THIS TOUR IS AN EXTENSION TO THE TOUR – MOUNTAIN GORILLAS, CHIMPANZEES AND OTHER PRIMATES IN UGANDA 11th – 20th FEBRUARY 2024. READ MORE HERE…

Some highlights

  • Two days in the Mabamba wetland reserve to look for the shoebills
  • Several species kingfishers, bee-eaters and herons
  • Fantastic birdlife with lots of exotic species
  • We go to Uganda when it is NOT rainy season
  • The tour leader will show you their best spots and provide photographic advice to a small group that share the same interests

SHOEBILL
Our extension trip takes us to the Mabamba wetland area to photograph the mythical bird the shoebill. Here we will spend two days and make a total of four excursions in the wetland area in small boats. The boats give us the opportunity to slowly and quiet make our way towards the birds in the wetland.

The shoebill lives in large wetland areas and today it is estimated that there are between 5,000 and 8,000 individuals left in the world, where the majority are found in Sudan. Outside of Sudan, the Mabamba wetlands are considered the best place in the world to see the bird. With a body length of 150 centimeters, the shoebill is one of the world’s largest birds. The beak is large and wide with a light pink to orange-like base tone with dark spots and gives the bird an unmistakable appearance.

In addition to the shoebill, we will be able to photograph several species of kingfishers, bee-eaters, herons, ducks and other exciting birds.

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Price
12 900 SEK
(Registration fee 2 580 SEK)

Single room supplement
1500 SEK

Included in the price
See information below on whats included in the price.

Dates
20th – 23rd February 2024

Number of days
4 days

Last day for registration
30th November 2023

Tour leader
Staffan Widstrand

Number of participants
Min 6
Max 8

Itinerary

Day 1 (20/2) (Lunch – Dinner)
We arrive at our lodge in the afternoon / evening. After check-in, we have dinner and talk a bit about the coming days.

Day 2-3 (21-22/2) (Breakfast – Lunch – Dinner)
After breakfast we head to the Mabamba wetland reserve and begin our search for the Shoebill. We make our way in the wetland by boat. In addition to shoebills, we hope to be able to photograph kingfishers, bee-eaters, jacanas and several heron species.

We have lunch and rest a bit at the lodge before we go out into the wetland again in the afternoon.

Day 4 (23/2)  (Breakfast – Lunch)
Today our tour ends. After breakfast we head to Entebbe and the airport. Flights home  in the evening.

Mer information

  • PHOTO EQUIPMENT
    Since the focus of this extension tour is on photographing birds will we need bigger lenses. Focal length from 300 to 600 mm will be useful.
    Telezoom lens, e.g. 70-200 mm or 100-400mm, provides very good conditions for taking various pictures of birds. Of course, a normal zoom for other types of images should also be included.
    To increase the focal length if you have a shorter telephoto or a zoom, you can use a teleconverter.

    If you have access to two camera bodies, it is good to have these.

  • CLOTHING
    The climate in Uganda is tropical, which means that both days and nights are warm, often the temperature rises above 30 degrees during the day and rarely below 20 at night. However, the nights are colder the days we are at higher altitudes in the mountains so then you need some thick sweater in the morning. Pack light and cool but durable clothes. A thinner rain jacket or poncho is good to bring. Bring a cap or thin hat as protection from the sun. Hiking boots or a pair of heavier sneakers are the best choice for the feet. Feel free to supplement with some form of sandals to wear in the middle of the day.

  • ACCOMMONDATION
    We stay in hotels and lodges of medium standard.

  • ACCESSIBILITY
    The accommodation has no restrictions regarding accessibility. The hikes in the mountains are not suitable for people with disabilities.

  • INCLUDED IN THE PRICE
    Four outings in Mabamba wetland reserve, other entries and fees in national parks, local guides, photo lessons, local transport (we travel in comfortable Toyota Landcrusiers), transfers to and from airports. Accommodation (share in a double room) and meals according to program.

  • NOT INCLUDED IN THE PRICE
    Round-trip flights Entebbe, tips, insurance, cancellation protection, visas, drinks, meals not specified in the daily program, telephone, internet fees and things of a personal nature.
  • MEETING POINT
    The tour starts and ends at Entebbe International Airport.
    The tour guide meets and leaves the group here.
  • TERMS OF PAYMENT
    The registration fee is paid via invoice in connection with registration. The remaining amount is paid no later than 60 days before the tour.

  • VISA AND PASSPORT
    Your passport must be valid for at least six months after arrival in Uganda. For Swedish citizens, a visa to Uganda is required, read more about visas here. Passports are required at check-in for flights.

    If you are a citizen of any other country please check with the nearest Ugandan Embassy if you need visa or not.

  • INSURANCE
    We strongly recommend that you carefully review your travel insurance before the tour. Read the terms and conditions about what may and may not be included. It is important to check that compensation is included for travel home / ambulance transport in the event of an accident or serious illness. Often, for example, the travel cover in a regular home insurance needs to be supplemented.
  • HEALTH AND VACCINATIONS
    Contact your doctor for advice on vaccinations. For entry into Uganda, you must be vaccinated against Yellow Fever.

    Some of the treks, to the Golden monkeys and Mountain gorillas can be strenuous.

  • THE GROUP AND LANGUAGE
    Our tours are open to all nationalities, which means that the group can be international.
    The tour guides on our trips speak Swedish and English.

  • TERMS AND CONDITIONS
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