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3 Days Uganda Birding Safari Mabamba swamp and Lake Mburo mini wildlife tour – 3 Days Bird watching tour and wildlife Game viewing trip

3 DAYS BIRDING MABAMBA SWAMP SAFARI | LAKE MBURO SAFARI

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The best short birding and wildlife safari full of  fascinating experiences on Mabamba swamp is one you cannot miss out. This safari ushers you to the northern shores of Lake Victoria, west of Entebbe to Mpigi district where Mabamba swamp (“The Marshy paradise for birds“) is located. After Murchison falls, Mabamba wetland an extension of marsh,papyrus and other swamp vegetation is the next destination where the elusive shoebill can be easily seen in Uganda.

Mabamba hosts a bird checklist of 260 species. Lastly you can also spot the sitatunga antelope a swamp lover antelope in this wetland.Well as Lake Mburo national park  is the best place to see Zebras and the Impala with a checklist of 68 mammal species and 350 bird species.

DETAILED ITINERARY FOR THE 3 DAYS UGANDA BIRDING SAFARI MABAMBA SWAMP

  • DAY 1
  • DAY 2
  • DAY 3

DAY 1

Day 1; To Mabamba wetland and Lake Mburo National park.

Today’s highlights;

  • Boat trip to Mabamba wetland (cruise on the second largest fresh water body lake in the world)
  • Birding on motorized canoes (amazing experience)
  • Trip to Lake Mburo for safari
  • Opt wildlife drive in the wild

Pick up by the driver early morning to Entebbe for the 7am ferry crossing from Nakiwogo to Mabamba wetland. Assessing the wetland via water gives an added advantage to spot birds which you would have missed out if you traveled by land.

On reaching the wetland, the birding experience is on motorized canoes which sail you through the papyrus wetland while searching for the shoe bill popular in this place plus lots of other birds hosted by the wetland. Birding on the canoe is such a wondrous experience which adds to the checklist of this place.

Connect to Lake Mburo there after that experience with Lunch en-route. You will have your first game drive in the wild if you reach early enough in time. This will open you to the park’s wildlife like the mighty buffaloes, antelopes and more.

Overnight stay.

Meal plan; Half board.

DAY 2

Day 2: In Lake Mburo National park

Today’s highlights;

  • Exceptional horseback riding safari
  • Astonishing boat trip on Lake Mburo

One of the exceptional ways to enjoy wildlife viewing is a horseback riding safari known only in Lake Mburo . It’s a safe experience both to experienced riders and amateurs your undertaking this morning. Appreciate the views of the park, see wildlife like the elands, topi, bushbucks, buffaloes, impalas, zebras, hyenas, oribi and more.

In the afternoon, cruise on famous lake Mburo with clear views of the clam water which teem wildlife including, hippos, crocodiles and birds like red-faced barbet, African finfoot, etc. Drive back to lodge there after with through the game trails where you will be able to see more animals along the way.

Meal plan; Full board.

Overnight

DAY 3

Day 3; Travel back to Kampala

Today’s highlights;

  • Opt walking game safari (another way to explore the park)
  • Equator stop and views (dine in any of the hemispheres)
  • Road trip back to Kampala

This marks the end of the safari. and you will be heading back to Kampala. you can opt to first have a walking safari in the park to discover the park and it wildlife more on foot. Continue to Kampala with a stop at the Equator for photography, acquiring souvenirs or yourself, and a chance of standing in both hemispheres. Choose to dine in any of the hemispheres and continue to Kampala.

Meal plan; Half board

Journey time: 4-5hrs

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Safari Inclusions

  • Hotel pick-ups and airport transfers
  • Ground transport with customized 4WD vehicle and English speaking driver.
  • 2 nights’ accommodation and delicious meals as per itinerary.
  • Birding fees at Mabamba wetland
  • Bottled water
  • Park access fees.
  • All activities on the itinerary

Safari Exclusions

  • Tips and gratitudes to drivers and guides
  • luxury drinks not on the meal plan
  • Visas and international flight tickets
  • Laundry
  • Telephone calls
  • Any personal interests

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ABOUT BOWI AFRICA!!

Bowi Africa Tours and Travel is a native safari company that offers a vast array of tour services specializing in gorilla safaris in Uganda and Rwanda. We have a range of adventures that may suit your style and budget. So no matter how you want to see the Pearl we will make sure  you see it in comfort.
At Bowi Africa Tours and Travel, we offer quality services at the best prices and this makes our adventures of great value for money coupled with our commitment to responsible and sustainable travel experiences.

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