30 Days Birding Tanzanian endemics

Day 1: Arrival in Entebbe, Uganda

• Arrive in Entebbe, Uganda, and transfer to your accommodation.
• Depending on your arrival time, you may have the opportunity for some initial birdwatching in the local area.

Day 2-4: Lake Victoria Islands

• Explore the Lake Victoria islands, such as Ssese Islands or Ngamba Island.
• Look out for various waterbirds, including herons, egrets, cormorants, and the rare shoebill stork.

Day 5-7: Serengeti National Park

• Cross the border into Tanzania and head to Serengeti National Park.
• Enjoy game drives while birdwatching, spotting species like secretary birds, ostriches, and various raptors.

Day 8-9: Ngorongoro Crater

• Visit the Ngorongoro Crater, a unique habitat with abundant birdlife and a chance to see flamingos in the crater’s lake.

Day 10-12: Tarangire National Park

• Explore Tarangire National Park, known for its large elephant population and diverse bird species.

Day 13-14: Lake Manyara National Park

• Birdwatching in Lake Manyara National Park, which is home to a wide array of birdlife, including tree-climbing lions.

7-Day Extension: Usambara Mountains Day 15: Travel to Lushoto, Usambara Mountains

• Travel to Lushoto in the Usambara Mountains, a biodiversity hotspot.
• Begin birdwatching in the lush forests of the region.

Day 16-18: Birding in Usambara Mountains

• Explore the forests and trails of the Usambara Mountains, home to several endemic species.

Day 19: Transfer to Amani Nature Reserve

• Transfer to Amani Nature Reserve, another birding hotspot in the Usambara Mountains.

Day 20-21: Birdwatching in Amani Nature Reserve

• Spend two full days birdwatching in Amani Nature Reserve, searching for endemic and rare species.

Day 22: Return to Lushoto and Departure

• Return to Lushoto, relax, and prepare for departure.