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1 Day Best Mabamba Swamp Shoebill Birding Tour, Lake Victoria
Kampala, Uganda
$160
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
Overview
The Mabamba Swamp is Uganda's most important birding site and home to over 300 bird species. Recognized as a 'Wetland of International Importance' by the Ramsar Convention on Wetlands in 2006, it features globally threatened species.
- 🌿 The swamp covers over 2424 hectares, featuring thick marshes of papyrus, water lilies, and other wetland grasses.
- 🐦 Mabamba is designated as an Important Bird Area by BirdLife International (IBA).
- 🌍 The Ugandan government has partnered with international organizations to reduce encroachment on the wetland.
- 💬 Community sensitization programs have been initiated to inform locals about the swamp's ecological importance.
- ⚠️ Mabamba captivates both birders and non-birders alike, making it a key destination in Uganda.
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1 Day Best Mabamba Swamp Shoebill Birding Tour, Lake Victoria
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 5 hours 30 minutes
- All Fees and Taxes
- Any thing that is not added in the itinerary, we only give a bottle of water pay entrance charges
Meeting point
We pick you up from your area of accommodation in Entebbe Town
Return details
We Pick you up from your area of accommodation in Entebbe Town
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EntebbePickup in from Entebbe and Travel To Mabamba Swamp.
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Mabamba Shoebills WatchingThis is a quick trip to Mabamba wetlands to look for the Shoebill for those who just want to see the Shoebill, but it will also be a full-day birding excursion for birdwatchers who want to see the Shoebill & tick off several wetland specials and other birds of Uganda one can find in this area. This large pre-historic-looking bird is such a marvel that wildlife lovers want to see it on their safaris or during a business visit in Uganda. For birdwatchers, the Shoebill is a special sighting that is often number one on their wish lists of birds to see & photograph in Uganda. Few places in Uganda can give you a sighting of the Shoebill and Mabamba wetlands is by far the best that will give you the highest chances. It is also the most accessible, being located on the shores of Lake Victoria, an hour’s drive from either Entebbe. Mabamba is a RAMSAR wetland and Important Bird Area (IBA) hosting more than 300 bird species which include 7 of Uganda’s 12 Lake Victoria Basin restricted species.
If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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1 Day Best Mabamba Swamp Shoebill Birding Tour, Lake Victoria
Kampala, Uganda
$160
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
01
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
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We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!