![]() Mabamba wetland does not only have the shoebill stork but it’s also a sanctuary to the four threatened species that is the papyrus gonolek, pallid harrier, blue swallow and white-winged warbler. The main attraction at Mabamba is the shoebill stork just like in Murchison falls national park where the shoe bill sort can be seen anywhere throughout the day. The area is a starting point for tourists having a long safari in Uganda and interested in birding because it’s located near the Entebbe international airport. Because is under UNESCO world heritage, the swamp has become an important birding area in Uganda helping to attract a lot of birders to Uganda. Ramsar convention on wetland is an intergovernmental treaty that teaches about the conservation, wise use and safe guarding of wetlands and their treasures. ![]() In 2006, Mabamba swamp was chosen as a Ramsar site and wetland of international importance because of its uncommon and attractive bird species such as papyrus yellow warbler, shoebill stork, blue swallow, sitatunga and many more. This swamp is one of the most tourist attractions in Uganda. The Mabamba swamp is famous for famous for its amazing bird collections with over 260 bird species recorded in the area. The main activity done by people here is hunting, mining and fishing. It is found close to Entebbe town and Kampala city in a village called Kasanje. Mabamba bay swamp is one of the swamps in Lake Victoria. Mabamba bay swamp is situated close to Kampala city and Entebbe town which allows birders to see many of Uganda’s famous colorful birds without having to go to parks. Mabamba bay is one of the best birding destinations in Uganda. The country is blessed with a high number of bird species that is over 1070 bird species. In terms of diversity in plants and animals, Uganda comes in the second place in the whole of Africa though small and landlocked, Uganda is among the best countries for bird watching in the whole world. Are you looking for shoebill stork and bird watching tours in Mabamba swamp? Yes Uganda is truly blessed with nature for safari holidays.
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