![]() ![]() Even getting there holds exciting birding! The road to Mabamba winds its way through areas of secondary forest and agricultural land, attracting Red-headed Lovebird, African Crowned-Hornbill, and a range of sunbirds including the Green-headed, Green, Red-chested, Collared, Marico, and Scarlet-chested. ![]() Mabamba Swamp is a labyrinth of channels and lagoons. Mammal fans want to be on the lookout for Spot-necked Otter, occasionally seen in the water here. Raptors include the interesting Lizard Buzzard, and perhaps the Palm-nut Vulture. We may be lucky and find the giant of all herons, the Goliath. Waterbirds include African Pygmy-Goose, Spur-winged Goose, Long-toed Lapwing, Gray-hooded Gull, and three species of terns: Gull-billed, White-winged Black, and Whiskered. In this narrow bay, lined by papyrus, other specialty birds include Hamerkop, Lesser Jacana, Blue Swallow, Papyrus Gonolek, White-winged Warbler, Blue-breasted and Madagascar Bee-eaters, Gray-rumped Swallow, Greater Swamp-Warbler, Slender-billed Weaver, African Pygmy-Kingfisher, and Plain-backed Pipit. The hotel is close to the airport, and provides dependable and convenient shuttle service.įor those who come in early, you have the option to join a guided botanic garden tour today.Īccommodations at the lovely Protea Hotel on the shores of Lake Victoria, Entebbe (D)įri., July 14 : Mabamba Wetlands | Botanic GardensĪfter an early breakfast, we proceed to the Mabamba Swamp, a Wetland of International Importance, in search of water birds including Uganda’s iconic Shoebill. For those that arrive early in the day, you can rest and enjoy birding on the grounds. ![]() Today is planned as just a day of rest for those arriving in time we gather for a welcome dinner at our hotel. If you wish to combine with another part of Africa, then Kenya or Ethiopia work well and in both we have partner companies that can provide guided custom excursions. Note, you need to leave the day prior to arrival, July 12 departing the USA. Typical stops en route include your gateway through Brussels, Amsterdam, Nairobi, Addis Ababa, Doha, or Kigali. Several major airlines provide service to Entebbe, including United, Delta, Emirates, Ethiopian, KLM, and others. Thurs., July 13 : Arrive in Entebbe, on the Shore of Lake Victoria
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