Half day shoe bill tracking at Mabamba Swamps

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5 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Pick up from your hotel in Kampala Or Entebbe at agreed time and drive straight to Nakiwogo landing site in Entebbe. and take a one hour boat ride to Mabamba swamps which is located on the western shores of Lake Victoria.
- Arrive at Mabamba Swamps
you will enter the canoe which will slowly navigate for one hour through the narrow channels and papyrus-lined paths of the swamp,
searching for shoe bill, The guide will assist in identifying the shoebill stork.
Shoebill Observation: When a shoebill is spotted, the canoe will approach carefully to minimize disturbance. This is a rare opportunity to observe this iconic bird in its natural habitat, get nice pictures, and Along the way, keep an eye out for other bird species like malachite kingfishers, African fish eagles, herons, and a variety of water fowls.
After a successful birdwatching session, the boat will begin its return journey for one hour to Nakiwogo. and then drive back to your hotel.
that will mark the end of the tour.

What's Included

Entrance fees

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

We do pick and drop off from any Hotels within Kampala and Entebbe

Itinerary

Duration: 5 hours (approximately)
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    Mabamba Swamp Shoebill Bird Watching

    Pick up from your hotel in Entebbe or Kampala at agreed time and drive straight to Nakiwogo landing site in Entebbe, and take a one hour boat ride to Mabamba swamps which is located on the western shores of Lake Victoria. - Arrive at Mabamba Swamps you will enter the canoe which will slowly navigate for one hour through the narrow channels and papyrus-lined paths of the swamp, searching for shoe bill, The guide will assist in identifying the shoebill stork. Shoebill Observation: When a shoebill is spotted, the canoe will approach carefully to minimize disturbance. This is a rare opportunity to observe this iconic bird in its natural habitat, get nice pictures, and Along the way, keep an eye out for other bird species like malachite kingfishers, After a successful birdwatching session, the boat will begin its return journey for one hour to Nakiwogo. and then drive back to your hotel. that will mark the end of the tour. *Please note those from Kampala will drive straight to Mabamba.

    5 hours Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Airpals Safaris Tour

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Cancellation Policy

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