Game drive
Enjoying a day game drive in the park
Sighting the rothschild giraffe, the park's most sought after animal

Full-Day Lake Mburo National Park Safari with Boat trip (2 day option available)

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900 minutes (Approx.)
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This short but packed tour is ideal for travellers who want a 1-day or weekend safari trip with a rich serving of cultural interactions. The tour includes a day time game drive of Lake Mburo National Park, guided walks on the foot trails of the park, a night time game drive (for the 2-day option), a tour of the Igongo cultural museum, stops at local markets for fresh in-season fruit and to meet local vendors, a visit to the Biharwe eclipse monument (for the 2-day option) and a stop at a local drum making factory for some authentic crafts. The tour also includes a stop at the Equator crossing at Kayabwe. Guests selecting the 2-day option will also enjoy a night at the magnificent Rwakobo Rock Lodge (subject to availability) or the Igongo Country Hotel

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Adult

Ages 18 or above
2

Children

0

Things To Know

  • In season fruit like bananas and mangoes are bought fresh from markets along the way and are provided as a snack during the trip
  • Dinner with non alcoholic drinks included during overnight stay, for 2-day option
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Constant flow of bottled water provided on trip
  • Lunch with non-alcoholic drink included. Lunch also included on 2nd day for 2-day option
  • Breakfast included. Breakfast also included on 2nd day for 2-day option
  • Alcoholic Beverages
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What's included in the package

Itinerary

Lake Mburo National Park

Enjoy a 1-day or 2-day visit to Uganda's smallest national park, boasting boasting five small lakes. Enjoy viewing Rothschild giraffes, Zebra, Hippos, Buffalo, Impala and if you're lucky, the elusive Eland. You will even spot domestic cattle grazing alongside the game animals. This tour also includes a boat trip on lake mburo, where you will spot rare birds like the shoebill stork and papayrus yellow warbler. There are also marine animals and rare plant life to spot on the boat trip. If you opt for the 2-day trip, enjoy a night game drive, a tour of the Igongo cultural museum as well as a climb to the 1520 AD Eclipse monument atop Biharew hill, for a spectacular view.

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Igongo Cultural Centre

Offered on the 2-day option: Visit the Igongo Cultural Museum and learn the wonderful history of the tribes from Western Uganda

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1520 AD Eclipse Monument on top of Biharwe hill for a great view of the rolling hills and wonderful history of eclipses in Uganda

Uganda Equator

Stop over at the Equator crossing in Kayabwe on the way back from the park, for a toilet break, some souvenir shopping, equator photos and a quick science lesson on...er flusing toilets :-)

Stop and visit the famous Mpambire drum factory; see the artisanal drum makers practicing their craft and buy authentic Ugandan drums to take with you

Where to meet and pickup

Pickup and Dropoff

Choose to be picked up from a list of locations

Additional Information

Pick up offered from any hotel/ residence within or surrounding Kampala and Entebbe

Ticket Redemption

Direct access, no redemption is required

Reviews By Other Travelers

5
Based on 3 reviews

What do other 3 guests say about Full-Day Lake Mburo National Park Safari with Boat trip (2 day option available)

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klinglermicha
5
Apr 2022
It was part of a four day expereince. The tour was very well organised, the guide and driver were very helpful, and successfully endeavoured to make the visit a success. The safari and boat trip took us to see a great variety of wildlife and gave us the opportunity to observe these animals from ...
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Brookenoel008
5
Jan 2022
I so enjoyed this no-hassle solo trip facilitated by Arthur and Steven! I had one day to have some fun in Uganda on a work trip, and wanted to spend that time in nature. Arthur exchanged several speedy emails with me to find an option that worked with my desires and schedule. I spent the day with...
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William_9J7
5
Dec 2019
This was, all around, an incredible day. Excellent communication with Arthur (and helpfulness) setting up the tour and I had an amazing day with Stephen. I opted for a walking safari, rather than the lake cruise, once we got to the park. I was really happy with this option. We saw giraffes - whic...

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All prices are shown in USD

Adult

Ages 18 or above
2

Children

0

Things to know

Included
  • In season fruit like bananas and mangoes are bought fresh from markets along the way and are provided as a snack during the trip
  • Dinner with non alcoholic drinks included during overnight stay, for 2-day option
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Constant flow of bottled water provided on trip
  • Lunch with non-alcoholic drink included. Lunch also included on 2nd day for 2-day option
  • Breakfast included. Breakfast also included on 2nd day for 2-day option
Not Included
  • Alcoholic Beverages
Additional Information
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels