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1 Day Lake Mburo National Park Short Safari from Kampala

About this experience

This 1 day safari will take you to Lake Mburo National park which is among Uganda’s smallest National Parks; the park has variety of wildlife species including the Impalas, topis, oribis, the defassa water buck, bush bucks, the common duikers, zebras, bofor reed buck, giraffes, kobs, antelopes, birds and many more. This national park was gazetted in 1933 as a protected hunting ground and up graded into a national park in 1983 to encourage the conservation of both vegetation as well as wildlife. Being a home to 5 lakes, these lakes act as habitats to many animal species especially the crocodiles and hippos and other animals are always found at the shores as well as birds. The Savannah lake also has two primate species including; the olive monkey and the vervet monkey. The Hyenas are sometimes spotted during the night as well as the leopard and the side stripped jackal.

At a glance

  • Duration: 5 hr
  • Private experience

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1 Day Lake Mburo National Park Short Safari from Kampala
Pickup included

Plan your experience

Time on the tour5 hr
Getting therePickup offeredSee pickup details
Guide languagesEnglish (live guide)
Tour arrangementPrivate experience

Set aside 5 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.

Before you go

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What is included

  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Lunch
  • Air-conditioned vehicle

Not included

  • Alcoholic Beverages

Itinerary and highlights

This 1 day safari will take you to Lake Mburo National park which is among Uganda’s smallest National Parks; the park has variety of wildlife species including the Impalas, topis, oribis, the defassa water buck, bush bucks, the common duikers, zebras, bofor reed buck, giraffes, kobs, antelopes, birds and many more. This national park was gazetted in 1933 as a protected hunting ground and up graded into a national park in 1983 to encourage the conservation of both vegetation as well as wildlife. Being a home to 5 lakes, these lakes act as habitats to many animal species especially the crocodiles and hippos and other animals are always found at the shores as well as birds. The Savannah lake also has two primate species including; the olive monkey and the vervet monkey. The Hyenas are sometimes spotted during the night as well as the leopard and the side stripped jackal.

Languages and tickets

  • English — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Gorilla Tour Booking Safaris

Accessibility and practical details

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 5 hr.
Which guide languages are listed?
English (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Child tickets: age 6–11; Youth tickets: age 12–17; Adult tickets: age 18+; Senior tickets: age 61+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What accessibility information is provided?
Wheelchair accessible
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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