5 Days Queen Elizabeth and Lake Mburo National Parks Safari

Your 5 Days Queen Elizabeth and Lake Mburo National Parks Safari begins with pickup from your hotel in Entebbe or Kampala. If you are arriving at Entebbe International Airport, pickup can be arranged according to your arrival time.

Meet your professional safari driver-guide, receive a briefing about your journey and begin the drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park in western Uganda.

Travel through towns, villages, farms and scenic countryside. Depending on your route and traffic conditions, you may enjoy views of cultivated hills and the distant Rwenzori Mountains.

Scenic Journey Through Western Uganda

Make a lunch stop along the way before continuing toward the park. Your guide will introduce you to Uganda's landscapes, culture and wildlife conservation as you travel.

Arrive in the Queen Elizabeth National Park area in the afternoon and check in at your lodge.

If time, daylight and park access allow, you may arrange a short introductory game drive at an additional cost if it is not included in your quotation. Otherwise, relax at your lodge and enjoy the surroundings.

Dinner will be served at your accommodation as you prepare for the following day's wildlife activities.

Overnight: Queen Elizabeth National Park area
Meals: Lunch and Dinner

Wake up early and enjoy breakfast before heading out for a morning game drive in Queen Elizabeth National Park.

The early hours are a good time to explore the savannah when temperatures are cooler and many animals are active.

Morning Game Drive in Queen Elizabeth National Park

Drive through the park's wildlife-viewing areas with your experienced guide. Depending on the route, season and wildlife movements, you may encounter:

• African elephants
• African buffaloes
• Uganda kob
• Waterbucks
• Warthogs
• Hyenas
• Lions
• Leopards, with luck
• A variety of savannah birds

Your guide will help you identify different species, explain their behavior and look for suitable photography opportunities.

The Kasenyi Plains are well known for savannah wildlife and are often included in game-drive itineraries, depending on your lodge location and park conditions.

Return to your lodge for lunch or refreshments before the afternoon activity.

Afternoon Boat Cruise on the Kazinga Channel

Later, proceed to the launch point for a Kazinga Channel boat cruise.

The channel connects Lake George and Lake Edward and attracts large numbers of hippos, Nile crocodiles and waterbirds. Elephants, buffaloes and other animals may also come to the shoreline to drink.

During the cruise, look out for:

• Hippos resting and surfacing in the water
• Nile crocodiles along the banks
• Elephants visiting the channel
• Buffaloes near the shoreline
• African fish eagles
• Kingfishers, storks and other waterbirds

The boat cruise offers a different perspective on Queen Elizabeth National Park and excellent opportunities for wildlife photography from the water.

After the cruise, return to your lodge and enjoy dinner. If you prefer, an optional evening game drive may be arranged if time, park regulations and your package allow.

Overnight: Queen Elizabeth National Park area
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Enjoy breakfast at your lodge before checking out and beginning the journey to Lake Mburo National Park.

This transfer takes you through western Uganda's countryside, passing villages, agricultural land and small towns. Your guide will arrange a lunch stop along the route.

Scenic Transfer to Lake Mburo

As you travel toward southwestern Uganda, enjoy the changing landscapes and learn about the communities and farming activities found in the region.

Depending on the route, traffic and time available, your guide may arrange a brief stop for photographs or refreshments.

Arrive in the Lake Mburo area in the afternoon and check in at your lodge.

Optional Afternoon Wildlife Activity

If you arrive with enough time, you may choose an optional activity, subject to availability and any additional charges:

• Afternoon game drive: Search for zebras, impalas, giraffes, buffaloes and other wildlife.
• Lake Mburo boat cruise: Look for hippos, crocodiles and waterbirds along the lake.
• Relaxation at the lodge: Enjoy the peaceful setting and views of the surrounding landscape.

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Return to your lodge for dinner and relaxation.

Overnight: Lake Mburo National Park area
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Wake up early and enjoy breakfast before setting out to explore Lake Mburo National Park.

This park is particularly rewarding for visitors interested in zebras, impalas, giraffes and a variety of antelope species.

Morning Game Drive in Lake Mburo National Park

Enter the park with your safari guide and explore suitable tracks through open savannah, acacia woodland and other habitats.

Possible wildlife sightings include:

• Plains zebras
• Impalas
• African buffaloes
• Giraffes
• Elands
• Topis
• Warthogs
• Waterbucks
• Hippos in suitable habitats
• A variety of birds

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Your guide will explain the wildlife and ecosystems you encounter along the way.

Return to the lodge for lunch or a short rest.

Afternoon Activity: Choose Your Experience

Spend the afternoon enjoying one of Lake Mburo's optional experiences, depending on your interests and the availability of qualified guides.

Option 1: Boat Cruise on Lake Mburo

Take a guided boat trip to explore the lake and its shoreline. Watch for hippos in the water, crocodiles along the banks and birds feeding around the wetlands.

Option 2: Guided Nature Walk

Explore the park on foot with an authorized ranger or guide, following the designated route and safety instructions. A walking safari offers a different perspective on smaller wildlife, plants, tracks and the surrounding ecosystem.

Option 3: Relax at Your Lodge

If you prefer a slower afternoon, enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of your accommodation and the natural scenery around Lake Mburo.

Optional activities should be confirmed in advance, and any extra fees should be stated in your safari quotation.

Return to your lodge for dinner and your final overnight stay in the park area.

Overnight: Lake Mburo National Park area
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Enjoy breakfast at your lodge and check out

Begin the drive back toward Entebbe, passing through southwestern and central Uganda.

Enjoy the countryside views and arrange a lunch stop along the way. Depending on your chosen route and available time, you may make a brief stop at the Equator crossing for photographs and refreshments.

Continue to Entebbe, where your guide will drop you at your hotel or Entebbe International Airport.

Because driving times depend on road conditions, traffic and stops, we recommend allowing a comfortable margin before any international flight. If your flight is early, consider spending an additional night in Entebbe.

Your 5 Days Queen Elizabeth and Lake Mburo National Parks Safari ends with wonderful memories of Uganda's wildlife, lakes and countryside.

Meals: Breakfast and Lunch