A Private 2-Day Lake Mburo Safari | Wildlife, Cycling & Boat Ride
A Private 2-day Lake Mburo safari tour is a short, accessible trip to Lake Mburo National Park in Uganda, offering a mix of activities like boat cruises, game drives, and nature walks to see zebras, impalas, and birds. The tour typically starts with a drive from Kampala or Entebbe, including a stop at the Equator, followed by an afternoon boat cruise and game drive on the first day. Day two involves a nature walk or horseback ride to see more wildlife before the return journey to the starting city.
Lake Mburo National Park 2 Day safari tour features a visit to the equator line at Kayabwe, a game drive, and a boat cruise at Lake Mburo National Park. The park is a habitat for diverse mammal species including antelopes like elands, impalas, zebras, giraffes, buffaloes, olive baboons, side-striped jackals, duikers, Jackson’s hartebeest, waterbuck, semi-aquatic sitatunga, Uganda Kob, Topi, Oribi, crocodiles, hippos, and many more.
This 2 Day safari to Lake Mburo Park best suits all kinds of travelers whether traveling solo, with couples, family, or big groups. For travelers wondering which short trip to take when on a tight schedule in Uganda, worry no more and choose to take this trip. The tour is available all year round at very affordable prices.
A Detailed 2-Day Lake Mburo Safari Itinerary
Day 1: Transfer from Kampala, stop at the equator, and have an evening boat cruise at Lake Mburo National Park.
Your two days tour to Lake Mburo National Park starts with pick up from your place of residence in Kampala by an allocated Uganda safari guide.
Your pick-up will be early morning around 6:00 am local time to get out of the city early and avoid traffic jams. From Kampala, you have a stop at the equator line in Kayabwe where you spend a few minutes for photography at the world’s centerline. You then proceed to the park where you check into your booked hotel relax and have lunch. After lunch, you are driven to Lake Mburo for a boat cruise by around 3:00 pm.
The boat cruise offers the chance to see several aquatic species as well as bird species. After the boat cruise, you have a short game drive en route to your booked accommodation facility. At the hotel/lodge, you have dinner and spend the night.
Meal Plan: Lunch and Dinner
Accommodation: Luxury: Mihingo Lodge/Mburo Safari Lodge, Mid-range: Rwakobo Rock Lodge / Arcadia Cottages, Budget: Eagles Nest Camp
Day 2: Have a morning game drive or cycling tour
On the second day of your 2 days tour, you have breakfast then embark on a morning game drive in the park. Possible sightings include giraffes, zebras, antelopes, and impalas. After the game drive, you will have a lunch break within the park and relax for a few minutes. Alternatively, you can also view wildlife on a cycling tour through the park. After either the game drive or cycling tour, you then embark on the drive to exit the park. You are driven back to Kampala or Entebbe International Airport for a departure flight.
Meal Plan: Lunch
End of the 2-day Lake Mburo National Park Safari
Inclusions
- Tour guide fees
- Lunch
- Transportation
- Entrance fees and taxes
- Accommodation
Exclusions
- Any changes to the itinerary
- Any purchases of a personal kind
- Tips
Experience Lake Mburo National Park
Lake Mburo National Park: Uganda’s Compact Gem
Although it is the smallest savanna park in Uganda, Lake Mburo National Park is culturally significant, beautiful, and home to a diverse array of wildlife. Situated close to the route that connects Kampala to western Uganda, the park provides a safari experience that is both accessible and immersive.
The park may be small, but it boasts a wetland system that extends 50 kilometres and is linked by swamps and five lakes. Wetlands occupy 20% of the park’s surface. Nature lovers and birdwatchers must visit Lake Mburo to witness the extraordinary variety of fauna, birds, and aquatic species supported by its various ecosystems.
A Park with a Resilient Past 🌿🦓
Lake Mburo National Park has faced several challenges throughout its history, with wildlife being nearly wiped out multiple times due to:
✅ Attempts to eliminate tsetse flies
✅ Conversion of land into ranches
✅ Subsistence poaching
However, conservation efforts have restored the park, ensuring its survival and sustaining wildlife populations for future generations. Today, 20% of the park’s entrance fees are reinvested into local community projects, funding schools, health clinics, and infrastructure development to benefit neighboring communities.
A Haven for Wildlife and Birds 🦌🐆🦜
Lake Mburo’s mosaic of woodlands, savannas, lakes, and rocky outcrops provides a unique habitat for wildlife not commonly found in other Ugandan parks.
Key Wildlife Species:
🔹 Zebras – Lake Mburo is one of Uganda’s best places to see zebras
🔹 Impalas – The park boasts Uganda’s only population of impalas
🔹 Elands – Africa’s largest antelope species is frequently spotted here
🔹 Buffaloes, Defassa waterbucks, and reedbucks roam the open savanna
🔹 Hippos and crocodiles dominate the lakeshores
🔹 Leopards and hyenas lurk in the woodlands, though sightings are rare
🔹 Bushpigs, warthogs, and topis add to the park’s diversity
A Landscape Shaped by Time ⛰️🌾
Unlike Uganda’s other savanna parks, Lake Mburo lacks elephants, allowing woodlands to thrive without being tamed. The park features:
✅ Expansive savanna, dotted with rocky ridges and forested gorges in the west
✅ Lush riparian woodlands along the lakes and rivers
✅ Patches of papyrus swamp, providing a habitat for wetland species
This variety of landscapes creates breathtaking scenery and supports a thriving ecosystem of plants and animals.
A Birding Paradise 🦜🌿
Lake Mburo is home to over 315 bird species, making it one of Uganda’s best birdwatching locations. The park is renowned for acacia-associated birds, with some of the best viewing areas found around Rwonyo.
Notable Bird Species:
🔹 Mosque swallow
🔹 Black-bellied bustard
🔹 Bare-faced go-away bird
🔹 Rüppell’s starling
🔹 Southern ground hornbill
🔹 Black-throated barbet
Whether exploring on foot, by boat, or on a game drive, Lake Mburo National Park offers an up-close and personal safari experience, where visitors can enjoy stunning wildlife encounters without the crowds.
Why Visit Lake Mburo National Park?
✔️ Uganda’s most accessible savanna park, close to Kampala
✔️ One of the best places to see zebras and impalas
✔️ Incredible birdwatching opportunities with over 315 species
✔️ Unique landscapes featuring wetlands, savanna, and woodlands
✔️ Boat safaris, game drives, and guided walking safaris
✔️ A conservation success story, benefiting both wildlife and local communities
Despite its small size, Lake Mburo National Park is a true hidden gem, offering unforgettable wildlife encounters, stunning scenery, and a peaceful safari experience away from the crowds. 🌿🦓🏞️