Attractions to See at the Park
Here are the main things to see at Lake Mburo National Park, presented clearly and simply. The park is small but very rich in wildlife, scenery, and birdlife.
Wildlife to See
Lake Mburo is especially known for plains animals that are easy to spot:
Zebras – the most common and iconic animals in the park
Impalas – Lake Mburo is the only park in Uganda where they occur
Elands – Africa’s largest antelope
Buffaloes – often seen grazing or near water
Topi – fast-running antelopes found in open grasslands
Waterbucks – usually near lakes and wetlands
Bushbucks and duikers – smaller antelopes, often shy
Warthogs – common along roads and grasslands
Predators & Nocturnal Animals
Leopards – present but mostly seen at night
Spotted hyenas – often heard at night
Side-striped jackals
Bushbabies and genets (night sightings)
Special Species
Rothschild’s giraffes – reintroduced and now well established
Burchell’s zebra – large herds roam the park
Uganda kob – occasionally seen in some areas
Water Animals
Hippopotamuses – common in Lake Mburo and nearby lakes
Nile crocodiles – seen along lake shores
Fish species such as tilapia and catfish
Birds (Over 300 Species)
Lake Mburo is one of Uganda’s best birding parks, especially for savannah and wetland birds.
Common and notable birds include:
African fish eagle
Crested crane (Uganda’s national bird)
Malachite and pied kingfishers
African finfoot (rare and special)
Shoebill (occasionally in nearby wetlands)
Black-bellied bustard
Pelicans, herons, egrets, and cormorants
Best birding areas: lakeshores, swamps, and Rubanga Forest.
Landscapes & Natural Features
Rolling savannah grasslands dotted with acacia trees
Lake Mburo – the largest of five lakes in the park
Wetlands and papyrus swamps
Rubanga Forest – a compact forest ideal for birdwatching
Rocky hills and scenic viewpoints
Scenic Spots to See
Kazuma Lookout – panoramic views of lakes, hills, and wildlife
Salt licks – natural mineral sites that attract many animals
Lake shores – great for photography and sunset views
Unique Sights & Experiences
Wildlife seen on foot during walking safaris
Animals viewed from boats on Lake Mburo
Wildlife encountered during horseback or cycling safaris (unique in Uganda)
Cultural Sights (Around the Park)
Ankole cattle with long horns
Pastoral communities of the Bahima people
Traditional homesteads and cattle grazing landscapes
About Us
We are situated ideally a few kilometers off Kampala offering amazing Wildlife Safaris to all travelers
on safari Holiday as they watch Uganda’s wildlife animals as they wander around their natural vegetation habitat.
Places to Visit
Murchison Falls National Park
Bwindi Forest National Park
Mgahinga Gorilla National Park
Queen Elizabeth National Park
Kibale Forest National Park
Contact Us
Address: After Mbarara Town Uganda
Contact No: +256-760-929-284
Email Us: info@lakemburonationalpark.com