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This 3 day Uganda safari begins and ends in Kampala, Uganda and if you are on a budget or short on time, this wildlife safari to Lake Mburo National Park is a winner. The park is situated about 30 km (19 miles), by road, east of Mbarara, the largest city in the sub-region and it’s a 3 to 4 hours drive (240 km) from Kampala, Uganda’s capital and largest city.
From Kampala or Entebbe, we travel through the outskirts of Kampala, Uganda’s vibrant capital city, before beginning our journey southwest. Along the way, we visit local markets including a drum market. When we reach the Equator, we stop to take photos and test which way water drains from a bath here.
After lunch at the Equator, we continue our journey to Lake Mburo. In the afternoon we enter the Lake Mburo National Park, known for its plains game and large Hippo population.
On Day two we spend time in Lake Mburo National Park on morning and afternoon game drives. Your guides point out the array of animals and plants found in this diverse Ugandan game reserve as you explore.
Wildlife includes Antelopes, Uganda Kob, Buffaloes, Zebra, Baboons, Impala, Eland, Buffalo, Oribi, Defassa Waterbuck, Leopard, Hippo, Hyena, Topi, and Reedbuck, and more. Over 350 bird species have also been recorded in this compact national park.
In the afternoon we take a boat cruise on the park’s main lake – Mburo. The cruise will reward you with sights of different wildlife as they come to drink and soak in the lake to cool off! Hippos and big Crocodiles are common sights too as well as lots of birds.
On day three, we enjoy a cup of tea/ coffee or hot chocolate then proceed for any one of the many activities available in the park. These include cycling or biking or a nature walk. Later we have lunch along the way either in Masaka or at the Uganda Equator as we transfer to Kampala. Alternatively, a transfer to Entebbe can be arranged for later in the day.
3 Days 2 Nights Lake Mburo National Park Uganda Safari Activities
Game drives: The game drives through the park will allow you to see many of the animal species as well as birds. This park is the only one in Uganda where you will see Impalas. Other animals include Eland, Giraffes, Zebras, Lions, Bush Babies, Porcupines, etc.
Boat Cruise: This boat cruise will get you to come face to face with the flora and fauna of the lake. And along the bank, you will see Hippos, Crocodiles, Antelopes, Buffaloes, and birds like kingfishers, eagles, weavers, starlings, pelicans as well as the cormorants
Birding Watching: Lake Mburo National park is also one of the best birding spots in Uganda with over 135 bird species and some of these include; Barbets, Lovebirds, Doves, Turacos, Parrots, Cranes, and many more.
Cultural experience: These include traditional cattle watering adventure, tree planting, Igongo cultural museum, Rwabarata Drama group traditional dances, Rubale fishing community, and beekeeping tours
Fishing Trips: Lake Mburo has around 6 species of fish with Tilapia being the most common one. The most fishing spot is at Mazinga. Visitors that are planning to carry out fishing here should bring their own equipment and let us know in advance to facilitate fishing permits for them
Horseback Riding Safaris: Lake Mburo is the only park in the country where one can carry out a game drive from the back of the horse and also is one of the best ways of viewing the wildlife that is found in the park. These tours can also last between 1 to 3 hours. Mihingo Safari Lodge offers this activity
Nature walks: In the company of a ranger guide on foot, you will visit a salt lick where many animals frequent daily. The full day begins with a hike to the salt lick, then a walk to the top of the hill where you will be able to view the 9 of the great region lakes, animals birds both on the hill and on the hike. Lunch is included along the hike.
Visit the Equator: The drive to Lake Mburo includes a stopover at the Equator; (the equator runs through Uganda). You will enjoy watching a scientific experiment that proofs that you are on the equator. Later have some snacks, drinks, or buy some curios before proceeding to Lake Mburo.
Lake Mburo Bicycle Tours: These are well-guided bike rides that are from 1 hour to as long as you like. You will ride among the Zebras, Antelopes, Buffaloes within the flat areas of the national park.
