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Kampala, Uganda

The Best Uganda Safari to Lake Mburo National Park

3-Day Uganda Safari to Lake Mburo National Park

Start & EndDay 1-2

What you should expect

Highlights

Start Entebbe (Day 1)
Day 1-3 Lake Mburo National Park
End Entebbe (Day 3)

Overview

This 3-Day Uganda Safari to Lake Mburo National Park takes you to is the only park in Uganda with elands, impalas, and klipspringers. It is also home to the largest population of zebras in Uganda, estimated at 5,000, and probably contains the highest concentration of leopards found anywhere in Uganda. Buffalo, waterbucks, topis, and warthogs are also very common. Reedbuck and oribis can also be spotted in the open valleys. Hyenas, genets, bush pigs, and white tailed mongoose are often seen on night game drives.

Itinerary Details

Day-by-Day


Day 1 Transfer from Entebbe to Lake Mburo National Park

You will be picked up early in the morning in either Entebbe or Kampala, depending on your preferences, and eat breakfast en route to Lake Mburo National Park. This action-packed experience will showcase the park’s highlights over the next few days. Upon arrival at your accommodations, you will enjoy lunch before heading out for your first evening safari. Wildlife activity varies throughout the day, so you may encounter different species in the evening than during daytime. Later you will return to camp for a wonderful meal and relaxing evening.

Meal Plans

Lunch and Dinner

Accommodation Plans

Budget Camping outside Lake Mburo NP
Day 2 Guided Boat Trip on Lake Mburo

After breakfast, you’ll embark on a short drive into Lake Mburo National Park for a guided boat trip on the lake. This is an excellent opportunity to see hippos and a dazzling variety of birds, along with other reptiles and mammals. Your experienced guide will help identify and explain the wildlife, offering insights you might otherwise miss. Feel free to ask questions and deepen your understanding of Africa’s rich biodiversity.


After returning to shore, enjoy lunch before heading out on an afternoon safari. In the evening, you’ll relax at camp around a fire pit, enjoying drinks and conversation while listening to the sounds of the African bush. After dinner, you will retire for the night.

Meal Plans

Breakfast Lunch and Dinner

Accommodation Plans

Budget Camping outside Lake Mburo NP
Day 3 Departure and End of Tour

Wake up early for a morning safari. If you are lucky, you’ll spot the elusive leopard as the sun rises. You may choose to have a packed breakfast on the go. After the safari, you’ll begin your journey back to Entebbe or Kampala, stopping at the equator for a photo opportunity. We have certainly packed a great deal into this three-day budget tour!

Meal Plans

Breakfast and Lunch

Accommodation Plans

No Accommodation

Booking Form

Payment Methods

Inclusions

Park fees (For non-residents)
All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)
Camping equipment
A professional driver/guide
All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)
All Taxes/VAT
Roundtrip airport transfer
Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
Drinking water (On all days)
Sleeping bag

Exclusions

International flights (From/to home)
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
Bath towels
Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
Personal items (Souvenirs travel insurance visa fees etc.)
Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees

Sustainability Commitment

This tour is 100% sustainable. We encourage our travelers to minimize their carbon footprint by choosing eco-friendly practices.

Cancellation Policy

Please note our cancellation policy to ensure clarity in case of changes to your travel plans. 30 days or more before departure Full refund minus a 10% service fee. 15–29 days before departure 50% of the total booking cost will be refunded. 14 days or less before departure No refund will be provided. We recommend travel insurance to cover unforeseen circumstances.

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