Boat Cruise in Lake Mburo National Park

Explore Uganda for a boat cruise tour experience on the tranquil Lake Mburo in the western region of the country. Lake Mburo is found in the 370 square kilometers of Lake Mburo National Park. Which is the smallest savannah national park in Uganda. Lake Mburo National Park is located just 228 kilometers on the road from Kampala the capital city of Uganda. Hence making it the nearest park for those seeking for exciting tour experiences within a fixed schedule.

Boat cruises on Lake Mburo are experienced on the eastern showers and commence from the Rwonyo jetty. Visitors can enjoy a boat cruise on Lake Mburo twice per day with the first shift starting at 8 am and the second at 2 pm. Each shift lasts for 2 hours and offers a chance to spot various water birds and large animals like crocodiles, hippos, buffalos, waterbucks, and others. During a boat cruise, a visitor has a unique opportunity to view the lovely park landscape to take excellent photos. The boat cruise also offers the perfect opportunity for a visitor to relax after a game drive or any other activity. Some of these activities that can be done in addition to a boat cruise include the following.

Guided nature walk

This is an amazing activity that can be added to your boat cruise tour for a great opportunity to get close to the park’s wild animals on foot. You will be accompanied by an armed ranger as you follow specific trails including the Rubanga forest trail. Wildlife species to encounter while on a guided nature walk include zebra, antelope, and plenty of bird species.

Horseback riding safari

A horse ride is an excellent and unique way of experiencing the wilderness of Lake Mburo National Park on horseback. This 4-hour experience also offers unique opportunities to view the picturesque ecosystems. These include savannah grassland and woodland, birdlife, flora, and wild animals in addition to your boat cruise tour.

Birdwatching tours

In a national park that has over 300 bird species, it can be a huge compliment for a visitor enjoying a boat cruise in Lake Mburo National Park. There are numerous resident and migrant species. These include the renowned shoebill, the red-faced barbet, and the black-bellied bustard among others.

Game drives

A game drive is an exciting activity that can be done either in the daytime or at nighttime. It is a guided tour that provides opportunities to encounter some of the most iconic wildlife species of Uganda. With at least 68 wild animal species, you have an opportunity to spot the zebra, giraffe, buffalo, impala, topi, waterbuck, and others. Game drives can be done before or after a boat cruise and are best experienced in a 4X4 safari vehicle.

Cycling

You can participate in this adrenaline-inducing riding adventure through the savannah grassland and the neighboring communities. This tour experience offers various opportunities in addition to the boat cruise. This includes cultural encounters, birding, wildlife viewing, landscape viewing, and others.

Cost of the Boat Cruise in Lake Mburo National Park

For a visitor to enjoy the boat cruise on Lake Mburo, you need to pay for this unique tour experience. The boat cruise will cost USD 30 for a foreign non-resident, USD 25 for a foreign resident, USD 20 for a person from the rest of Africa, and UGX 30,000 for citizens from the East African Community.

Best time to visit Lake Mburo National Park for a Boat Cruise

Come to Lake Mburo National Park for a boat cruise safari at any time of the year even during a public holiday. The dry season is an ideal period if you are seeking uninterrupted boat cruise experiences. This is because the dry season offers dry weather conditions with minimal chances of rainfall during the day. In Lake Mburo National Park, the dry season is typically experienced twice December to February and June to August. Additionally, Lake Mburo is among the few sources of water for the park’s wildlife during the dry season. Therefore, they will be gathered on the lake showers to be spotted by a visitor on a boat cruise.

How to Reach Lake Mburo National Park on Road?

Lake Mburo National Park is about 228 kilometers by road from Kampala via Masaka. The journey is a scenic one that takes 4-5 hours depending on the traffic and road conditions. The park is also located very close to the main road. Standard Safaris is the best tour company to book your transportation options with. We have the best safari vehicles suited for the rugged terrain of Lake Mburo National Park. Besides offering the most comfortable transportation services, Standard Safaris provides a professional driver guide who will spice up the trip. He will offer you great insight into the things you will encounter during your safari in Lake Mburo National Park.

What to Pack

Light clothes of long-sleeved shirt and a pair of trousers
Raincoat to cater for the erratic rainfall
Hat that shades your head from excessive sunlight
Sunglasses
Sunscreen
Camera
Binoculars
Basic first aid box
Insect repellent for the mosquitoes and other biting insects
Drinking water and energy snacks

Sándor Jakubinyi

14:31 22 Feb 24

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12:45 21 Feb 24

We went on a two-week trip with my family, organised by Coleb from Standard Safaris.

