Frequently Asked Questions About Lake Mburo National Park : Lake Mburo National Park is one the 10 national parks in Uganda and also one of the savannah parks in Uganda. Though it receives a considerable number of guests a year, there is information not known about this park that people keep asking always; so here below are some questions and answers about this park.
- Which district is Lake Mburo National Park situated in?
The park is situated in western Uganda in Kiruhura district off Mbarara- Masaka Road, 240 kilometres from kampala, Uganda’s capital.
- What is the size of Lake Mburo National Park?
Lake Mburo National Park is roughly 260 square kilometers (100 square miles) in size
- What is the main attraction in Lake Mburo National Park?
The park is named Lake Mburo after the lake in the park. This means the lake is the main attraction in the park. That said the park is home to over 350 species of birds, over 50 mammal species, including impalas, zebras, buffaloes, and hippos with a diverse ecosystem of grasslands and woodlands to wetlands and lake shores.
- What are the main activities in the park?
The main activities in the park include but are not limited to: – Guided game drives offer to spot wildlife – impalas, zebras, and buffaloes, Boat rides on Lake Mburo to relax and spot hippos, crocodiles, plus the bird species, guided hikes and nature walks to explore the park’s diverse ecosystem, horseback riding to relax and enjoy the breeze of the park and birdwatching to see the over 350 species of birds in the park.
- Does Lake Mburo National Park have the big five animals?
No, it does have any of the big five animals but has over 50 mammal species.
- Are there any camping considerations in Lake Mburo National Park?
Yes, they are! But before you book any or go for any, please consult with your tour operator for the details of the camping facilities and arrangements.
- How many lakes are there in Lake Mburo National Park?
Only one lake, which is Lake Mburo, after which the park was named.
Frequently Asked Questions About Lake Mburo National Park What is the source of water for Lake Mburo?
The source of water for Lake Mburo is River Rwizi that originates from the Buhweju mountain area flowing into Lake Mburo and draining into Lake Victoria. Hence Lake Mburo is part of the Rwizi River catchment area.
Lake Mburo National Park is blessed with a tropical climate that is endurable all year round; it has two rainy seasons and two dry seasons. The park can be visited any time of the year but of course the dry seasons between June to August and December to February are the more favorable.
The shoulder season between April to May and September to November is good too, the weather is mild, and the park is not as crowded. The park is managed by the Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) manages, but you can make your booking through your tour operator. All park guests are required to follow the park’s rules and regulations for the wildlife conservation and your safety. Also, guests are advised to take necessary safety precautions, like wearing insect repellent and staying hydrated etc to enjoy their time in the park.
The park can be accessed by both air and road. For road, you have to move from kampala using the Mbarara masaka road and for air you have to get a chartered domestic flight from Kajjansi airstrip or Entebbe International Airport. A safari in this park takes about 1 to 4 days for you to fully enjoy everything there is in the park. But you can spend more time according to your preference and budget.
