Shoebill Stork
Prehistoric-looking swamp specialist — Mabamba Bay and other papyrus wetlands near Entebbe are prime shoebill territory.
- Scientific name
- Balaeniceps rex
- IUCN status
- Vulnerable
- Category
- Birds
- Group
- Bird
- Habitat
- Freshwater papyrus swamps and wetlands
- Where to see
- Mabamba Swamp, Murchison delta, Queen Elizabeth wetlands
- Best time
- Year-round; calm mornings best for boat/canoe access
Safari packages to see Shoebill Stork
Bookable itineraries below include parks and activities where you are most likely to encounter Shoebill Stork in the wild.
1 Day Shoebill Safari — Mabamba Swamp
You visit: Mabamba Swamp
Uganda · Wetland birding by boat
Best
Seller
7 Day Uganda Wildlife & Gorilla
You visit: Entebbe (Start), Murchison Falls NP, Kibale Forest, Queen Elizabeth NP
Uganda · Nile, chimps, wildlife & gorillas
3 Day Murchison Falls Safari
You visit: Entebbe (Start), Murchison Falls NP, Entebbe (End)
Uganda · Nile boat & Big Five potential
Best
Seller
6 Day Gorillas, Chimps & Wildlife
You visit: Entebbe (Start), Kibale Forest, Queen Elizabeth NP, Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
Uganda · Primates & savannah wildlife
