What animals can I see in Lake Mburo National Park?

Lake Mburo is home to 69 mammal species and 332 bird species, including zebras, giraffes, elands, buffaloes and several antelope species. It is the only park in Uganda with impalas, and the only one in western Uganda with Burchell's zebra and eland. Leopards and hyenas are present, and lions have recently been sighted again after years of absence.

How do I get to Lake Mburo National Park from Kampala?

Lake Mburo is about 228 km (roughly 3.5 hours by road) west of Kampala, on the main road toward Bwindi and the Rwandan border. The park has three entrance gates: Nshara Gate, Sanga Gate, and Kyanyanshara Gate.

Is Lake Mburo National Park worth visiting?

Yes. It is one of the few places in Uganda where you can safari on horseback or by boat, not just by vehicle, and its smaller size means closer, more intimate wildlife encounters than in larger parks.

What is the best time to visit Lake Mburo National Park?

The dry months (June-August and December-February) offer the best wildlife viewing, as animals gather near water sources. The wetter months (March-May and September-November) are better for birdwatching and come with discounted lodge rates.

Can I combine Lake Mburo with gorilla trekking in Bwindi?

Yes. Lake Mburo is commonly combined with Bwindi Impenetrable National Park for gorilla trekking, or with Queen Elizabeth National Park for a longer wildlife circuit.

Is Lake Mburo National Park safe for tourists?

Yes. All game drives, nature walks, and forest walks are led by an armed Uganda Wildlife Authority ranger, and walking alone in the park is not permitted for safety reasons.

What activities are available in Lake Mburo National Park?

Game drives, boat cruises, guided nature walks, birdwatching, cultural visits with the local Banyankole community, and, through partner lodges, horseback safaris and mountain biking.

2 Days Wildlife Safaris In Lake Mburo National Park

2 Days Wildlife Safaris Lake in Mburo National Park

2 Days Wildlife Safaris in Lake Mburo Park

This is a 2 days wildlife safaris in Lake Mburo National Park, where you will explore the diversity in Lake Mburo National Park while on this Uganda safari. You will have several stopovers on your way to Lake Mburo National Park, that is to say, at Kayabwe at the equator monument and in Mbarara town. You will then head towards Lake Mburo National Park, where you will have a boat cruise and a morning game drive before you return to Kampala.

Safari highlights

Day 1: Pick up from Kampala and transfer to Lake Mburo National Park and an afternoon boat cruise

Day 2: Morning game drive and transfer back to Kampala

Detailed itinerary for the 2 days wildlife safaris in Lake Mburo National Park

Day 1: Pick up from Kampala and transfer to Lake Mburo National Park and an afternoon boat cruise

You will be picked up from a hotel in Kampala by our representative company guide. You will first be briefed about the safari by the guide, and then you will start the journey to Lake Mburo National Park. You will have a stopover at Kayabwe at the equator monument, where you will take pictures and also buy souvenirs. You will then continue with the drive to Lake Mburo National Park. You will have an en route lunch at a hotel in Mbarara, and then you will head to the park and check into a lodge.

The guide will take you for an afternoon boat cruise at Lake Mburo, where you will have numerous wildlife views of animals and birds and other ecosystems. You will be returned to the lodge after the boat cruise. You will have dinner at the lodge in the evening, and after you will retire to bed.

Accommodation options

Luxury: Mihingo Lodge
Midrange: Rwokobo Rock lodge
Budget: Mburo Eagle’s nest

*Boat Cruise In Lake Mburo National Park*

Day 2: Morning game drive and transfer back to Kampala

You will have an early morning breakfast at the lodge in the park, and then you will be transferred from the lodge by the guide, and you will go to the park headquarters for a briefing. You will be briefed about an early morning game drive, and then the guide will lead you on the game drive. You will take about 3 to 4 hours while carrying out this morning game drive. You will spot animals like zebras, giraffes, buffaloes, leopards, elephants and many more. You will then be transferred back to the lodge.

You will check out of the lodge, and then you will head to Kampala. You will have a stopover at a hotel for lunch, and then you will proceed. You will arrive in Kampala in the evening, and you will check into a hotel where you will reside. That will mark the end of the safari.

Safari includes

Mineral-bottled water
4 x 4 safari vehicle
English-speaking driver guide
Park entrance fees
Pick-up and drop-off
Meals
Accommodation
All activity fees

Safari excludes

Tips
Personal expenses
Life insurance
Visa and air ticket fees