3 Days 2 Nights Lake Mburo National Park Uganda Safari Brief Itinerary
Day 1: Kampala – Drive to Lake Mburo National Park
Day 2: Explore Lake Mburo National Park
Day 3: Lake Mburo – Drive to Kampala
3 Days 2 Nights Lake Mburo National Park Uganda Safari Prices
3 Days 2 Nights Lake Mburo National Park Uganda Safari Prices includes:
Government Taxes + All Park Entrance Fees + Game Drives as specified + 2 to 3-hour boat trip along with Lake Mburo + Park Ranger Fees for all activities mentioned + Ground Transportation by in a 4WD safari vehicle + Services of s professional English Speaking Driver-Guide & Full Board Accommodation (two nights) at your preferred lodge/ camp
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1st January 2022 |
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Notes
* 3 Days 2 Nights Lake Mburo National Park Uganda Safari highlights include guided nature walks, game drives, visiting Salt licks, visiting Rubanga forest, boat cruise on Lake Mburo, and 2 nights’ accommodation at your preferred lodge/ camp
3 Days 2 Nights Lake Mburo National Park Uganda Safari Prices Excludes:
* Insurance cover
* Accommodation at Entebbe/ Kampala
* International Air ticket and related costs
* Tips and gratuities to drivers/ guides, hotel staff, etc
* Expenses of personal nature, e.g. drinks, laundry, telephone bills, etc
* And any other activities that are not mentioned in the itinerary above
3 Days 2 Nights Lake Mburo National Park Uganda Safari Detailed tinerary
Day 1: Kampala – Drive to Lake Mburo National Park
0700 Hours: We depart at our Hotel in Kampala after breakfast by road to Lake Mburo National park. The drive takes about 4 hours. Along the way make a brief stop at the Equator to enjoy watching a scientific experiment that proofs that you are on the equator. Later have some snacks, drinks, or buy some curios before proceeding to Lake Mburo.
1200 Hours: Upon arrival at the park, check in your accommodations and relax before lunch. Later proceed for the afternoon game drive. Lake Mburo is a small but nice and interesting park. It is the only park in Uganda with Impalas! The park also has notable residents for example leopards, hyenas, elands, buffalos, giraffes, topi, and antelopes among others. In the park, you will also encounter more than 300 bird species.
1830 Hours: Later in the evening return back to your accommodations.
Accommodation Options:
Luxury Accommodation: Mihingo Lodge, Mantana Tented Camp, Arcadia Cottages
Mid-range Accommodation: Rwakobo Rock Lodge, Mburo Safari Lodge
Budget Accommodation: Mpogo lodge, Eagles nest lodge
Meal Plan: {Lunch & Dinner}
Day 2: Morning Game Drive & Boat Trip
0800 Hours: After early morning breakfast, explore the park with a game drive in search of animals like zebras, impalas, topis, buffalos, elands. Bird watching opportunities are excellent here, with about 313 bird species recorded here including the rare shoebill stork, White-winged Warbler, Crested Francolin among others.
Alternatively, take a nature walk. Return to the lodge for lunch. After sumptuous lunch proceeds for an afternoon boat ride. Lake Mburo boat ride offers you a chance to spot water animals like; crocodiles, hippopotamus, and water birds including; fish eagles, pelicans, black crake, heron, cormorant, and the rare shoebill stork.
1830 Hours: Return to your lodge for a relaxed evening, dinner, and overnight.
Accommodation Options:
Luxury Accommodation: Mihingo Lodge, Mantana Tented Camp, Arcadia Cottages
Mid-range Accommodation: Rwakobo Rock Lodge, Mburo Safari Lodge
Budget Accommodation: Mpogo lodge, Eagles nest lodge
Meal Plan: {Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner}
Day 3: Lake Mburo – Drive to Kampala
0600 Hours: enjoy a cup of tea/ coffee or hot chocolate then proceed for any one of the many activities available in the park. These include cycling or biking or a nature walk.
0900 Hours: Return for a full English sit-down breakfast then depart by road for Kampala. You will have lunch along the way either in Masaka or at the Uganda Equator.
1800 Hours: Arrive in Kampala late afternoon. Our driver will drop you off at your hotel/ residence. This marks the end of your 3 Days 2 Nights Lake Mburo National Park Uganda Safari.
Meal Plan: {Lunch & Dinner}