Overview.
Lake Mburo National Park is Uganda’s smallest savannah reserve at 370km², yet hosts 5 lakes and exceptional wildlife. Located in western Uganda, it’s approximately 4 hours from Kampala.
The park is renowned for hosting Africa’s largest antelope—the Eland—alongside zebras, buffalos, leopards, hippos, waterbucks, and over 45 bird species including the rare Shoebill. Its five water bodies enable boat cruises with sightings of waterbirds, crocodiles, and hippos.
BRIEF ITINERARY
DAY 1
- Transfer to Lake Mburo National Park
- Equator Line Experience
- Afternoon Game Drive
DAY 2
- Morning Walking Safari
- Shoebill at Mabamba Swamp
- Transfer to Kampala/Airport
DETAILED ITINERARY
DAY 1: TRANSFER | EQUATOR | GAME DRIVE
Meet your safari guide for a briefing, then depart for Lake Mburo National Park. Stop at the Equator for photos and the water experiment. Continue through Masaka to the park for lunch and check-in. Enjoy an afternoon game drive spotting zebras, buffalos, leopards, hippos, and various antelopes among savannah vegetation.
Overnight: Rwakobo Rock Lodge or similar
DAY 2: WALKING SAFARI | SHOEBILL VIEWING
Begin with an early morning walking safari through the park, offering close encounters with zebras, waterbucks, antelopes, and buffalos while enjoying bird songs. After 2-3 hours, return for breakfast before departing for Mabamba swamp to spot the prehistoric Shoebill bird among other waterbirds. Transfer to airport or preferred location.
End of 2 Days Lake Mburo National Park Safari
