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Lake Mburo Wildlife Horse Safari
Uganda
Uganda
Lake Mburo National Park is a very special place; every part of it is alive with variety, interest and color. It contains an extensive area of wetland and also harbors several species of mammals and birds found nowhere else in Uganda. Its sculptured landscape, with rolling hills and idyllic lake shores has a varied mosaic of habitats; forest galleries, seasonal and permanent swamps, and rich acacia-woodland, and grassy valleys which all support a wealth of wildlife. Join us on a private wilderness horse safari into this breathtaking landscape. This new trip for 2011 will explore and traverse this diverse land. Three nights are comfortable wilderness camping with the first and last night at the luxury Mihingo Lodge safari camp. At 260 km², Lake Mburo National Park is small in comparison with many other East African parks, but with its mosaic of habitats - dry hillsides, rocky outcrops, bushy thickets, open and wooded savannas, forest, lakes and swamps - it is home to a surprising diversity of plants and animals.
The Park lies between 1219 and 1828 m above sea level. High hills and
rocky, eroded ridges characterize the western part of the Park; here
deep valleys support the forest found nowhere else. in Uganda. In the eastern
sector, the rolling, wooded hills are intersected by wide, flat bottomed
valleys, which are seasonally flooded and drain into the swamps and
lakes. The Ruizi river flows in a south-easterly direction and forms
part of the western boundary of the Park. Lake Mburo and its associated
wetlands eventually drain into Lake Victoria. At the center of the Park is Lake Mburo , which together with 14 other lakes in the area forms part of a wetland system. This system is linked by a swamp some 50 km long, fed by the Ruizi river on the western side. Five lakes, of which the larges is Lake Mburo, occur within the Park's boundary. Almost a fifth of the Park's area consists of wetlands - both seasonally flooded and permanent swamps. The various types of swamps are home to a wide variety of wetland birds, and the shy, rare sitatunga antelope. Lake Mburo 's surface and its fringing vegetation are always changing, and it is delightful to explore and experience the lake's moods on our riding safari.
We recommend to combine this trip with a visit to one of the Gorilla or Chimpanzee sanctuaries that are en route to some of the most spectacular places in the West of Uganda - ask us for details.
--Combine this trip with a Gorilla Trek
(2 nights)
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Camping Ride with vehicle support
Safari Ride
Meeting:
Lake Mburo
Airport:
Kampala - Entebe Airport
Transfer:
Kampala / Entebbe
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Rates and Dates for 2013
Rates include:
Accommodations - 5 night with 3 nights bush camping and 2 nights at luxury lodge, meals, park fees, 4.5 riding days
| A | 2013 | 6 day Safari, AP | 6d / 5n | $2325 |
| Extra night at the safari lodge with meals - pp (dbl) | $250 |
| Extra night at the safari lodge with meals - Single | $360 |
| Extra night at the safari lodge with meals - 3rd person | $190 |
Transfer and Other Options:
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2013
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Transfer from Entebe is included
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2013
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01/01
- 12/31
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6d / 5n
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6 day Safari, AP
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2
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Reserve
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Available any time during the year.
Rates do not include:
Alcoholic beverages, sodas, juides. Gratuities. Walking Safaris, Night Game Drives, Game Drives, Cultural Walks, Massages
Day 1: Vehicle transfer from Kampala. Arrive for lunch at Mihingo Lodge. A 2 to 4 hour afternoon ride to get used to the horses and the new environment. Dinner and sleeping at Mihingo Lodge, one of the best safari lodges in Uganda. Animals gathering in the valley provide guests with fantastic game viewing opportunities or a chance to relax and watch wildlife at water hole below the pool.
Day 2: Breakfast at Mihingo Lodge. 4 hour ride north west into Eland Valley via Mihingo Valley and the connection into Zebra track with a pick-nick lunch near a salt lick. At 3 pm continue west towards Kagarama hills and reach a fly-camp before night fall. Enjoying a bush dinner with a view onto Lake Mburo.
Day 3: After breakfast a 4 hour ride through Eland Valley turning south into Zebra Valley with a 3 hour stop for a pick-nick lunch and relaxing in the shade. In the afternoon ride further south into Research Valley and overnight stop on Kazuma Hill overlooking some of the lakes south of the Park.
