2 Days Lake Mburo Safari
Enjoy an enriching 2-day wildlife tour in Lake Mburo National Park, Uganda's most accessible and compact savanna park. Experience guided game drives, a scenic boat cruise, and close encounters with diverse wildlife and bird species. The tour begins and ends in Kampala or Entebbe.
Safari Highlights
- Guided game drives in Lake Mburo National Park
- Boat/launch cruise on Lake Mburo
- Wildlife viewing: impalas, giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, bushbucks, warthogs, topis, elands, leopards, and more
- Aquatic species: hippos, crocodiles, and water birds
- Optional night game drive
- Stopover at the Equator for photos
- Professional English-speaking guide/driver
- Comfortable accommodation and meals included
June - August, December - February
Day-by-Day Itinerary
- 1Day 1
Pick up & Travel to Lake Mburo National Park, Afternoon Boat Cruise
Begin the day with a hearty breakfast at your hotel or place of stay. Meet your tour guide for a briefing, then depart early from Entebbe or Kampala along the Masaka-Mbarara route (about 4 hours' drive). Stop at the Equator for relaxation and photography. Continue to Lake Mburo National Park and check in at your pre-booked lodge for lunch. In the afternoon, enjoy a scenic boat cruise on Lake Mburo, spotting hippos, crocodiles, and water birds. After the cruise (2-3 hours), return to the lodge for relaxation. Optional night game drive or leisure at the lodge. Accommodation options: - Budget: Eagles Nest Lodge - Midrange: Lake Mburo Safari Lodge, Rwakobo Rock - Luxury: Kigambira Safari Lodge, Mihingo Lodge Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Travel time: 4 hours from Kampala/Entebbe
- 2Day 2
Game Drive & Depart from Lake Mburo National Park
Enjoy an early breakfast at your lodge, then set out for a morning game drive (2-3 hours) in Lake Mburo National Park. Spot wildlife such as duikers, Uganda Kobs, zebras, waterbucks, buffaloes, giraffes, warthogs, topis, elands, hyenas, leopards, and a variety of birds. After the game drive, return to the lodge for an early lunch and check out. Depart Lake Mburo National Park for Kampala or Entebbe, marking the end of your 2-day tour. Meal plan: Breakfast & Lunch Travel time: 4 hours to Kampala/Entebbe
What's Included
- Road trip using a 4x4 vehicle with a pop-up roof
- Professional English-speaking tour guide/driver
- Park entry fees
- Accommodation plus meals
- Game drives and boat cruise
- A bottled drinking water in the vehicle
- Pick up & drop off
Not Included
- Visas
- Tipping expenses
- Flights/airfares
- Bills on telephone
- Shopping expenses
- Travel insurance
- Beverages or premium drinks
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Frequently Asked Questions
- The drive takes about 4 hours via the Masaka-Mbarara route, with a stop at the Equator for photos and relaxation.
- You can see impalas, giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, bushbucks, warthogs, topis, elands, leopards, hippos, crocodiles, and a variety of birds.
- The package includes a 4x4 vehicle with pop-up roof, professional guide, park entry, accommodation, meals, game drives, boat cruise, bottled water, and pick up/drop off.
- Accommodation options include Eagles Nest Lodge (budget), Lake Mburo Safari Lodge or Rwakobo Rock (midrange), and Kigambira Safari Lodge or Mihingo Lodge (luxury).
- Pack sunscreen, waterproof walking shoes, insect repellent, long-sleeved shirts, safari hat, rain jacket, drinking water, camera, torch, binoculars, first aid kit, snacks, long pants, and sunglasses.
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