I had my concerns about organised trips, but this one didn’t justify any of those. Everything went very smoothly, even when some problems arose with one of the cars it got fixed by next morning, the accomodations were clean and comfortable, the programs were exciting and well-balanced - everything was done to a truly high standard.

If you plan to visit Uganda and are looking for a guide, I warmly recommend Coleb and his team. In case you have a choice of drivers, go for Godwin, his presence made this trip even more enjoyable - cheerful, helpful, good sense of humour, generally a great person. Just look for the guy with a big smile and big heart:)

Bert Simoens

09:38 08 Jan 24

We recently embarked on a safari adventure with Standard Safaris in Uganda, which was truly exceptional. Our guide, Yonah, was outstanding - his kindness, knowledge, and discretion significantly enhanced our experience. He was the heart of our trip.

The local company's planning was offering a tailor-made journey that matched our interests. We saw an array of wildlife in Murchison, enjoyed rafting at Jinja, and experienced mountain biking at Sipi. A visit to Kidepo National Park was a highlight and comes highly recommended.

The vehicle provided was comfortable and reliable. We highly recommend Standard Safaris for anyone seeking an unforgettable safari in Uganda. Their professionalism and the exceptional guidance of staff like Yonah make them an great choice.

Michał Kostrzewa

00:41 15 Nov 23

We are all extremely grateful Standard Safaris for an incredible East Africa experience. I recently booked a custom trip for group of 8 people, including an 8-year-old boy, from Kampala through Queen Elizabeth National Park and on to Rwanda and Burundi. Coleb delivered on everything that was discussed and agreed upon beforehand.

The car provided was in great condition and our driver Meddy went above and beyond to make sure we were comfortable, informed, and had the best possible time. He was friendly, knowledgeable, and professional. All local services were inlcuded in (reasonable) price that we agreed, so there was no need to worry about payments during the 6 day trip. Also Standard Safaris agreed took care about safety and security by helping us organize armed ranger while in the park.

The whole trip was hassle-free and smooth. We saw amazing wildlife in Queen Elizabeth NP, took in the sights of Rwanda and Burundi, and made lifelong memories.

I would happily book with Standard Safaris again in a heartbeat and recommend them wholeheartedly to anyone looking for the best East Africa trip. They provide top-notch service while ensuring you have an incredible, customized experience. If you want a hassle-free, flawlessly organized African adventure, Standard Safaris is the tour operator to book with.

Ivan Nammanda

18:31 27 Oct 23

Very organized travel operator who chose awesome guide to make our trip wonderful.

We booked a nine days trip with Standard Safaris and all was perfect from start to finish. Coleb was very prompt at replying and easy to liaise with ahead of the trip. We had done a lot of research and had an itinerary in mind and Coleb helped us to put everything together to make this happen for a very reasonable price.  On the trip we had a private vehicle for the whole tour which was exactly what we wanted. Bryan was our driver and an amazing guide - really friendly and knowledgable, working hard to find the things that we wanted to see and quickly understanding what was of interest to us/how much information to give.

Would highly recommend a trip to Uganda with Standard Safaris. We are definitely coming back soon!

MUGAIGA KENNETH

18:01 27 Oct 23

The company has very courteous tour guides with wide knowledge of fauna and frola in the whole of East Africa.
The choice of safari Lodges is good with first class treatment.
Game drive security is assured.
Almost The whole of September I was traversing through DRC, Uganda,and Rwanda on a gorilla tour and wildlife expedition.
Everything was arranged and booked perfectly by Standard Safaris.
The owner, Coleb was always helpful whenever we needed to ask questions about this gorilla safari in Uganda and beyond.
It was a complex expedition but Standard safaris and Coleb made it look amazingly easy.
I’ll recommend Standard safaris 200%, for all gorilla safaris in Uganda, Rwanda and wildlife tours in east africa.

travel uganda

16:35 27 Oct 23

This is so far the best gorilla trekking company in Uganda, and africa, by far. I had a wonderful time with Standard Safaris as a solo traveler.
My guide was excellent and our safari planner, Coleb was quick with responses and the prices were very friendly.
I’ll definitely book with Standard safaris on my next gorilla tour in Rwanda and Uganda.

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