LAKE MBURO NATIONAL PARK
WILDLIFE SAFARIS
Lake Mburo National Park renown for being the smallest park and the closest to Kampala with approximately 240 kilometers distance and 30 km from Mbarara and 290km from Entebbe International Airport.
The park located in the western part of Uganda is bordered by four districts including Kiruhura, Lyantonde, Mbarara and Kiruhura making it a perfect location for cultural experience.
Lake Mburo has been in existence since 1933, it started as a controlled hunting area and later upgraded to a game reserve in 1936 and in 1983 it was awarded a national park status by the former president of Uganda, Sir Milton Obote with a major intention of punishing the Banyakole for allegedly supporting the anti –government rebels, the Banyakole used the reserve as a grazing ground for their cattle so Obote ordered for their exit and they ended up as squatters around the park.
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Lake Mburo national park is blessed with lots of green scenery and wildlife including the klipspringers visible on the metamorphic rocks that are believed to have existed for more than 500 million years.
The park also has five lakes with other natural occupants including the zebras and it is believed that it has the biggest population of them at about 5000, Impalas, elands, buffaloes, oribi, Waterbucks, Leopards with the highest concentration of them in Uganda, hippo, hyena and reedbucks among others and plenty of bird species like the bare faced go away bird, Ruppell’s starling, black bellied, mosque swallow and more different species which have made Lake Mburo one of the best birding tourist destinations.
Activities in Lake Mburo National Park
Nature walk in lake mburo national park
Lake Mburo has a very rich eco system of flora and fauna that can be accessed through the different trails designed by Uganda Wildlife Authority like Rwonyo trail leading to the salt lick, Rubanga forest trail, along the shores of the lake.
The walk is best done in the dawn hours of the day lasting for over 2 hours based on your preference and it is the best way for tourists to come to a full encounter with nature in the wild savanna plains as compared to the drive. Possible sightings on the walk include the zebras, Impalas, elands, buffaloes, oribi, Waterbucks, Leopard, hippo, hyena and reedbucks among others.
Boat cruise in lake mburo national park
The boat cruise in Lake Mburo National park is done on the five lakes found in the park. The trips can be done in morning and afternoon either as scheduled or exclusive basing on your choice.
The boat cruise lasts for over 2 hours with great sightings of wildlife resting along the shores of the lakes like African buffaloes, hippos, crocodiles, and monitor lizards, numerous bird species like the flamingos, African skimmer, kingfishers, and fish eagles among others plus bird species like the kinds of the kingfishers and also a home to the only African fin foot.
Nature walk in kibale national park
The nature walk in Kibale national park is both a day and night activity that goes through the demarcated trails of the forest bringing you to a closer encounter with the different wildlife that have found a home in the forest canopy like 13 primate species including chimpanzees, vervet, red-tailed, L'Hoest's, blue monkeys, grey-cheeked manabey, red colobus, black and white colobus, olive baboon, and over 335 bird species like the ducky crimson wing, black capped Apalis, blue headed sunbird, red faced woodland warber and purple breasted sunbird among others and over 60 other kinds of mammals besides the primates like the bush pigs, elephants, duikers among others. The activity is done in an accompaniment of the guide ranger and you could need the spot light for cases of a nocturnal walk.
Birding in lake mburo national park
Lake Mburo National Park accommodates over 350 bird species that makes it one of the best birding places in Uganda. The birding adventure in Lake Mburo National park is very satisfying whether on foot, safari vehicle or in a boat. The birds can also be spotted in the swamp valleys of Miriti and also along Rwonyo trail, Rubanga forest trail and at the shores of the lake.
Common sightings include; the papyrus gonolek, Red faced Barbet, Abyssinian ground hornbill, Verreaux’s eagle plus the rare African fin-foot that can only be found in Lake Mburo National park.
Spot fishing in lake mburo national park
Sport fishing is one of the best ways of spending your adventurous day in Lake Mburo National Park. It is carried out on the five lakes in the park in accompaniment of the fishing guides who know the best fishing spots with a ranger guide on board for your safety.
The common fish species in the Lakes include the Nile perch, the tiger fish, catfish, Tilapia finally yet importantly. We organize all kinds of fishing trips that include: multiple day trips, full- day trips, morning or afternoon trips on a catch and release policy.
Tourists are advised to come with their fishing equipment like the hooks, lures for trolling and the angler however some equipment are always on board like the rain suits, life jackets, first aid box, fire exguinsher, and cool box for cold drinks and picnic lunch for full day fishing. You are also advised to include these items in your backpack - sun protection, sandals, light clothing, and camera, insect repellent. The fish is more active during the dry seasons in Uganda; however, the activity can be done all year round.
cycling in lake mburo national park
Here is a chance to learn a lot about Lake Mburo and its beautiful corners, the best chance to see the hidden gems around the park. It is absolutely a never miss activity for our clients who would like to explore Lake Mburo and really dive deep into the history, culture and wildlife nature of the park.
Clients book the bike tour to stretch their legs before the nature walk and to also to prepare for the great trekking experience ahead of their safari but you can also leisurely ride around on your post trip.
Choose the cycling tours based on your capability and experience. The packages come along with a skilled cyclist knowledgeable about the park routings and the best spots to find the wildlife like their resting zones and where they gather to feed and drink water among others. Feel free to request them to slow down so that you can catch your breath when it gets tense.
Other activities in lake mburo national park
Day game drive in lake mburo national park
Following the demarcated trails, embark on a game drive to search for the wildlife in Lake Mburo National park including zebras, Impalas, elands, buffaloes, Oribi, Waterbucks, Leopard, hippo, hyena and reedbucks among others and plenty of bird species like the bare faced go away bird, Ruppell’s starling, black bellied, mosque swallow
The game drive done is done in the morning as nature awakes with the animals preparing to go hunt for their prey and in evening as the animals move back to their nests.
Night game drive in lake mburo national park
The best chance of sighting the nocturnal animals is by embarking on a Night Game drive, which can only be done in a few parks, and Lake Mburo is among them. The game drive creates the best chances of sighting the nocturnal animals including leopard, spotted hyenas, genets, porcupines, bush babies and so much more. The drive lasts for over 3 hours.
You can carry your spotlights for better views.
Community visits in lake mburo national park
Support the local community by taking a visit around Lake Mburo National park with very many interesting and pleasing activities put in place that you can participate in.
Lake Mburo is majorly surrounded by the Banyakole tribe who allow you spend a day at their homes to experience the daily lives of an African home, visit orphanages, local hospitals and schools, participate in the banana brewing demonstrations, and meet traditional medicinal healers plus participating in the daily grazing of the traditional long horned cattle like milking and feeding. The cultural visit is designed based on your interests and experience.
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