National park
Lake Mburo National Park
Zebras, lakes and walking safaris close to Kampala
Location
Central-western Uganda, along the Kampala–Mbarara road
Size
Uganda's smallest savannah park (about 260 km²)
Lake Mburo is the closest savannah park to Kampala, which makes it perfect for short trips and as a break on longer journeys to the west. Its rolling hills, acacia woodland and five lakes are home to zebras, impala, eland, giraffes, leopards and rich birdlife.
Uniquely in Uganda, walking safaris and horseback rides are possible here — exploring on foot among zebras and impala is an experience few parks in Africa offer.
Wildlife
- Zebras
- Giraffes
- Impala
- Eland
- Leopards
- Buffalo
- Hippos
- Crocodiles
- Over 300 bird species
Activities
- Walking safaris
- Horseback safaris
- Game drives
- Boat trips on Lake Mburo
- Cycling
Getting there & best time
Only about 4 hours from Kampala on the Mbarara highway — the easiest park to reach in the country.
Best time: Year-round; June to September and December to February are driest.
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