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4 Day Lake Mburo Wildlife, Boat and Cultural Safari

Rob Verhoeven & Ale Magni

4 Day Lake Mburo Wildlife, Boat and Cultural Safari

Overview

Our 4 Day Lake Mburo Wildlife, Boat and Cultural Safari offers a perfect blend of nature and cultural experiences, starting and ending in Kampala. For those staying in Mbarara, our guide can meet you there to begin the same itinerary. Lake Mburo National Park has seen remarkable recovery from the wildlife-human conflicts of the 1970s and ’80s, which led to the extinction of key species like lions. Thanks to the dedicated efforts of the Uganda Wildlife Authority, animals such as lions and giraffes have been successfully reintroduced. This safari is ideal for travelers who wish to combine wildlife viewing, boat excursions, and cultural visits.

Summary of the 4 Day Lake Mburo Wildlife, Boat and Cultural Safari

Day 01: Drive to Lake Mburo National Park for a late afternoon game drive
Day 02: Morning game drive and afternoon boat cruise on the lake
Day 03: Visit Rwenjeru Community Campsite and Igongo Cultural Center
Day 04: Morning game drive/safari walk and transfer back to Kampala/Entebbe

Tour Summary

Destination: Uganda
Starting/Ending Point: This tour begins and ends in Entebbe (Uganda)
Places to Visit: Lake Mburo National Park
Activities: Game drives, boat cruises, walking safaris, and community visits
Transportation: Open-sided 4×4 vehicle and pop-up roof 4×4 vehicle
Inclusions: Airport (or hotel) transfers, accommodation, guided activities
Additional Options: Accommodation before and after the tour can be arranged at an extra cost

Things to Consider

Accommodation is included.
Small Group Safari: Maximum of 6 people per group.
The tour can depart on any day and is customizable.
Solo travelers are welcome to join.
Age Limit: 10 years and above.

TRIP ITINERARY

Tour Plan

Day 1

Pick up from the Hotel to Start Your 4-Day Lake Mburo Wildlife, Boat, and Cultural Safari

Your guide will pick you up, provide a briefing on the safari, and then drive you to Lake Mburo National Park. Along the way, you’ll pass through small towns on the Kampala-Mbarara road, stopping at the Equator for photos and to witness experiments that demonstrate this unique geographical location. You will also visit the Mpambire royal drum makers to see how local drums are crafted from trees and animal hides. Upon arrival at your lodge, enjoy lunch and prepare for a late afternoon game drive.

Meals: All meals included

Day 2

Morning Game Drive and Afternoon Boat Excursion

After breakfast, your guide will take you on a morning game drive or a safari walk, depending on your preference. Lake Mburo National Park, once heavily impacted by wildlife-human conflicts, has seen significant restoration efforts, leading to the reintroduction of species like lions (though rarely seen) and giraffes. The game drive will provide sightings of buffalo herds, zebras, impalas, and a variety of birds. After the drive, return to the lodge for lunch and relaxation. In the afternoon, you’ll embark on a boat cruise on the lake, where you’ll have the opportunity to observe hippos, crocodiles, and a variety of water birds, including the African fish eagle and the rare African finfoot. After the cruise, return to your lodge for dinner and overnight.

Meals: All meals included

Day 3

Visit Rwenjeru Community Campsite and Igongo Cultural Village

Following breakfast, you'll head southwest toward Mbarara to visit the Rwenjeru Community Campsite. Here, you will be welcomed by local cattle keepers who will introduce you to their daily activities, including cattle rearing, watering, and milking. You'll learn about the region's pastoral traditions and the famous Ankole long-horned cattle. After this cultural experience, you’ll proceed to Igongo Cultural Center for lunch, where traditional dishes are served. Following lunch, you'll tour the Igongo Museum to explore the ethnographic collections. After the cultural tour, return to your lodge for relaxation, dinner, and overnight.

Meals: All meals included

Day 4

Morning Game Drive/Safari Walk and Departure

On your final day, after breakfast, a Uganda Wildlife Authority ranger will guide you on a safari walk. This activity allows you to stretch your legs and experience wildlife up close on foot—an experience unique to Lake Mburo. After the walk, check out of your lodge and begin the journey back to Kampala, with lunch served en route, concluding your 4-day wildlife, boat, and cultural safari.

Meals: All meals included

INCLUDES & EXCLUDES

Includes

Airport transfers on the first and last day
Transport in a 4×4 safari vehicle
Services of an English-speaking driver/guide
Fuel for the entire trip
Accommodation and meal plan as per the itinerary
All Park entrance fees
Drinking water while in the vehicle

Excludes

Pre and post tour accommodation in Entebbe or Kampala
International airfares
Uganda Visa (USD50.00 which can be paid on arrival at the Airport

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GENERAL FAQs

General FAQs

Can I reschedule or cancel this trip?

Rescheduling: You can reschedule this trip as a private tour to any date within 12 months at no additional cost.
Booking Deposit: A 30% deposit of the total tour price is required to secure your booking. The remaining balance is due 45 days before the tour departure date. Bookings not secured with the appropriate deposit will be released.
Cancellation Policy:
- Cancel between 90 and 45 days before departure: 20% penalty of the tour price.
- Cancel within 45 days of departure or no show: 100% penalty of the tour price.

Availability and Accommodations

Reservations: Accommodation and activity availability is not guaranteed until reservations are confirmed with the final itinerary and deposit payment. If any quoted accommodations are unavailable, we reserve the right to substitute them with suitable alternatives, which may affect the final quoted price.

Insurance

Requirement: All clients must have medical and travel insurance to cover unforeseen circumstances.

Rates

Subject to Change: Tour rates are subject to change without notice. We will make every effort to maintain rates, but changes in government taxes or operating conditions may be passed on to clients.

Permit Cancellation Policy

Uganda Gorilla Permit Cancellation Policy

Guarantee: A Gorilla Permit is guaranteed only upon receipt of the deposit ($800 per person per trek) as it must be paid immediately to the Uganda Wildlife Authority.

Cancellation Fees

More than 90 days before tracking: 25% cancellation fee.
89 to 46 days before tracking: 50% cancellation fee.
45 to 9 days before tracking: 75% cancellation fee.
8 to 0 days before tracking: 100% cancellation fee.

Important Information

Age Requirement: The minimum age for gorilla tracking is 15 years.
Health: Visitors with flu or other airborne diseases will not be allowed into the rainforest jungle to see the gorillas.
Safety Protocols: Masks must be worn at all times, and a distance of 10 meters must be maintained between you and the gorillas.

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