of humour and enthusiasm for showing as many birds as possible to all participants make him an ideal birding guide.
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.
Tour Leader: Gregory de Klerk
Tour Leader: Glen Valentine
Tour Leader: Local Leader
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