🇺🇬 Uganda Savannah Big 5

Lake Mburo National Park

Uganda’s Zebra Sanctuary — Walking Safaris, Night Drives & Horseback Treks

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Protected Area 370 sq km (143 sq mi)
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Altitude Range 1,220m – 1,828m
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Accessibility 3.5–4 hrs drive from Kampala/Entebbe (Ideal stopover between Kampala & Bwindi)
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Climate Mild savannah climate, 17°C–28°C

About Lake Mburo National Park

Lake Mburo National Park is a compact jewel of acacia woodland, sculptured rolling hills, and 14 interconnected lakes located just 4 hours from Entebbe. As Uganda’s only park with wild plains zebras, impalas, and elands in the south, Lake Mburo allows rare adventures not possible in other parks: guided walking safaris on foot, mountain biking among giraffes, and nocturnal spotlight drives.

Key Wildlife Species to Encounter

Lake Mburo National Park boasts extraordinary biodiversity and unique habitat corridors. Top species include:

🐾 Burchell's Zebras
🐾 Rothschild Giraffes
🐾 Impalas & Elands
🐾 Leopards
🐾 Hippos & African Finfoot
🐾 350+ Bird Species

🌤️ Best Time to Visit

Year-round; exceptionally pleasant dry months from June–August and December–February.

🎟️ Permits & Park Access

Park Entry: $40 USD per 24 hours. Walking safari fee: $15 USD.

*Valverde Safaris secures all required wildlife and gorilla permits directly on your behalf.

Signature Experiences & Activities

  • Ranger-Guided Bush Walking Safari
  • Horseback Wildlife Safaris (Mihingo Lodge)
  • Lake Mburo Boat Cruise
  • Nocturnal Spotlight Game Drives (Leopards)
  • Mountain Biking through Savannah Trails

Frequently Asked Questions — Lake Mburo National Park

Yes! Lake Mburo has no resident elephant or lion populations, making it exceptionally safe for guided walks led by armed Uganda Wildlife Authority rangers.