About this experience
1 Day ShoeBill tracking tour is a short exhilarating bird safari that takes you to lush Mabamba swamp for an incredible encounter with the pre-historic shoebill stork.
The swamp is every birder’s dream destination that hosts over 260 bird species, for example, shoebill storks, papyrus gonolek, herons, ibis, kingfishers, sunbirds, weaver birds, saddle-billed storks, and fish eagles among others.
Bird watching is the main highlight of the Mabamba Swamp but apart from the shoebill storks and other bird species, you can spot countless butterfly species that will leave you awestruck.
Travel with us for an exceptional birding excursion
At a glance
- Duration: 6 hr–10 hr
- Private experience
Plan your experience
Set aside 6 hr–10 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What is included
- Drinking water
- Canoe Ride
- Licensed birding guide
- Lunch
- Wifi
- Air-conditioned vehicle
Not included
- Accommodation
- Travel Insurance
- Tips and Gratitude
- Personal expenses
Itinerary and highlights
Early in the morning, you will be picked up from your hotel by your professional driver-guide and begin a 1-hour drive from Kampala to Mabamba Swamp.
Upon arrival, you will be joined by a knowledgeable local guide who will lead you on a 2-hour canoe excursion through the dense swamp vegetation in search of the magnificent and elusive Shoebill Stork, as well as other colorful bird species and beautiful butterflies.
You will have excellent opportunities to capture memorable moments as the shoebill hunts for its prey in the swamp waters, while enjoying the soothing melodies of birds and the tranquil sounds of nature.
After this rewarding experience, you will retreat for lunch at a selected restaurant or lodge, then embark on the return journey to Kampala.
End of the 1-Day Mabamba Swamp Tour.
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Meeting and pickup information
- The driver guide will contact via a direct phone call to know more details about the pick up location and time
Languages and tickets
- German — Guide
- English — Guide
- Italian — Guide
- French — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Silverbird Tours Agency
Accessibility and practical details
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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