4-Day Lake Mburo National Park + Queen Elizabeth National Park + Crater Lakes of Fort Portal

Duration: 4 Days

Price: Starts at $600 per person, with discounts for groups of 5 or more. Inquire for more details.

Pack your bags for an unforgettable 4-day safari through Lake Mburo and Queen Elizabeth National Parks, with a special visit to the Crater Lakes of Fort Portal, where wildlife, scenic landscapes, and cultural encounters come together in a breathtaking journey.

Start your adventure with a stopover at the Equator, where you can capture stunning photos at this iconic landmark. Continue to Masaka town, where you’ll visit the crocodile farm to observe these prehistoric creatures up close. Explore Masaka’s vibrant art scene, including a tour of Masaka Art Gallery and visits to local artists’ studios, offering insight into the region’s creative landscape.

Arrive at Lake Mburo National Park in time for an evening game drive, spotting zebras, impalas, warthogs, and elands as the sun sets over the rolling savannah. Settle into your lodge for a tranquil night in the wild. The next morning, experience an early morning nature walk, where you can walk alongside zebras and other wildlife—a rare opportunity that makes Lake Mburo unique. After breakfast, embark on a scenic game drive as you exit the park, heading towards Queen Elizabeth National Park.

A lunch stopover leads into breathtaking views of the Western Rift Valley escarpment, followed by a nature walk to the twin crater lakes of Rubirizi District—Kyema with its clear blue water and Kamweru with its vibrant green hues, celebrated for their distinct colors. Capture the dramatic landscapes before continuing to Kasese town for the night, with an optional exploration of Kasese’s vibrant nightlife.

Wake up early for a morning game drive through Queen Elizabeth National Park, where you may encounter elephants, buffaloes, lions, and antelopes. Next, visit the maze-like salt plots of Lake Bunyampaka, where traditional salt mining continues, and if the season allows, flamingos grace the shores—a perfect setting for drone photography. In the afternoon, enjoy a boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel, a wildlife-rich waterway where elephants, crocodiles, hippos, and the iconic African fish eagle thrive. After a day of adventure, return to Kasese town for a relaxing evening.

The journey concludes with an early morning departure to Fort Portal. Enjoy breakfast in Fort Portal, followed by a guided visit to Amabere Ga Nyina Mwiru, where you’ll explore fascinating caves and visit three crater lakes—Lake Shaka, Lake Kigere, and Lake Kigegwa—each offering unique natural beauty. After soaking in the region’s splendor, begin the return journey to Kampala, arriving in the afternoon.

Package Includes:

✔️ Scenic stopovers at the Equator and Rift Valley escarpment
✔️ Visits to Masaka Art Gallery and local artists’ studios
✔️ Crocodile farm tour in Masaka
✔️ Evening game drive in Lake Mburo National Park
✔️ Morning nature walk with zebras in Lake Mburo National Park
✔️ Game drive in Queen Elizabeth National Park
✔️ Walk through the salt plots of Lake Bunyampaka
✔️ Boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel
✔️ Nature walk to the twin crater lakes of Rubirizi District (Kyema and Kamweru)
✔️ Breakfast and guided visit to Amabere Ga Nyina Mwiru, including visits to Lake Saaka, Lake Kigere, and Lake Kigegwa
✔️ English-speaking driver-guide in a 4WD safari vehicle
✔️ Professional photographs of your experience
✔️ Park entry and activity fees
✔️ Comfortable accommodation with meals