Mabamba Lodge

A short trip from Entebbe or Kampala, you’ll find yourself in the most beautiful, friendly and authentic lodge. I’ve never been so well looked after and well catered for. These guys really go beyond to ensure your comfort and experience. The birdwatching is a must. Even if you’re not into birds; the shoebill was captivating in all his glory. We encountered a shoebill within 30mins of the tour! The food was top quality, well presented, fresh and delicious. Not to mention they catered vegan food. I’ve never eaten clean and delicious food at the same time 🤣. I was taken back, and certainly will be back! The staff were very friendly and professional. Really great guys. Thank you Mabamba Lodge

We spent four days at Marbamba Lodge in mid-October and we loved it. It was the perfect refuge after two days at another lodge on Sese Island that was absolutely not our thing. Too loud, too much hustle and bustle, no peace. The days at Marbamba Lodge were the perfect recovery after two weeks of beautiful but also strenuous safari through Uganda. Located directly on the shore of Lake Victoria, you can spend your days listening to the chirping of birds in the middle of a beautiful, garden and further in jungle like area. The bungalows are very tastefully decorated, have a small terrace and access to a small garden with either a hammock or other seating. Overall, the whole lodge is beautifully equipped and designed and even when it rains you can find a little cozy spot for yourself somewhere. You can watch beautiful birds everywhere and lie on the beach on very comfortable mattresses protected from the sun with colorful towels and just relax. If you want, you can take a guided trip to the nearby swamp area and even meet a shoebill, among many other unusual birds! There aren't many left, but the chance there is very, very high. The food is fantastic and the staff are just incredibly friendly and sweet. Thanks to Josefine, Joanne, Jack and Kenneth for making this experience so very special. At the end of the stay, we were able to help make the lodge even more beautiful by planting our own tree, like other tourists before us. There will soon be a swimming pool further back in the jungle, which will certainly be beautiful. Overall, Mabamba is absolutely unique and a true gem on the shores of Lake Victoria.