Adventure Tours
Size: 260 km²
About the Park
It’s a very special place; every part of it is alive with variety, interest, and color and contains an extensive area of wetland, one of the only two such habitats to be included within a national park in Uganda.
It harbors several species of mammals: zebras, impalas, buffalo, and birds. comprising bill storks, which are found nowhere else in the country. Its sculptured landscape with rolling grassy hills and idyllic lakeshore has a varied mosaic of habitats: forest galleries, seasonal and permanent swamps, and rich acacia wood valleys, which all support a wealth of wildlife. With our Uganda safaris and tours, you are able to see more of these attractions.
The park is only 260 sq. km, being the smallest of Uganda’s savanna national parks. Its mosaic habitat, dry hillside, rocky outcrops, bushes, thickets, open and wooded savanna forests, lakes, and swamps are home to a surprising diversity of plants and animals.
BIRDING
The park has about 313 different bird species, including the rare shoebill stork and white-winged warbler. Other species to look out for are crested francolin, emerald-spotted wood dove, brown parrot, barefaced go-away bird, red-necked spurfowl, common quail, black-billed barbet, greenwood hoopoe, blue-napped mousebird, lilac-breasted roller, African grey hornbill, Nubian woodpecker, and trilling cisticola. A drive towards Rwonyo Camp may reveal Coqui Francolin, Red-necked Spurfowl, Black-bellied Bustard, Temminck’s Courser, African-wattled Plover, Rufous-naped and Flappet Larks, Rufous-chested Swallow, Yellow-throated Longclaw, and Southern Red Bishop.
SAFARI ACTIVITIES
Forest walk—Rubanga Forest
This forest offers a variety of conducive habitats for birds; therefore, it is a very attractive place for bird watchers, with over 40 bird species recorded.
Boat trips
The lake is rich with a diversity of animal and plant species, which can only be viewed clearly if you take a boat trip. The crocodiles, hippopotamuses, and birds like pelicans, black crakes, herons, cormorants, and fish eagles. The duration of each boat cruise is negotiable with the park management.
Nature trail
Offers the visitor a chance to admire nature; they have the opportunity to walk in the circuit at their pace in the company of an armed guide.
Fishing
About six species of fish are found in Lake Mburo, the common one being tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus), but others include lungfish, mudfish, and Haplochromis. Using hooks, visitors can spend some time catching fish. A shade is provided at the campsite to ensure maximum relaxation for visitors while at the lake.
ACCOMMODATION
The park has accommodation facilities. There are tents at Rwonyo Park headquarters; there are also three public campsites. More luxurious accommodations are provided at the Mantana Luxury Tented Camp, and an upmarket place to stay is Mihingo Lodge.
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June 18, 2025 - 3:56 pmThis place sounds absolutely breathtaking! The diversity of wildlife and habitats is truly remarkable, especially the rare species like the shoebill stork. I can only imagine how incredible it must be to witness such a vibrant ecosystem firsthand. The description of the landscape—rolling hills, lakeshores, and acacia wood valleys—paints such a vivid picture. I’m curious, though, how accessible is the park for visitors who might not be experienced in safaris or wildlife tours? Also, are there any specific times of the year that are best for birdwatching or spotting certain animals? I’d love to plan a trip, but I want to make sure I get the most out of the experience. What would you recommend for a first-time visitor? We’ve integrated libersave into our regional voucher system. It’s amazing how easily it allows us to bundle various providers on one platform.