About this experience
Mabamba swamp tour offers a unique chance to track the legendary shoebill stork in its natural habitat. Choose your favourite departure either Kampala, Entebbe or directly head to the meeting point. Glide silently through vast swamps on a local canoe in silence, spotting countless other birds and wildlife.
More than 300 bird species grace the area, such as the papyrus gonolek, herons, ibis, kingfishers, sunbirds, and weaver birds. Guided by licensed local experts, tourists travel on boat rides through the swamp, gain profound insights into the bird inhabitants and the ecosystem that surrounds them. A chance to approach the birds in their wild untouched habitat with cameras, creating amazing opportunities for photography.
In just a few hours, you can create an amazing Ugandan experience with this genuine, low-impact excursion that is a birder's paradise and a tranquil getaway into a pristine wetland ecosystem.
At a glance
- Duration: 3 hr–5 hr
- Private experience
Plan your experience
Set aside 3 hr–5 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Compare the available options before choosing: their itinerary, inclusions and pickup arrangements can differ. Check the price for your date and whole group.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What is included
- Bottled drinking water
- Life jackets
- Boat transfer to Mabamba Swamp round trip
- Docking and landing fee
- Shoebill tracking experience
- Hotel pick up and dropoff (if selected only)
- Entry fee to Mabamba swamp
Not included
- Personal expense
- Meals
Itinerary and highlights
Begin your journey with a pickup from your hotel in Entebbe or Kampala at the scheduled time, those without a pick-up reservation must proceed to the meeting point as specified in the reservation. Head directly to the Nakiwogo landing site in Entebbe, embark on a boat ride to the Mabamba swamps national park in private, situated on the western shores of Lake Victoria.
Start the motorized canoe with a local guide, spend 2-3 hours navigating through the narrow canals while search out a variety of rare and exclusive local bird species. Next, head to the main starting point and switch to a smaller boat to seek out the shoebill stork. An official guide from the national park will on board and assist on spotting the shoebill stork, allowing for some great photo opportunities. Along the way, learn about the local nature insights and be sure keep an eyes for other bird species.
Upon ending a birdwatching adventure, the boat will return back to the original departure point, where it will either drop you off at your hotel or return at the first meeting point for those without transfer reservations.
Meeting and pickup information
- The meeting will be to at the* Nakiwogo Ferry, Entebbe,* beside the river boat. pls take note need to come accordingly to the time before on board the boat to swamp, Your guide is familiar with your name and personal details, so no worries. If there are any changes, we will be sure to let you know.
- The pick up will be at your hotel directly, pls ensure to provide exact hotel name accordingly. Your driver will be arriving to pick you up based on the name and nationality provided in the reservation. Do take note this pick up in the town of city of Kampala or Entebbe in a vehicle. Your guide/driver is familiar with your name and personal details, so no worries. If there are any changes, we will be sure to let you know!
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Wadi Rum Fire Camp
Accessibility and practical details
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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