1-Day Itinerary
Day 1: Mabamba Shoebill Expedition
TIME
ACTIVITY
NOTES
06:00 AM
Early Morning Departure from Entebbe/Kampala
Pickup from your hotel in a comfortable 4x4 safari vehicle
08:00 AM
Arrival at Mabamba Swamp
Meet your local expert bird guide and prepare for the canoe safari
08:30 AM
Papyrus Canoe Safari into the Swamp
Glide silently through narrow channels in search of the elusive Shoebill stork
10:30 AM
Shoebill Encounter & Bird Watching
Observe the prehistoric Shoebill in its natural habitat. Over 200 bird species possible!
12:30 PM
Lunch at Local Restaurant
Enjoy fresh fish from Lake Victoria and local Ugandan cuisine
02:00 PM
Return to Entebbe/Kampala
Scenic drive back with opportunities to spot wildlife along the way
04:00 PM
Arrival at Your Hotel
End of unforgettable Shoebill adventure
Pricing & Booking
Mabamba Shoebill Experience
All inclusive of transfers, canoe safari, guide fees, and lunch
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Tour Route
Tour Highlights
Hotel Pickup (Entebbe/Kampala)
Mabamba Swamp
Papyrus Canoe Safari
Shoebill Stork Spotting
Tour Details
What's Included
- Pickup and drop-off from Entebbe/Kampala
- Professional English-speaking bird guide
- Local canoe safari in Mabamba Swamp
- Shoebill spotting experience
- Lunch at local restaurant
- Bottled water during the tour
What's Excluded
- International flights
- Uganda visa ($50)
- Personal expenses
- Alcoholic beverages
- Gratuities ($10/day)
- Photography permits (if required)
