Everyday in this village of Mabamba is a thrilling adventure into the unknown. Lets see how many bird species we can spot today? Grab your binoculars, camera, keep your eyes open and let the adventure begin …
Every bird watcher’s trip starts from Mabamba Swamp, found in Kasanje town council, 12km west of Entebbe international Airport & 48km Kampala. Mabamba swamp is home for many endemic water birds and a place to find the endangered shoebill. Mabamba Swamp is the only wetland near Kampala that hosts the globally threatened shoebill also locally known as Bulwe. At 48km from Kampala, Mabamba Swamp is conveniently located allowing bird watchers & non-birders to spot many bird species (300) , acting as an ideal starting point for those after long safaris in Uganda.
Mabamba Swamp is found on the shores of Lake Victoria, situated on 2424 hectares of papyrus, ferns, water lilies, and grasses in the shallow water. The Site support group in Mabamba is called the Mabamba Wetland Eco-Tourism Association. The swamp is a bio-diversity area and an Important Birding Area (IBA), recognised by BirdLife International that was launched as a Ramsar site in 2006 due to its rare bird species.
Shoebills, growing 4-5 feet tall are known to stand motionless for hours waiting for their prey. Mabamba Swamp is home to at least 12 shoebill storks, commonly regarded as the best place to view the globally-threatened shoebill. Shoebills are listed vulnerable according to International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN).
Birding in Mabamba swamp is done from an engine powered wooden boat, taking you through a maze of lily pads and papyrus trails. Mabamba Lodge has a private boat & continues to works with a group of professional local guides and boat operators who have grown up within the area, understanding every inch of the swamp and it's habitat.
Since opening in December 2021, Mabamba Lodge has hosted individuals and groups from Africa, Europe and America. From customer feedback 'birdwatching tour' has been voted the 'must do' activities at Mabamba Lodge even for non birders..
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