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4 Day Lake Mburo and Lake Bunyonyi Safari

Explore Lake Mburo's grasslands and wildlife-lined shores, then continue into the highlands for a night beside Lake Bunyonyi.

Plan This Safari

4 Days / 3 Nights / Wildlife and Lakes / Private Safari

Burchell's zebras in Lake Mburo National Park
Lake Mburo / Savannah Wildlife
4 Days 3 Lodge Nights
2 Destinations Lake Mburo and Lake Bunyonyi
1 Boat Cruise Lake Mburo Wildlife Viewing
Private Safari Kampala or Entebbe Return
Your Journey at a Glance

From zebra country to the hills above Lake Bunyonyi.

Spend 2 nights near Lake Mburo, allowing a full wildlife day, then continue to Lake Bunyonyi for your final night.

01 / DAY 1

Travel to Lake Mburo

Leave Kampala or Entebbe and enjoy your first game-viewing drive.

02 / DAY 2

Wildlife and Water

A morning game drive and a boat cruise on Lake Mburo.

03 / DAY 3

Lake Bunyonyi

Travel into the highlands and settle into your lakeside stay.

04 / DAY 4

Return Journey

Leave early for the long drive to Kampala or Entebbe.

The Safari Experience

Watch the wildlife, then settle beside the lake.

Zebras graze beside acacia woodland, hippos surface near the boat and the road ahead climbs towards Lake Bunyonyi's cultivated hills. The journey combines a full day of wildlife viewing with a lakeside overnight in southwestern Uganda.

Your first 2 nights are spent near Lake Mburo National Park . Game drives explore the grassland and woodland, while the boat cruise brings the lakeshore into view. Your guide helps you look for mammals and birds across these different habitats.

Continue to Lake Bunyonyi on Day 3 and keep the remaining afternoon flexible. Rest beside the water or arrange an optional lake activity before travel. Canoeing and community experiences are quoted separately.

Couples, families and first-time safari visitors can enjoy the mix of game viewing and scenery. The final return is a long road day, so allow time for it. Travellers wanting to include gorilla trekking can compare our 4 day gorilla trekking and night safari or explore the wider Uganda safari collection .

Why Choose This Journey

Safari Highlights

01

Look for zebras, impalas, giraffes and other Lake Mburo wildlife.

02

Stay 2 nights near the park with a full day for wildlife activities.

03

Cruise Lake Mburo for hippos, crocodiles and waterbirds.

04

Travel through the terraced countryside of southwestern Uganda.

05

Spend your final night beside Lake Bunyonyi.

06

Enjoy private road travel with your BLS Safaris driver guide.

Zebras grazing in Lake Mburo National Park
Lake Mburo Wildlife
Grey crowned crane, Uganda's national bird
Birds of the Savannah and Wetlands
Boats beside Lake Bunyonyi beneath green cultivated hills
Lake Bunyonyi's Highland Setting
Your 4 Day Journey

Wildlife and lakes, day by day.

2 nights near Lake Mburo and 1 night beside Lake Bunyonyi, with private road transfers throughout.

01

Kampala or Entebbe to Lake Mburo National Park

Meet your BLS Safaris driver guide in the morning and leave for Lake Mburo. Travel west through roadside towns, farmland and grazing country, stopping for lunch along the route.

Allow around 4 to 5 hours, depending on your pickup point, traffic and stops. An Equator photo stop can be included when the day's timing allows.

Continue into Lake Mburo National Park for your first game-viewing drive. Look for zebras, impalas, warthogs and other animals along the tracks.

Transfer to Rwakobo Rock, the proposed lodge for your 2 nights near the park. Check in, relax and enjoy dinner.

Proposed Lodge, Rwakobo Rock Lunch and Dinner Afternoon Game Viewing
Arrive in Entebbe before the safari or share your flight details so the Day 1 transfer can be planned around your arrival.
02

Lake Mburo Game Drive and Boat Cruise

Begin with an early game drive while the temperatures are cooler. Explore open grassland, woodland and suitable wetland edges, taking time with the wildlife found along the route.

Watch for giraffes browsing, zebras grazing and antelopes moving between feeding areas. Keep binoculars close for birds perched in the acacias or feeding beside the tracks.

After lunch, head to the landing point for your scheduled Lake Mburo boat cruise. Look for hippos in the water, crocodiles along the shore and birds around the lake margins.

Follow your boat crew's instructions and wear the life jacket provided. Return to your lodge after the cruise for dinner and your second night.

Proposed Lodge, Rwakobo Rock Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Morning Game Drive Lake Mburo Boat Cruise
Guided walks, cycling and night game drives can be requested before booking. They require separate arrangements and are not included in this programme.
03

Lake Mburo to Lake Bunyonyi

Have breakfast, check out and continue southwest towards Kabale and Lake Bunyonyi. The scenery changes as the route climbs from cattle country into higher hills.

