3 Day Lake Mburo Wildlife, Boat & Walking Safari
3 Day Lake Mburo Wildlife, Boat & Walking Safari
Overview
This 3 day Lake Mburo Wildlife, Boat & Walking Safari is perfect for travelers based in Kampala, Entebbe, or Mbarara who have limited time but still want to experience Uganda’s wildlife and scenic landscapes. Lake Mburo National Park is one of Uganda’s most accessible parks and offers unique safari activities including game drives, a peaceful boat cruise, and a guided walking safari.
Although it is one of Uganda’s smallest national parks, Lake Mburo is rich in biodiversity. The park is home to zebras, giraffes, impalas, elands, buffaloes, hippos, and over 350 bird species. Its savannah plains, acacia woodlands, and lakeshores create a beautiful setting for wildlife viewing and nature exploration.
Safari Highlights
- Scenic drive through Uganda’s countryside with stops at the Equator and Mpambire drum makers
- Game drives with opportunities to see zebras, giraffes, impalas, buffaloes, and more
- Boat cruise on Lake Mburo to spot hippos, crocodiles, and water birds
- Guided walking safari with a ranger to explore wildlife on foot
- Comfortable accommodation options from budget to luxury
Trip Itinerary
Your safari begins when your guide from Bamba Safaris picks you up from your hotel in Kampala, Entebbe, or Mbarara. After a short briefing, begin the scenic drive to Lake Mburo National Park through Uganda’s countryside.
Along the way, stop at the Uganda Equator for photographs and demonstrations of the famous water experiment. You will also visit Mpambire village where traditional royal drums are made using ancient techniques.
Continue the journey to Lake Mburo National Park and arrive in time for lunch at your lodge. After some relaxation, head out in the late afternoon for your first game drive. During this drive you may see zebras, impalas, topis, buffaloes, warthogs, and other wildlife as the sun begins to set.
Meal Plan: Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation Options
- Budget: Rwakobo Rock Lodge
- Midrange: Kigarama Wilderness Lodge
- Luxury: Mihingo Lodge or Kigambira Safari Lodge
Wake up early for a morning game drive through the acacia-dotted savannahs of Lake Mburo National Park. Early morning is the best time to observe wildlife while animals are still active.
Look out for herds of zebras, elands, impalas, buffaloes, waterbucks, and many bird species. With some luck, you may also spot a leopard or the occasionally seen lion.
Return to the lodge for lunch and a short rest before heading to Lake Mburo for an afternoon boat cruise. During the cruise, watch hippos and crocodiles in the water and observe a variety of birds including African fish eagles and the rare African finfoot.
The lakeshore is also a popular watering place where animals such as buffaloes and antelopes gather.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation
- Budget: Rwakobo Rock Lodge
- Midrange: Kigarama Wilderness Lodge
- Luxury: Mihingo Lodge or Kigambira Safari Lodge
After breakfast, meet a Uganda Wildlife Authority ranger for a guided walking safari. This activity offers a rare opportunity to explore the park on foot and observe wildlife up close while learning about animal tracks, plants, and the park’s ecosystem.
After the walk, return to the lodge to check out and begin your journey back to Kampala, Entebbe, or Mbarara. Lunch will be served along the way and you may request stops to view scenic landscapes such as crater lakes or the beautiful Ankole countryside.
Meal Plan: Breakfast & Lunch
Tour Inclusions
- Transportation in a 4×4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
- Professional English-speaking driver-guide
- Accommodation as indicated in the itinerary
- Meals as listed in the itinerary
- Park entrance fees
- Game drives in Lake Mburo National Park
- Boat cruise on Lake Mburo
- Guided walking safari with a ranger
- Equator and Mpambire cultural stops
- Bottled drinking water during the safari
Tour Exclusions
- International flights
- Uganda visa fees
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses such as laundry, souvenirs, and phone calls
- Optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary
- Tips and gratuities
- Accommodation before or after the safari (can be arranged on request)
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