![]() Shoebill Watching Mabamba Swamp with Ameera Africa SafarisĪmeera Africa Safaris organized our half-day Mabamba Swamp Shoebill tour. Local guides possess invaluable knowledge about the behavior and habitats of the shoebills, ensuring an unforgettable experience while respecting the birds' welfare and environment. Your guide will navigate the swamp's channels, revealing hidden treasures along the way. These tours provide the perfect opportunity to observe these magnificent birds up close and capture stunning photographs. Shoebill Tour Mabamba Swampīook a guided full-day or half-day Shoebill Boat Tour through the labyrinthine waterways of Mabamba Swamp to witness the ‘living dinosaur-looking’ Shoebill stork. Apart from that, the swamp's natural beauty is a treat for nature photographers, offering countless opportunities to capture breathtaking images. Getting a chance to witness these rare and charismatic birds in their natural environment is an unforgettable experience. Visiting the Mabamba Swamp Conservation Area is therefore a great responsible travel tip. The funds of these guided Mabamba tours go towards community development and conservation of Mabamba Swamp, thus a great way to give back and make a difference. They also supply life jackets (on request). The community provides boats to Busi Island and guided boat tours to see the incredible shoebill. The local community around Mabamba Swamp does a good job in preserving Mabamba Bay and its swampy wetland. Key protected bird species in Mabamba are the Shoebill Stork, the Papyrus Gonolek, and the Blue Swallow. ![]() ![]() Home to over 300 different bird species, this Shoebill Sanctuary offers a diverse wetland ecosystem that draws nature enthusiasts from around the globe to go on safari to see the Shoebill stork and other aquatic birds. The Mabamba Bay Wetland System is one of Uganda's Import Bird Areas and listed as a wetland of international importance by Ramsar. Mabamba Swamp in Entebbe is a 16,500 ha birdwatcher's paradise, renowned as one of the best places in Uganda to spot the elusive Shoebill. Watch this short 4-minute video of the dark side of shoebill chicks filmed by BBC Earth: The rivalry between two shoebill chicks is another reason why it’s difficult to raise a shoebill chick to adulthood. Vulnerable means that the Shoebill is threatened and at high risk of becoming extinct. Other causes contributing to the decline are nest disturbance, habitat loss, and hunting. Listed as Vulnerable on the International Union for the Conservation of Nature Red List, the numbers of Shoebills are in decline because of their slow breeding habits and illegal pet trade that targets the Shoebill’s chicks and eggs. Number of Shoebills left in the wildĪccording to BirdLife International, there are only 3300-5300 mature Shoebills left in the wild. The Shoebill is a big bird and can grow quite tall! With a height of up to 1.5 meters and a wingspan of 2.5 meters, the shoebill is truly a remarkable creature. The vulnerable Shoebill lives in marshy wetland areas and nests on papyrus platforms. Its distinct appearance, with a bill that looks like a huge shoe or a Dutch wooden clog, makes it a sought-after sight for bird lovers and wildlife photographers. What is a Shoebill, and why is it a special bird to see? The Shoebill, also known as the Whale-headed stork or Shoe-billed stork, is an iconic long-legged wading bird species native to Central and East Africa. ![]() Read everything you need to know about seeing the Shoebill in Mabamba Swamp: Shoebill Factsįirst of all, I would like to start with some facts about the Shoebill (Balaeniceps rex). ![]() The giant stork-like bird, also referred to as ‘the king of the marshes’, is the cherry on the cake on many birding lists. In Central and East Africa, Uganda is one of the best places to see the rare Shoebill Stork because many other locations are difficult to reach or unsafe to travel to. Nestled in the heart of Entebbe along the shores of Lake Victoria, Mabamba Swamp is a haven for birders on safari in Uganda, offering an amazing opportunity to witness the prehistoric-looking Shoebill in its natural habitat.Īpart from gorilla trekking and chimpanzee trekking, seeing the Shoebill in Uganda was one of my top reasons to visit the Pearl of Africa. Are you a traveler with a deep love for nature and a passion for bird watching? If so, Shoebill watching in Mabamba Swamp, Uganda should be at the top of your bucket list. ![]()
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