From Entebbe/Kampala: Mabamba Wetland & Village Tour

Discover the Mabamba Wetland on a private tour from Entebbe or Kampala. Search for the iconic Shoebill Stork, visit Mabamba Village, and enjoy a guided walk through the village.
Begin your experience with a pickup from your hotel or preferred location in Entebbe or Kampala in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle. Sit back and enjoy a scenic drive to Nakiwogo Landing Site, where your private boat captain will be waiting to begin your adventure.

Board a traditional motorized canoe and cruise through the tranquil waterways of Lake Victoria’s Mabamba Wetland. As you glide through the papyrus channels, your guide will help you spot an incredible variety of birdlife, including the African Fish Eagle, Malachite Kingfisher, Purple Heron, Great Egret, Little Egret, African Jacana, Long-toed Lapwing, Pied Kingfisher, Blue-breasted Bee-eater, Papyrus Gonolek, Yellow-billed Duck, and many other wetland species.

Before searching for the Shoebill, stop at Mabamba Village for an authentic community visit. Enjoy a guided walk through the village, meet friendly local residents, learn about their daily lives, and gain insight into how the community coexists with and protects this unique wetland ecosystem. You’ll also sample a selection of fresh seasonal tropical fruits grown locally, adding a delicious taste of Ugandan hospitality to your experience.

The adventure continues as you venture deeper into the wetland in search of the legendary Shoebill Stork, one of Africa’s most iconic and elusive birds. Famous for its prehistoric appearance and impressive size, the Shoebill is a bucket list sighting for bird enthusiasts from around the world. Along the way, you’ll continue spotting numerous bird species while enjoying the peaceful beauty of this internationally recognized wetland.

After an unforgettable morning on the water, relax on a scenic boat ride back to Nakiwogo Landing Site before your comfortable transfer back to your hotel or preferred drop-off location.

För att garantera tillgänglighet, boka så snart som möjligt. Tidig bokning är värt att överväga, särskilt om du planerar resan under högsäsong som allmänna helgdagar eller helger.

Denna utflykt kan du avboka utan kostnad upp till 24 timmar före resans start. Om du avbokar efter 24 timmar eller inte dyker upp på utflykten kommer du fortfarande att debiteras hela priset för aktiviteten. Att vara sen vid upphämtning eller avresa kommer att betraktas som att inte dyka upp.