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A large bird called the Shoebill, also known as Balaeniceps rex, which is native to Africa. Its scientific name means 'whalehead'. The Shoebill is depicted as vulnerable and its vocalization sounds like a machine gun. The image also includes a size comparison between a human, a Shoebill, and a horse. 2
A bird standing on a log in a swampy area with water and lily pads. 3
A narrow waterway flanked by tall grasses under a partly cloudy sky. 4
A bird with an elongated neck in a natural setting with dense green foliage. 5
By Wadi Rum Fire Camp
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$175 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple adult tickets
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 3h+
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup

Overview

    • Marvel at the legendary shoebill stork in its natural habitat
    • Enjoy a homemade cake and drinks after your birdwatching adventure
    • Explore the Mabamba Swamps National Park on a motorised canoe in private
    • Spot a variety of rare and exclusive local bird species
    • Immerse yourself in the local environment and search for various bird species

Activity location

    • Kampala
    • Kampala, Central Region, Uganda

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • 3CJX+5QQ, Road, Entebbe, Uganda | Please be informed that this activity does not include a pick-up service. Instead, travellers are required to meet at the designated location, where a guide will be waiting for them as per maps indicated.
    • Entebbe, Central Region, Uganda

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Private Boat Only

  • Activity duration is 3 hours3h
    3h
  • English

Select this option to partake in a half-day private boat tour, which includes all entry fees, permits and an authorised park guide only (no pickup – travellers will need to come to our meeting point).

Language options: English
Starting time: 8:30 AM
Price details
NZ$175.00 x 2 AdultsNZ$350.00
Total
Price is NZ$350.00
Until Tue, 25 Aug

Private Boat + Entebbe Transfer Pickup

  • Activity duration is 5 hours5h
    5h
  • English

Select this option to partake in a half-day private boat tour, which includes all entry fees, permits, an authorised park guide, and pickup and return transfer from Entebbe town only.

Language options: English
Starting time: 7:30 AM
Price details
NZ$200.00 x 2 AdultsNZ$400.00
Total
Price is NZ$400.00
Until Tue, 25 Aug

Private Boat + Kampala Transfer Pickup

  • Activity duration is 5 hours and 30 minutes5h 30m
    5h 30m
  • English

Select this option to partake in a half-day private boat tour, which includes all entry fees, permits, an authorised park guide, and pickup and return transfer from Kampala city only.

Language options: English
Starting time: 7:00 AM
Price details
NZ$240.00 x 2 AdultsNZ$480.00
Total
Price is NZ$480.00

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Hotel pickup and drop-off if selected
  • Inclusions
    Two boat ride
  • Inclusions
    Entry ticket to Mabamba Swamps National Park
  • Inclusions
    Private tour
  • Inclusions
    Official guide
  • Inclusions
    Homemade cake and drinks

What you can expect

  • Begin your journey with a pickup from your hotel in Kampala or Emtebbe. Alternatively, head directly to the meeting point to save cost. Travel to the Nakiwogo landing site in Entebbe, and embark on a boat ride to the Mabamba Swamps National Park, situated on the western shores of Lake Victoria.

    Start the motorised canoe with a local guide explaining the national park and spend 2–3 hours navigating through the narrow canals while searching for a variety of rare and exclusive local bird species. Next, head to the main starting point and switch to a smaller boat to seek out the shoebill stork.

    An official guide from the national park will be on board to assist in spotting the shoebill stork, allowing for some great photo opportunities. During your journey, immerse yourself in the local environment and search for various bird species.

    Upon ending your birdwatching adventure, enjoy your homemade cake with drinks then the boat will return to the original departure point, where you will either be dropped off at your hotel or return to the first meeting point depending on your tour option.

Location

Activity location

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    • Kampala
    • Kampala, Central Region, Uganda

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • 3CJX+5QQ, Road, Entebbe, Uganda | Please be informed that this activity does not include a pick-up service. Instead, travellers are required to meet at the designated location, where a guide will be waiting for them as per maps indicated.
    • Entebbe, Central Region, Uganda