1 Day Lake Mburo National Park

Safari Overview:

Experience an exciting 1-day Lake Mburo National Park safari — the closest savannah national park to Kampala and one of Uganda’s best destinations for a short wildlife escape. Located approximately 253 km from Kampala, Lake Mburo is renowned for its open savannah landscapes, rolling hills, acacia woodlands, and rich wildlife.

This day safari offers excellent game viewing opportunities, scenic countryside drives, and a stop at the Equator, making it ideal for travelers with limited time.

Tour Overview

Duration: 1 Day
Destination: Lake Mburo National Park
Start / End Point: Kampala or Entebbe

Tour Highlights

Scenic drive through Mpambire, Kayabwe, and Masaka
Game drive in Lake Mburo National Park
Sightings of zebras, giraffes, buffaloes, antelopes, and more
Lunch at Rwakobo Rock Lodge
Equator stop with photography and experiments

Detailed Itinerary:

06:00 AM: Pick-up from your hotel in Kampala or Entebbe. Begin your safari with an early morning drive through Uganda’s countryside, passing the towns of Mpambire, Kayabwe, and Masaka.
Mid-Morning – Arrive at Lake Mburo National Park: Enter the park via Nshara Gate and begin your wilderness experience.

Game Drive in Lake Mburo National Park

Enjoy a 3-hour guided game drive through the park’s savannah and acacia woodland habitats. Wildlife commonly spotted includes;
Zebras, Giraffes, Buffaloes, Impalas, Topis, Warthogs, Elands, Reedbucks, Occasionally leopards (with luck) etc.

Lunch at Rwakobo Lodge: After the game drive, enjoy lunch at Rwakobo Rock Lodge, offering panoramic views of the surrounding wilderness.

EQUATOR STOP: On the return journey, stop at the Uganda Equator for photographs, souvenir shopping, and the famous polar water experiment.

EVENING: Drive back to Kampala or Entebbe
Drop-off at your hotel

African Big Five Safaris is a specialist East African Safari Company registered in Uganda and a member of the Association of Uganda Tour Operators with our offices in the heart of Kampala City.

We have more than ten years’ experience in the tourism industry. Both our office and field staff have a broad knowledge of the history, people, culture, geography, birds and plants of East Africa.

Our exciting safaris include; encountering the big five, the Great Migration, birding, camping, student tours, mountain climbing, gorilla trekking, and volunteer safaris.

We offer a range of adventure tours to Uganda, Rwanda, Kenya and Tanzania.

Tour Inclusions and Exclusions:

Tour Includes:

Ground transportation in a safari vehicle.
Park entry fees
Guided game drive
Lunch at Rwakobo Rock Lodge
Services of a professional safari guide

Tour Excludes:

Drinks and personal expenses
Tips and gratuities

This Itinerary is ideal for:

Short wildlife safaris
First-time safari travelers
Weekend and day-trip travelers
Nature and photography enthusiasts

Licensed, Guided & Responsible Tourism: This safari is conducted in accordance with Uganda Wildlife Authority regulations. All game drives are guided by trained professionals to ensure visitor safety, wildlife protection, and responsible tourism practices.

Conservation & Sustainability: Lake Mburo National Park is an important conservation area supporting savannah ecosystems and wildlife protection. By visiting the park, you contribute directly to conservation efforts and community-based tourism initiatives.