LOCATION AND HABITAT

Lake Mburo national Park Uganda's fourth national park, which was gazetted in 1982, is situated between the towns of Masaka and Mbarara and is the only one to contain an entire lake.

The attractive acacia-dotted savannah(256sq;km) is home to huge herds of impala, as well as uncommon topi, eland, klipspringer and other antelope. Zebra and buffalo also graze these peaceful acres.

At the lake there are hippos and crocodiles, and a wonderful diversity of birds. Because of the different habitats of the lakeshore and the broad savannah, the variety seems endless. Catch a glimpse of waterbirds diving for fish , the Marabou Stock, bee-eaters and the Cheeky Bronze-tailed Starling, as well as the majestic Crowned Crane. Make sure you bring your binoculars.

ACCESS
By Road: The park is bounded to the north by the main Kampala-Mbarara road. From Kampala it is 430km(4 hours) to the Park headquarters and rest camp at Rwonyo. On the way you will pass several interesting market villages as well as crossing the Equator Line. The left turn to the park is signposted 211km from Kampala.

From Mbarara it is 47km to the park headquarters. The right turn to the park is at Sanga. The park gate is at Rweshebeshebe, 12km from Sanga. 4-wheeled drive is recommended.

ACCOMMODATION
There is basic accommodation in chalets at the Park Headquarters. Camp staff will cook for you.