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1-Day Shoebill Stork Tracking Tour in Mabamba Swamp

Accra, Uganda

1-Day Shoebill Stork Tracking Tour in Mabamba Swamp

5.0 / 5 · 11 reviews Offered by Sunset Adventures 1-Day

Overview

Mabamba Bay is located northwest of the Entebbe peninsula, on the shores of Lake Victoria. In addition to being a Ramsar-listed wetland of international significance since 2006, it is one of Uganda's 33 Important Bird Areas. Three of Mabamba's most important protected bird species are the papyrus gonolek, blue swallow, and shoebill. Mabamba Bay is an unusually large marsh that stretches along a small bay and is bordered by papyrus as it approaches Lake Victoria's main body.

Plan snapshot

Quick Facts

Tour details

Duration

1-Day

Route

Entebbe to Entebbe

Country & park

Uganda

Style

Safari

Group size

1-8 travelers

Starts

Any day if available

Minimum age

15 years

Activities

specialized birding (with a professional birding guide), canoe/mokoro safaris & boat trip

Pickup

Airport transfer included

Booking

Request quote

Currency

USD

1-Day Shoebill Stork Tracking Tour in Mabamba Swamp
Accra visual context for this itinerary.

Rates

Rates Per Person

USD

Start datesSingle2+ people
Jan 1, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026 $385 USD $275 USD
Jan 1, 2027 - Dec 31, 2027 $385 USD $275 USD
Jan 1, 2028 - Dec 31, 2028 $385 USD $275 USD

Before booking

Important To Know

Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
This tour is not available to groups larger than 2 people.
This tour is offered in US dollars (USD).
This tour accepts children who are 15 years and older.

Quote flow

Request Guidance

We advise requesting quotes from 3 operators ()
Requests are sent directly to the tour operator
If preferred, you can contact the tour operator directly
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Route

Tour route map
country Uganda
Start Entebbe (Day 1)
End Entebbe (Day 1)

Tour Features

Day tour

This does not include accommodation.

Private tour

This tour will be organized exclusively for you and won't be shared with others.

Can start any day

If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.

Can be customized

You can request changes to this tour.

Suitable for solo travelers

Solo travelers can book this private tour.

15
Minimum age of 15 years

The minimum age for this tour is 15 years.

Activities & Transportation

Activities: specialized birding (with a professional birding guide), canoe/mokoro safaris & boat trip
Getting around: pop-up roof minivan, boat & normal 4x4 vehicle
This operator can select your international flights, but you'll have to book them yourself
A transfer from and back to the airport is included

Day By Day

Tour step

Arrival

You'll be collected from the airport.

Day 1

Day 1

Day 1

You will enjoy an early breakfast, get your packed lunch, and set off for an exciting day in Mabamba Swamp where you will come face to face with the rare shoebill. The journey takes about an hour by road via Nakawuka - Kasanje. The wetland is home to a variety of bird species and birding will take you a whole day. A canoe ride through the papyrus swamp will take you to the best spot to view the Shoebill bird among other rare African birds like the Malachite Kingfisher, Swamp Flycatchers, African Purple Swamphen, African Water Rail, Common Moorhen, Lesser Jacana, African Jacana, African Pygmy Goose, White-faced whistling duck, Squacco heron, Blue-breasted bee-eater, African Jacana and Saddle-billed stork among others. You will return to your lodge in the late afternoon. Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Destination: Mabamba Swamp Stay: No accommodation (End of tour) Meals: Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Tour step

End of tour

You'll be dropped off at the airport.

Included

Park fees (For non-residents)

All activities (Unless labeled as optional)

A professional driver/guide

All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)

All Taxes/VAT

Roundtrip airport transfer

Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)

Drinking water (On all days)

Excluded

International flights (From/to home)

Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour

Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)

Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)

Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees

Getting There

This tour starts and ends in Entebbe
This operator can select your international flights, but you'll have to book them yourself
Fly to/from Entebbe Airport (EBB - Check price)
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour cannot be arranged by this operator
Sunset Adventures
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Offered by

Sunset Adventures

5.0 operator rating 11 reviews

Sunset Adventures is a specialist Ugandan tour operator founded in 2018 that offers safaris into Uganda, Rwanda, Kenya, and Tanzania. We are dedicated to sharing experiences and creating memories with our guests by showcasing the beauty of our country and its neighbors. The company is fully licensed by the Uganda Tourism Board and the local government of Uganda. We design memorable and exciting safaris tailored to your preferences.

Office In

Uganda

Size

1-5 employees (Founded in 2018)

Member Of

USAGA, UTB, UWA & ESTOA

Tour Types

Custom budget & mid-range tours that can start every day

Destinations

Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda

Traveler feedback

Reviews

5.00 average

Overall

5.0/5

Communication

5.0/5

Accuracy

5.0/5

Value

5.0/5

Safety clarity

5.0/5

Cultural value

5.0/5
Verified

Great experience

Great agency! Had an amazing experience with Emmanuel in the Murchison park. Felt safe at all times as a solo female traveler. Very fair price. Definitely recommend

Photo by Rihab Rabbaj
Photo by Rihab Rabbaj
Photo by Rihab Rabbaj

Rihab Rabbaj · Belgium

Verified

Highly professional and client-focused top-notch service, safety, and comfort.

I recently had the pleasure of traveling with Sunset Adventures, and I must say it was an exceptional experience from start to finish. Their professionalism and commitment to being time-conscious were evident throughout the trip. They truly have their client's best interests at heart, providing high-class service standards at every turn. Sunset Adventures collaborates with top-tier service providers to ensure that every aspect of your trip is of the highest quality. The vehicles and transport services were comfortable and reliable, the hotels were superb, and the restaurants chosen for us were delightful. They take excellent care of their clients, prioritizing safety, comfort, and good service. With Sunset Adventures, you can receive great value for your money. I highly recommend them to anyone looking to enjoy a seamless and memorable travel experience.

Sylvia Nsobya · Uganda

Verified

It was an enjoyable trip for me,, all the expectations made. The game drive was very swift and rewar

The tour guide was very reliable and accepts feedback. I had a very good experience

Ruth Nannyunja · Uganda

Verified

I had the best trip of 2023 with them

My Lake bunyonyi trip 2023 I had great time, I learnt alot, The boat ride, the zip lining, the game drive.....it was an amazing experience. Time management👌🏾 I recommend sunset adventures incase you'd like to explore and enjoy the beauty of this world

Stopover with the group, on the road trip to L.bunyonyi..kabale
Visit to Lake Mburo during the game drive

Kanyerezi Ismail · Uganda

Practical answers

Tour FAQs

8 answers

Are rates charged per person?

Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.

Which currency is this tour priced in?

This tour is offered in US dollars (USD).

Can children join this tour?

This tour accepts children who are 15 years and older.

Can this tour start on my preferred date?

If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.

Can the itinerary be customized?

You can request changes to this tour.

Where does this tour start and end?

This tour starts and ends in Entebbe

Are airport transfers included?

A transfer from and back to the airport is included

How does the quote request work?

We advise requesting quotes from 3 operators () Requests are sent directly to the tour operator If preferred, you can contact the tour operator directly

Operator policy

Terms and Conditions

Booking terms

Disclaimer

This tour is offered by Sunset Adventures , not SafariBookings.

This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings.

If you request changes to this tour, the advertised rates will likely change.

The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.

This tour is subject to the terms & conditions of Sunset Adventures .

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