Lake Mburo National Park

Lake Mburo is the smallest of Uganda’s savannah parks, known for zebras, giraffes and antelope, and within a few hours of Kampala.

A zebra on the African savannah
Best time to visitDrier months are usually the most comfortable

About Lake Mburo National Park

Lake Mburo National Park in south-western Uganda is the smallest of the country’s savannah national parks. It is known for Burchell’s zebras, giraffes and several kinds of antelope, which makes it a good introduction to Uganda’s wildlife.

Things to do in Lake Mburo

  • Go on a game drive to look for zebras, giraffes and antelope
  • Take photographs of the savannah wildlife

Best time to visit Lake Mburo

The drier months, roughly June to September and December to February, are usually the most comfortable. See our best time to visit Uganda guide.

Getting to Lake Mburo from Kampala

The Uganda Wildlife Authority gives the road journey from Kampala as about 228 kilometres, or roughly three and a half hours. That makes it one of the easier parks to reach from the capital.

Visit Lake Mburo with E.V.A Safaris

Lake Mburo is one of the ten parks on our national parks tour from USD 300 per person, with a driver guide, transport, airport pick-up and park entrance fees. Compare the parks in our guide to all ten.

Highlights

  • Zebras, giraffes and antelope
  • About 3.5 hours by road from Kampala
  • Driver guide on our national parks tour

Lake Mburo National Park: frequently asked questions

How far is Lake Mburo from Kampala?

The Uganda Wildlife Authority gives about 228 kilometres by road, roughly three and a half hours.

What wildlife can I see at Lake Mburo?

The park is known for Burchell’s zebras, giraffes and various antelope.

Can I include Lake Mburo on your national parks tour?

Yes. Lake Mburo is one of the ten parks you can choose. Tell us your dates and group size and we will quote the trip.

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