2-Day Birdwatching Trip in Mabamba Wetland
per person
This 2-day birdwatching trip in Mabamba takes you to Entebbe and the famous Mabamba Wetland in Uganda. The wetland is known for the rare Shoebill Stork and offers room to variety of bird species. Mabamba Islands has become a top tourist site for birding. It is the best place in Africa, and even the world, to see shoebills. Besides the shoebill, you can also see many other bird species during this adventure such as the Papyrus Gonolek, African Pygmy Goose, Malachite Kingfisher, Winding Cisticola, Hamerkop,a many other.
Safari Highlights
- Day 1: Birding in Entebbe’s UWEC & Botanical Gardens
- Day 2: Mabamba Wetland and Search for Shoebills
Day 1: Birding in Entebbe’s UWEC & Botanical Gardens
You will be met by our company representative, who will take you to your accommodation in Entebbe. Depending on your time of arrival, you might visit Uganda Wildlife Education Centre (UWEC), home to several caged wildlife species with over 170 bird species, including the rare Northern Masked Weaver, Peafowl, Pink-backed Pelican, Kingfishers, storks, and others. After, you will transfer to the Entebbe Botanical Gardens for bird watching on the trails around Kampala, where you can see over 150 bird species. Enjoy your lunch in the gardens, relax while observing the birds, and return to your hotel for dinner and an overnight stay.
Accommodation: Protea Hotel Entebbe (Luxury), 2-Friends Beach Hotel (Mid-range), Via Via Guest House / Papyrus Hotel (Budget)
Meal Plan: Lunch and Dinner
Day 2: Mabamba Wetland and Search for Shoebills
Wake up early, have breakfast, and transfer to Mabamba Swamp, about 50 kilometers west of Kampala. Search out for several birds on the way, including the Papyrus Gonolek, White-winged Warbler, White Shouldered Tit, Pallid Harrier, Herons and others. The swamp is famous for the rare Shoebill Stork, along with other birds like the Blue Swallow, Allen’s Gallinule, Grey Herons, Swamp Flycatcher and others. The best way to see the birds is by canoe, and you might also spot the Sitatunga Antelope. In the afternoon, retire and drive back to your hotel to mark the end of your 2-Day Birdwatching Trip in Mabamba Wetland.
Meal Plan: Breakfast and Lunch
2-Day Birdwatching Trip in Mabamba Wetland Includes and Excludes
Inclusions:
- All Airport transfers, both pick-ups and drop-offs
- English-speaking guide for 2 days
- Bottled drinking water for 2 days
- All accommodation and meals for 2 days
- All en-route meals
- Fuel for 2 days
- All activities mentioned on the itinerary
Exclusions:
- Drinks (soft and alcoholic drinks)
- Travel Insurance
- Visa Ticket
- Travel tickets
- Tips
- Extra meals and activities
- Personal Items like gifts, phone bills, laundry, and souvenirs