![]() ![]() Other spots where the bird is known to thrive include the southern end of Lake Edward in the wildlife safari tour destination of Queen Elizabeth National Park, Rugogo swamp in Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, Lake Mburo National Park, and Semuliki National Park, close to Lake Albert.īesides the shoebill stork, Uganda is home to tentatively 1,100 bird species that constitutes 50% of the Africa’s bird species and 11% of the world’s bird species count, making it a great destination for birders and the epitome of birding tours in Africa. Travellers on a tight schedule can take a 7-hour Mabamba birding excursion into the swamp with the possibility of spotting this legendary bird species. Doing a morning and evening boat cruise to the delta offers greater opportunity to see this highly sought bird.īesides Murchison Falls National Park, Mabamba swamp is another hot spot and quite close to Kampala, Uganda’s capital. Most common destinations include Murchison Falls National Park closely along the bank of Nile River, especially around the delta spot. There are a number of leading bird spots in Uganda where shoebill storks can be sighted. Even though they can weigh up to 6kg, they can stand quite easily on floating vegetation while hunting for fish. ![]() Payment options: We accept international bank transfer, card payment through PesaPal (adds 3,5% charge) and cash payment if you are in Uganda.įor more info see our terms & conditions.Best Shoebill Spots in Uganda: The shoebill stork is a magnificent, prehistoric-looking bird, and in Uganda this ancient species thrives, making birding safaris in Uganda a sought-after desire for every bird enthusiast.Īlso referred to as a “King whale-head” because of its enormous head size, the shoebill stork is named after its shoe-like bill which can grow up to 24cm in length and 20cm in width. Take a look here for links to the website’s of the lodges we regularly work with. The accommodation can be adapted to your price range of budget, mid-range or luxury. Plus water in the car and a couple of fruits along the way.Įxcluded: International flights, visas, drinks, tips and personal expenses.Īccommodation: In general accommodation mentioned in the itinerary is good places on budget to mid-range level (with the exception of luxury safaris). Included: Accommodation, meals, safari car, fuel, guide, park entries, gorilla permits (if applicable) and activities mentioned in the itinerary. Contact us with your inquiry to get the best price for your safari. Price: The price depends on number of people and accommodation level. Contact us and we adjust the itinerary to your preferences. Tailor-made safaris: We work with private safaris that can be tailor-made to fit your wishes. Reviews: See what our visitors think on TripAdvisor & Safaribookings ‘IN CONSERVATION WE TRUST- DISCOVER YOUR TRAVEL DREAMS’ From the lodge you can take an exciting boat-cruise on Lake Victoria over to Mabamba Swamp. ![]() At this peaceful safari style lodge you stay close to nature with views of Lake Victoria from the restaurant. If you wish to combine your search for the Great Shoebill Stork with a weekend away we recommend a night or two at Tilapia Lodge across the bay from Entebbe. Your guide then takes you back as we finish the Shoebill stork in Mabamba Swamp day trip. ![]() Hopefully we can finish the experience off with having made a sighting of the Great shoebill stork. When reaching Mabamba swamp we go out in a small boat to search for the rare Shoebill stork, lesser jacana, marsh harriers, African pygmy-goose, whistling ducks if its the right season the blue swallow, blue breasted bee eater plus many more aquatic birds of Uganda. If you are lucky we might make some interesting sightings of birds along the way. Your guide picks you up in Entebbe or Kampala the morning as we start the journey toward Mabamba Swamp a bit south of Entebbe for our Shoebill stork in Mabamba Swamp day trip. Day by day itinerary for our Shoebill stork in Mabamba swamp day trip: DAY 1: MABAMBA SWAMP FOR GREAT SHOEBILL STORK EXPERIENCE ![]()
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