Day 4: Bush breakfast and setting off at 7:30 heading into Kazuma Valley and then north between Wallow Hill and Hyena Hill to then cut west past One-Tree-Hill heading for the Warukiri Ridge with lunch at the water hole on top of the ridge. This is only possible if there is water in the waterhole, so the horses have enough to drink, otherwise mid day stop will have to be changed to Warukiri Valley. After a rest descending into Warukiri Valley and continuing further south west onto the Lake Side track. Fly-camp at Lake Mburo at a lovely secluded spot with hippos and great views over the lake.
Day 5: After the 3rd night in the bush heading back towards Mihingo Lodge via Warukiri Valley and Research valley with a pick nick Lunch at Ruroko Kopje. From there via Wallow Hill Valley back to the valley south of Mihingo Lodge. Depending on the riding skills and if guests would like to do so one could reach Mihingo Lodge in time for lunch. Dinner and night at Mihingo Lodge.
Day 6: If the plan is to go back to Kampala guests can enjoy Mihingo Lodge and maybe go on a boat trip on Lake Mburo before having an early lunch and heading back to Kampala. There are also many other exciting places to explore in Uganda towards the west of Mihingo Lodge most famously the mountain gorillas, but also Queen Elisabeth National Park and Ishasha is spectacular. If guests are into hiking the Rwenzori Mountains is the best Africa has to offer.
We recommend to combine this trip with a visit to one of the Gorilla or
Chimpanzee sanctuaries that are en route to some of the most spectacular
places in the West of Uganda:
- Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park, about 6 hours drive, home of the famous Mountain Gorillas.
- Kibale Forest National Park, about 5 hours drive. This is the best Park in Africa to see the Chimpanzees our closest relatives.
- Queen
Elisabeth National Park , about 3 ½ hours drive, with stunning views
onto the Rwenzori Mountains, the crater lakes and the Kasinga Channel
and a very good chance of seeing lions and elephants and thousands of
Uganda Kob.
- Ishasha National Park, about 5 hours drive, famous
for its tree climbing lions and elephants. Game viewing is usually very
good here. This Park is on the way to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest and is
one of the most exciting places to visit in Uganda.
Common Species in Lake Mburo National Park
Mammals
1. Hare (nocturnal)
2. Porcupine (nocturnal)
3. Tree Hyrax
4. Aardvark (nocturnal)
5. Plains Zebra (Equus burchellii)
6. Oribi
7. Klipspringer
8. Common Duiker
9. Bohor Reedbuck
10. Sitatunga
11. Bushbuck
12. Eland
13. Defassa Waterbuck
14. Impala
15. Topi
16. Bushpig (nocturnal)
17. Warthog
18. Hippopotamus
19. Buffalo
20. Banded Mongoose
21. Dwarf Mongoose
22. Slender Mongoose
22. White-Tailed Mongoose (nocturnal)
23. Otter
24. Honey Badger (nocturnal)
25. Side-Striped Jackal (nocturnal)
26. Spotted Hyena (nocturnal)
27. Jenet cat (nocturnal)
28. Civit (nocturnal)
29. Serval (nocturnal)
30. Leopard (nocturnal)
31. Thick-Tailed Galago (nocturnal)
32. Back Galago (nocturnal)
33. Vervet Monkey
34. Olive Baboon
Reptiles
1. Crocodile
2. Monitor lizard
3. Python
Birds
The bird Life is plentiful with Cranes, Fish Eagles, Vultures, Bustards and more
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Meeting:
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Lake Mburo
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Airport:
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Kampala - Entebe Airport
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Transfer:
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Kampala / Entebbe
Depending on the arrival time at Entebbe Airport guests might have to stay a night either in Entebbe or Kampala, the cost of this accommodation is not included, but accommodation can be organized.
