Mabamba Swamp | Safari Destination

About This Destination

Mabamba Bay Wetland is a Ramsar site on the shores of Lake Victoria, just 50 kilometers from Kampala. It is the most reliable location in Africa to spot the prehistoric-looking Shoebill stork, one of Africa's most sought-after birds. The wetland covers 2,424 hectares and supports an incredible diversity of waterbirds. Canoe trips through the papyrus swamps offer intimate birdwatching experiences.

Experiences

Things to Do

Shoebill Spotting

Canoe through papyrus swamps to find the elusive Shoebill stork in its natural habitat.

Bird Watching

Over 300 waterbird species in the wetland including herons, egrets, jacanas, and kingfishers.

Shoebill stork spotting paradise

Quick Info

Country Uganda
Location Central Uganda, near Kampala
Best Time Year-round, best early morning

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