Lake Mburo is named after a local legend of two brothers, Kigarama and Mburo. When floods filled the valley, it formed the lake that drowned Mburo. The area was gazetted in 1933 and became a national park in 1983, now famous for zebras, impalas, and rich birdlife.
06:00 – 07:00 AM – Pick-up from Kampala or Entebbe and drive to Lake Mburo.
08:30 – 09:30 AM – Equator Stop
Take memorable photos at the Equator.
Try the Coriolis experiment.
Tea/coffee break.
10:30 – 12:00 PM – Igongo Cultural Centre, Mbarara
Discover Banyankole history, culture, and traditions.
Option for an early lunch at Kajooga Restaurant.
12:30 – 03:30 PM – Continue to Lake Mburo National Park.
04:00 – 06:00 PM – Evening Game Drive / Donkey Safari
Guided exploration of the park.
Spot zebras, giraffes, buffaloes, impalas, and warthogs.
06:30 – 07:00 PM – Check-in at lodge of choice:
Budget: Eagle’s Nest Lodge (safari tents, beautiful views).
Medium: Rwakobo Rock Lodge (eco-lodge, cottages with savannah views).
Luxury: Mihingo Lodge (luxury tented camp with infinity pool).
07:30 – 08:30 PM – Dinner and overnight stay.
06:00 – 06:30 AM – Breakfast at the lodge.
07:00 – 09:00 AM – Morning Biking Safari
Guided cycling adventure through wildlife areas.
Encounter zebras, elands, antelopes, and abundant bird species.
Optional nature walk.
09:30 – 11:00 AM – Optional Boat Ride on Lake Mburo
Spot hippos, crocodiles, and water birds.
11:00 – 12:00 PM – Return to lodge, freshen up, and check-out.
12:30 – 01:30 PM – Lunch at Igongo or packed lunch.
02:00 – 06:00 PM – Drive back to Kampala or Entebbe.
From $670 per person (for 2 pax and above)
Transport in a 4x4 safari vehicle
Professional driver-guide
Park entry fees and permits
Equator & Igongo visits
Donkey safari & biking safari
1-night accommodation (budget/medium/luxury option)
Meals (Day 1: Dinner; Day 2: Breakfast & Lunch)
Drinking water on safari
International flights
Visa fees
Personal expenses & tips
Extra drinks at lodges