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Level:
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 Moderate
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up to 7 hrs per full day. The riding pace can be adjusted according to the group. With advanced riders we will walk about 60% of the distance, trot 20% and canter 20%
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Participants:
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Min
2
participants
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Max
4
participants
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Passport and Visa Requirements:
Passport valid for at least six months from date of entry to Uganda required by all nationals referred to in the chart.Passport NoteEntry may be refused to passengers not holding sufficient funds, ret. more
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The accommodations will be for 2 nights at the luxurious safari tented Mihingo Lodge and 3 nights camping. Mihingo LodgeMihingo Lodge is a peaceful and exclusive retreat adjacent to Lake Mburo National Park . It features ten rooms which are built on wooden platforms with stilts, covered by a thatched roof. Suspended under the thatched roof is a spacious and comfortable tent equipped with en-suite bathrooms with stunning views, including hot and cold running water, showers, and flush loos.Each luxury tented room is nestled on a private piece of the lodge's property, enabling guests to enjoy the tranquil environment in complete seclusion. Placed in varied settings, some rooms are situated in a forest, some with a lake view, and some on rocky outcrops.The main dining area is a large thatched structure built of rocks, the wood of dead weathered olive trees found on the land, and native grasses. Below the dining area, an infinity swimming pool stretches out from the rocks and seems to disappear into the vast landscape beyond. From the dining and pool area, guests can enjoy the view of a westward oriented valley and its stunning evening sunsets over Lake Mburo National Park . In appreciation of its fragile surroundings,
Mihingo Lodge is an environmentally friendly accommodation. The
buildings are constructed in such a way as to melt into the rocky
outcrops and savannah landscape around them. Electricity, hot water, and
water pumps are powered by solar energy and there is a natural water
catchment system to take advantage of the rains. CampingDuring the 3 nights camping you will sleep in roomy dome tents with sleeping cots. All camping gear is provided.    MealsAll meals are provided during your stay. 
This trip includes
and can accommodate special dietary requests.
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Tack:
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English trekking
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Horses:
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Thoroughbreds, Warmblood, Ethopian Ponies
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Pace:
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up to 7 hrs per full day. The riding pace can be adjusted according to the group. With advanced riders we will walk about 60% of the distance, trot 20% and canter 20%
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Walk |
Trot |
Canter |
Gallop |
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Level:
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(3
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4
out of 5) Good Intermediate
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Age:
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Min
14
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Max
70
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Weight:
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Max
200 lbs
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Riders:
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2
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Max
4
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Passports
Passport valid for at least six months from date of entry to Uganda required by all nationals referred to in the chart.
Passport Note
Entry may be refused to passengers not holding sufficient funds, return or onward tickets, and other necessary travel documents.
Visas
Required by all nationals referred to in the chart above except:
1. nationals of Cyprus and Malta.
Visa Note
(a) Although transit passengers do require a visa, they are able to obtain one on entry provided they are continuing to a third country by the same or first connecting flight within 24 hours, they are holding confirmed tickets and travel documents and not leaving the airport. Some nationals requiring visas may be issued with them on arrival to Uganda; check with your local embassy for further details. (b) Working journalists require a letter of accreditation issued by the Secretary of the Media Council, Department of Information, PO Box 23780, Lugard Road, UTV Premises, Kampala, Uganda (tel: (41) 230 367). (c) Nationals not referred to in the chart above are advised to contact the high commission/embassy to check visa requirements (see Contact Addresses).
Types of Visa and Cost
Single-entry: US$50 (three months). Multiple-entry: US$100 (six months); US$200 (12 months). Transit: US$15.
Validity
Single-entry: Three months from date of issue; Transit: 24 hours from the time of arrival.
Applications to:
Consulate (or consular section at high commission or embassy); see Contact Addresses. Transit visas are issued at the airport.
Working Days Required
Three.
| Passport Required? |
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Yes |
| Australian |
Yes |
| Canadian |
Yes |
| USA |
Yes |
| Other EU |
Yes |
| Visa Required? |
| British |
Yes |
| Australian |
Yes |
| Canadian |
Yes |
| USA |
Yes |
| Other EU |
Yes/1 |
| Return Ticket Required? |
| British |
Yes |
| Australian |
Yes |
| Canadian |
Yes |
| USA |
Yes |
| Other EU |
Yes |
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Lake Mburo Wildlife Horse Safari
Tour Code:
IT-UGRT02
6 days /
5 nights
~$2,325.00
Dates: Available all Year
Level :
Difficulty Levels Explained
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Easy
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Easy pace and an average-to-sedentary level of fitness. You should be in good health and fit enough for full day of normal sightseeing and walking.
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Easy to Moderate
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An average level of fitness or some experience with the featured
activity is recommended.
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Moderate
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Requires you to have performed the featured activity regularly, with
some periods on challenging terrain. Activities are mandatory and
you may be traveling at high elevations. You need to be in good health and physical condition to enjoy these trips, with adequate muscular strength and cardiovascular endurance.
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Demanding
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You must be extremely physically fit and are expected to hike or
ride four to six hours over steep or more rugged terrain. |
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Strenuous
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Prolonged hiking/biking on moderate to difficult terrain (five to nine hours a day).
May include high altitude, rugged terrain etc.. |
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Rates | Dates
Accomodation
Airport:
Kampala - Entebe Airport
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