3 Days Lake Mburo Safari
Activities:
Game drives to spot wildlife like zebra, giraffe, impala, and leopard , Boat cruise on Lake Mburo to see hippos, crocodiles, and water birds , Bird watching , Observing local communities and savannah landscapes
Duration:
3 Days
Type:
Game Drive, Bird Watching, Nature Safari
Destination:
Lake Mburo National Park – Uganda
This 3-day safari takes you to Lake Mburo National Park, where you will explore the park’s rich savannah grasslands, lakes, and wildlife. The park is home to over 350 bird species and a variety of animals including zebra, impala, eland, buffalo, oribi, Defassa waterbuck, leopard, hippo, hyena, topi, and reedbuck. You will enjoy game drives, a boat cruise on the lake, and experience local culture along the way. This safari is perfect for wildlife lovers and bird watchers.
Tour Details
Depart from Kampala at 6:30 AM and drive to Lake Mburo National Park. The journey takes about 3–4 hours. Stop briefly at the Equator for photos and a fun demonstration. Continue through open savannah with local settlements, plantations, and herds of Ankole long-horned cattle. Arrive at the park in time for check-in and lunch. Optional short nature walks can be taken in the afternoon to explore nearby trails.
Start early with a morning game drive. Search for zebras, impalas, giraffes, kobs, elands, topis, and leopards. Bird watchers can enjoy spotting a variety of local and migratory birds. Return for lunch, then go on a 2-hour boat cruise on Lake Mburo. Here, you can see hippos, crocodiles, and many species of water birds. In the evening, relax at your lodge or take a short guided nature walk.
After breakfast, check out and drive back to Kampala, enjoying the scenic views of the savannah and local villages along the way. Arrive in Kampala by late afternoon.