5 Days Lake Mburo & Queen Elizabeth Safari
The 5 Days Lake Mburo & Queen Elizabeth safari is one of uganda’s most rewarding wildlife advenrures. This safari combines the stunnning savannah landscapes of Lake Mburo National Park with the diverse ecosysytems of Queen Elizabeth National Park.
Visitors enjoy exciting game drives, a relaxing boat cruise, incredible bird watching opportunities, and encounters with some of Africa’s most iconic wildlife species including zebras, giraffes, buffaloes, elephants, lions, hippos, crocodiles, and numerous antelope species.
This safari is ideal for families, couples, photographers, birders, and first-time visitors to Uganda.
Safari Highlights
Game drives in Lake Mburo National Park
Boat cruise on Lake Mburo
Wildlife viewing in Queen Elizabeth National Park
Kazinga Channel boat safari
Excellent bird watching opportunities
Scenic landscapes and crater lakes
Opportunities to spot lions, elephants, buffaloes, hippos, zebras, giraffes, and more
Day 1: Transfer from Kampala to Lake Mburo National Park
Your safari begins with an early morning departure from Kampala.
The journey takes you through Uganda’s beautiful countryside with a stop at the Equator crossing for photographs and refreshments.
Continue to Lake Mburo National Park and arrive in time for lunch.
In the afternoon, enjoy your first game drive where you may encounter zebras, impalas, elands, buffaloes, warthogs, and numerous bird species.
Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight.
Day 2: Morning Game Drive and Boat Cruise
Wake up early for a sunrise game drive.
Morning hours provide the best wildlife viewing opportunities as animals are most active.
After breakfast and relaxation, head to Lake Mburo for an afternoon boat cruise.
The cruise offers excellent views of hippos, crocodiles, fish eagles, kingfishers, and many other water birds.
Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight
Day 3: Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park
After breakfast, depart Lake Mburo National Park and proceed toward Queen Elizabeth National Park.
The drive passes through rolling hills, local communities, tea plantations, and scenic countryside.
Arrive in the park in the afternoon.
Depending on arrival time, enjoy an evening game drive before checking into your lodge.
Dinner and overnight.
Day 4: Game Drive and Kazinga Channel Boat Cruise
Begin the day with an early morning game drive in the Kasenyi Plains.
The area is famous for large herds of Uganda kob, buffaloes, elephants, and predators such as lions.
After lunch, embark on a boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel.
This natural waterway connects Lake Edward and Lake George and is renowned for having one of Africa’s highest concentrations of hippos.
Wildlife frequently observed includes hippos, crocodiles, elephants, buffaloes, and a wide variety of birds.
Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight.
Day 5: Morning Game Drive and Return to Kampala
After breakfast, enjoy a final game drive as you search for wildlife you may have missed earlier.
Thereafter, begin the journey back to Kampala.
Enjoy lunch en route and arrive in Kampala in the evening, marking the end of your unforgettable safari experience.
Accommodation Options
Luxury Lodges
Mihingo Lodge
Mweya Safari Lodge
Elephant Plains Lodge
Midrange Lodges
Rwakobo Rock
Buffalo Safari Lodge
Twin Lakes Safari Lodge
Budget Lodges
Eagles Nest
Tembo Safari Lodge
Pumba Safari Cottages
Price Includes
- Park entrance fees
- Professional safari guide
- Transportation in a 4×4 safari vehicle
- Accommodation
- Meals as specified
- Boat cruises
- Game drives
- Bottled drinking water
Price Excludes
- International flights
- Uganda visa fees
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses
- Laundry services
- Tips and gratuities
What to Pack
- Comfortable safari clothing
- Walking shoes
- Hat and sunglasses
- Sunscreen
- Binoculars
- Camera
- Insect repellent
- Personal medication
Best Time to Visit
The best time to undertake this safari is during Uganda’s dry seasons from June to September and December to February when wildlife viewing is at its best.