Allow around 4 to 5 hours of driving, with additional time for lunch and stops. Pass cultivated slopes, small settlements and winding highland roads.

Check into Bunyonyi Overland Resort, the proposed lakeside accommodation. Spend the remaining afternoon resting and enjoying the setting.

If you would like a canoe outing, boat trip or hosted community visit, let us know before travel. We can arrange an activity around your arrival time and include its cost in the quotation.

Proposed Stay, Bunyonyi Overland Resort Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Lakeside Afternoon
Lake Bunyonyi boating and community activities are optional extras. Your confirmed room type and meal plan are stated in the quotation.
04

Lake Bunyonyi to Kampala or Entebbe

Start early with breakfast, then check out for the return road journey. Leave Lake Bunyonyi's hills and travel through southwestern Uganda towards the central region.

Allow around 8 to 10 hours or more, depending on traffic, stops and the final drop-off. Have lunch along the route and take comfort breaks.

If the Equator stop was missed on Day 1, your driver can include it when time allows. Continue to your agreed hotel in Kampala or Entebbe.

Airport drop-off is possible when your flight time leaves a generous margin. An Entebbe overnight followed by a next-day flight leaves more room for road delays.

Breakfast and Lunch Kampala or Entebbe Drop-Off No Overnight Included
Share your onward flight details before booking. The final day is a long transfer and needs an early departure.
Your Safari, Clearly Explained

Safari Inclusions and Exclusions

What's Included

  • Private safari vehicle and fuel for the scheduled route.
  • English-speaking safari driver guide.
  • Kampala or Entebbe pickup and drop-off as agreed.
  • 2 nights near Lake Mburo National Park.
  • 1 night beside Lake Bunyonyi.
  • Meals as indicated in the itinerary and quotation.
  • Lake Mburo entry fees for the scheduled activities.
  • Game-viewing drives listed in the itinerary.
  • 1 scheduled boat cruise on Lake Mburo.
  • Bottled drinking water during road transfers and game drives.
  • Applicable taxes included in the confirmed quotation.

What's Not Included

  • International and domestic flights.
  • Uganda visa fees.
  • Travel and medical insurance.
  • Alcoholic and premium drinks.
  • Tips for guides, boat crews and lodge staff.
  • Optional guided walks, cycling and night game drives.
  • Lake Bunyonyi canoeing and boat trips.
  • Optional cultural and community visits.
  • Laundry, souvenirs and other personal expenses.
  • Accommodation before or after the safari.
  • Services outside the confirmed quotation.
Before You Travel

Frequently Asked Questions

Answers about the route, wildlife, boat cruise and optional lake activities.

1. How are the 3 nights divided?
Spend 2 nights near Lake Mburo and 1 night at Lake Bunyonyi. Rwakobo Rock and Bunyonyi Overland Resort are proposed choices. Your quotation confirms availability, room type and the final accommodation.
2. What wildlife can we see in Lake Mburo?
Look for zebras, impalas, giraffes, buffaloes, warthogs and other antelopes. The boat trip adds opportunities for hippos, crocodiles and waterbirds. Sightings depend on conditions and animal movements.
3. Which boat trip is included?
The scheduled Lake Mburo cruise on Day 2 is included. Lake Bunyonyi boating and canoeing are optional extras. Ask before booking if you want either added to your quotation.
4. Are nature walks and cultural visits included?
They are optional in this version. Guided park walks need separate arrangements, while community visits are planned with local hosts. We can adjust the programme around your interests before booking.
5. Is this safari suitable for families?
The mix of vehicle game viewing, a boat cruise and lodge time can suit families. Share children's ages and room needs before booking. Families should also be comfortable with the long return drive.
6. Does the safari include gorilla trekking?
No. It focuses on Lake Mburo wildlife and Lake Bunyonyi. To add a gorilla trek, compare our 4 day gorilla trekking and night safari , which has a different route and permit arrangements.
7. What should I pack?
Bring light clothing, a sun hat, sunscreen, binoculars and a camera. Add a warm layer for early drives and the Lake Bunyonyi evening. Carry rain protection and closed shoes for moving around lodges and landing points.
8. Can I fly out of Entebbe on Day 4?
The return journey can take around 8 to 10 hours or more. Send your flight details before booking for a timing review. An Entebbe overnight and next-day flight leave more room for traffic and road delays.
Your Uganda Safari Starts Here

Explore the grasslands. Stay beside the lake.

Share your dates, group size and preferred accommodation. BLS Safaris will arrange your Lake Mburo activities, lodge nights and private road journey.

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