Camping in Lake Mburo National Park is quietly different from staying in safari lodges because it gives a unique wild experience when you camp in Uganda. Lake Mburo National Park is best for visitors interested in wildlife photography, so the longer you stay the more chance of getting the ultimate and memorable photos.
Camping in Lake Mburo National Park is managed by Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA). There are 3 campsites, but the best option is the attractive lakeside camp that is approximately 1.3 kilometres from the park headquarters.
Due to its strategic location, the campsite has attracted many people to make use of it. The camping site also has a scenic Lakeside restaurant where people can have lunch. Nature walks are a highly welcome activity at lakeside camp and visitors who intend to do guided nature walking safaris are usually conducted along with the ranger guide.
From Rwonyo, the park center, guided nature walks take you to the salt-licking areas in Lake Mburo, presumably the candy place for numerous wildlife. A nature walk in Rubanga Forest is another fascinating walk that takes you through the thick forest, so it’s suitable for travelers who have an interest in birding and nature.
Lake Mburo National Park campsite and kingfisher campsite are more rustic and mindful of encounters with wildlife, in particular, hippos at the park.
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Mantana Tented Camp has a stunning view of the lake which makes you refreshed with your eyes bubbled by the great view of hippos and crocodiles on the shores. You will have fun in the pure blue waters of Lake Mburo.
The most enjoyable activity around Mantana Tented Camp is a boat cruise on Lake Mburo, which gives you a chance to see crocodiles and hippos at a closer distance. You will also see such animals as antelopes, buffaloes, and zebras. Don’t miss out on numerous water bird species such as the malachite kingfishers, African Fish eagles, blue-headed weavers, and the rare shoebill stork, as well as the cormorants.
The grounds of Lake Mburo National Park are also haunted by Rwonyo Rest Camp, which campsite is operated by UWA. Rwonyo Rest Camp has got a good number of tents on its premises to favor your camping experience as well as Bandas which are cabins. It has got basic accommodation, but still, while at Rwonyo, you can experience a tented camp without the added price.
Leopard Rest Camp is also one of the popular camping sites in the park. It has a good location overall and has a good sight position for watching wildlife in the park. So you will get to see animals grazing while others resting.
Lake Mburo Luxury Tented Camp is found inside the park and it is most suitable for all travelers, including those on a budget. Lake Mburo Luxury Tented Camp has a unique style along with experience in carrying out camping activities. The camp has got a sense of class because it keeps you in harmony with nature, without leaving.
Activities to Enjoy While Camping
Due to the amazing environment of the park, camping in Lake Mburo National Park is one of the activities that we could recommend to visitors who are interested in game viewing. The park is endowed with several wildlife among which you may lay your eyes during the day or night.
Game viewing is the best way to fully explore Lake Mburo National Park because it gives you a unique opportunity for seeing a variety of wildlife species. These include impalas, zebras, antelopes, buffaloes, giraffes, topis, warthogs, and waterbucks. You can also opt for a night game drive to see nocturnal animals like the leopard, bush babies, hyenas, and pottos among others.
Visitors can also take their own camping tent and gear to the Lake Mburo National Park and still have a great time. Many existing camping sites can simply guarantee an awesome experience in terms of scenery alone.
Bird watching is a very interesting activity around this area. With more than 350 bird species, the park has been made a remarkable bird watchers’ paradise because this can be conducted in different areas of the park. For bird enthusiasts, the notable birds for you include the crested francolin, red-necked spurfowl, brown parrot, bare-faced go-away bird, and broad-billed roller.
Taking part in a bicycle riding tour is a unique way of adventuring the wild animals in Lake Mburo National Park and is a great experience you receive while on your camping safari. A bicycle tour gives you a chance to see wild animals at a close distance. You can also decide to use a mountain bike because of the terrain of the park, which is so diverse in nature and thus provides a memorable experience.
Other Places to Enjoy Camping Safaris in Uganda
Uganda has a favorable climate that has enabled camping to take place effectively without any inconveniences. The good climate of Uganda has also favored camping in Semuliki National Park and different activities. So. don’t miss gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, and chimpanzee trekking in Kibale National Park.
Visitors also like to visit Queen Elizabeth National Park, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, and Mgahinga National Park for golden monkey trekking while on their safari in Lake Mburo National Park.