Kampala Tour: Discover Hidden Gems and Culture

Embark on a 5-hour guided walking tour in Kampala and uncover the hidden gems of Uganda. Explore the oldest university, slums, craft markets, and more. Don’t miss the chance to learn about Uganda’s history and indulge in local cuisine. Book now!

Duration: 5 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Mabamba Swamp Shoebill Bird Watching - Guests will be picked up from their hotel in Entebbe or Kampala at a prearranged time and driven directly to Nakiwogo landing site in Entebbe. From there, they will enjoy a one-hour boat ride to Mabamba Swamps, situated on the western shores of Lake Victoria.
  • Upon arrival at Mabamba Swamps, participants will…
What's Included
  • Entrance fees included
Additional Information

Guests will be picked up from their hotel in Kampala or Entebbe at a prearranged time and driven directly to Nakiwogo landing site in Entebbe. From there, they will enjoy a one-hour boat ride to Mabamba Swamps, situated on the western shores of Lake Victoria.

  • Arrival at Mabamba Swamps
    Upon arrival, guests will board a canoe for a leisurely one-hour…
Location
Mabamba Swamp Shoebill Bird Watching
Nakiwogo Landing Site
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Harry_m
Jan 5, 2026
Steve made the trip. ... - Steve made the trip. Knowledgeable, punctual, well prepared and infectiously cheerful, he gave us a brilliant time and by the end of the trip he had become a good mate! We found a magnificent shoebill, as well as viewing other wonderful birds. It was a wonderful way to spend the morning away, gliding through the marshes of Lake Victoria away from the madness of the boda bodas of Kampala! Top trip, top guide.
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Shirley
Dec 11, 2025
Wonderful tour! - Steve as guide was great. We saw so many beautiful birds. Then we saw the shoebill standing and flying. It was wonderful!
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Karen
Nov 21, 2025
Wonderful once in a lifetime experience! - Our guide Steve was very friendly and knowledgeable. The boat drivers were very good captains and followed our lead by making sure that we were able to get the best views of the birds along the lake and in the swamp. When we switched to a smaller boat, we picked up an additional guide, Eric. This young man was one of the best birders I’ve worked with! We saw the shoebills, gray crowned cranes, fish eagles and so much more! Truly a trip of a lifetime! Cannot recommend highly enough! Lake Victoria and the Mabamba swamp tour are must dos!
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Markkxldor
Nov 16, 2025
Very interesting, really local experience - The experience was great, all with the kind tour guide and the crew! We had a smooth 'sailing' with their boat to a smaller boat for the Mbamba swamp, at the magnificient Victoria Lake. We saw one big shoe bill male, it was quite close and looking at us. :) Cute but still respected 'dinosaur', apart the chicken. :) Sometimes it really moved like that. The way back was also good, we have seen a lot if different local birds, and could relax a lot in the boat, while the sun was still shining and the weather was perfectly fine.
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Elisabeth
Sep 20, 2025
Fab trip to Mbamba swamp - Steve was a great guide. Very helpful and informative. I learnt at lot about the wildlife and was delighted to see the Shoe Bill. I was the only person on the trip so was very grateful it went ahead. Would highly recommend.,
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366diannem
Aug 12, 2025
The Magnificent Shoebill - I highly recommed this tour not only for the shoebill but also a variety of other African birds. My skilled guide located the shoebill within 15 minutes after launching out in the canoe.
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Joachimrb4312ku
Jul 12, 2025
Amazing way to spend a few hours! - An excellent trip with a very knowledgeable guide Steve. We saw 3 shoebill birds, a monitor lizard and an odder. A very nice day trip!
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Getruden2023
Aug 19, 2023
Great experience! - I was luck to book this walking tour Steve was very knowledgeable explaining everything regarding Uganda as well Kampala The view from Gaddafi mosque was very amazing highly recommended thanks 🙏🏾
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From $140
up to 10 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).