Safari Overview
Day :- Nairobi – Drive to Maasai Mara Game Reserve (265 km – 5 to 6 hrs)
You will be picked early in the morning from Kampala/ Entebbe and transfer to Mabamba Swamp for the experience of the most sought-after bird in Uganda, starting early is important to have the best spotting of the notoriously elusive shoebill stork and other bird species. There you will be briefed by one of our professional birding guides, who will take you on the boat tour.
The excursion usually lasts for 2 hours although the option of a full day is also possible. The swamp is a beautiful environment of papyrus plants and water lilies where shoebill usually hides and is known for feeding on lungfish.
Along the way, you will spot several different kinds of birds such as Gull-bill terns, White-winged terns, Grey-headed Gulls, Malachite Kingfisher, spur-winged and Papyrus geese, Crown hornbill and many more can be spotted here. After the tour, you will be transferred back to your hotel in Kampala or Entebbe or continue with the day’s program.
Included in the Safari Cost
- All Transfers
- Transport in a comfortable Tour Van/Cruiser with a pop up roof top.
- All applicable game Park Entrance fees.
- Services of Professional Safari Guide.
- All Camping Fees or lodging fee.
- Three meals a day while on Safari.
- Bottled drinking water.
- Unlimited Game drives.
- Personalized service.
Excluded in the Safari Cost
- International flights and taxes
- Passport visa
- Traveler’s insurance
- Tips and gratuities to driver/guides
- Personal Laundry
- Alcoholic drinks
- Entrance fee to activities labeled as ‘Optional’