1-Day Birding Safari: Mabamba Papyrus Swamp & Shoebill Stork

Duration: 1 days from
Price: From €275 per person
Destinations:: Uganda

Spot Uganda’s Iconic Shoebill and Over 260 Bird Species Near Entebbe

Nature

1-Day Birding Safari: Mabamba Papyrus Swamp & Shoebill Stork - Main photo of the trip

1-Day Birding Safari: Mabamba Papyrus Swamp & Shoebill Stork - Mabamba Swamp

1-Day Birding Safari: Mabamba Papyrus Swamp & Shoebill Stork - Photo 3 of the trip

1-Day Birding Safari: Mabamba Papyrus Swamp & Shoebill Stork - Photo 4 of the trip

1-Day Mabamba Bird-Watching Tour: Spot the rare Shoebill Stork and over 260 bird species on the shores of Lake Victoria Embark on a memorable day trip to Mabamba Swamp, a pristine wetland just a short drive from Entebbe International Airport. Recognized as an Important Bird Area (IBA), Mabamba is one of Uganda’s top birding destinations. Glide through papyrus channels in a traditional canoe as you search for the iconic Shoebill Stork and a dazzling variety of over 260 recorded bird species. Whether you’re a passionate birder or a first-time nature enthusiast, this one-day adventure delivers world-class birding without the need for long travel.

Trip Description

Mabamba Papyrus Swamp is one of Uganda’s premier bird-watching sites and one of the best places in the world to spot the rare Shoebill Stork. Located just a short drive from Entebbe International Airport, this full-day tour combines a peaceful canoe-dugout ride through lush papyrus channels with outstanding birding—over 260 species have been recorded here. What’s Included . Professional bird guide . Private car transportation from/to Entebbe . Motorboat transfer and traditional canoe-dugout ride . All guiding and park access fees Good to Know . The quoted USD 275 covers guiding and all transport (car, boat, and canoe) . Flexible for solo travelers or groups—group rates are negotiable . Ideal for dedicated birders and curious nature lovers alike

Accomodation

Self-contained rooms with Wi-Fi: Entebbe: Viavia Hotel or Mrakai Eco Lodge

Stay program

day 1
A 1-Day Mabamba Swamp Shoebill Spot
In the early morning, our driver-guide will pick you up from your preferred location at 6:00 AM. You will then drive to Mabamba Swamp, where you will join a boat for a chance to spot the shoebill stork. After the birding experience, you will be dropped back at your pick-up point.