Accommodations in Lake Mburo National Park : Looking for where to stay in the park? here is a list of accommodation facilities/safari lodges in Lake Mburo National Park in Uganda that you can book.
Budget: Eagles Nest
If you are an outdoor enthusiast, this budget lodge is a must. Its surrounding is so green, natural and beautiful. Most guests prefer to use two words to describe it, Mind Blowing!
All the rooms here are tent based and built on varied gradients. There are two options available, the standard tents with shared ablutions and the ones with private bathrooms. No matter which one you opt for, you are assured of warm showers and comfy beds.
Eagles Nest offers a good break to the long journey from Bwindi Impenetrable National Park to Entebbe International Airport. It doesn’t have the best wildlife offerings, but its panoramic setting is something else. Don’t hesitate to come out of your tent and take a seat on the terrace….you will be stunned by the sight of birds flying amongst the mountains. In their background are small lakes which are interlinked by swamps. Don’t expect to see big cats in the park, but expect scenery to literally die for.
Luxury: Mihingo Lodge
Built upon a rocky outcrop with jaw dropping views across Lake Mburo National Park, Mihingo is run with only a small number of guests at any one time. As such, it is one of the few lodges in the park that offers a real home away from home. Its rooms are spacious – partly made of canvas and partly Eco-friendly materials. Its good ventilation allows in lovely breezes at day and astonishing sounds of the animals at night.
One of the things that make this lodge truly special is its attention to small details. Your coffee will be delivered in a picnic basket. From breakfast to dinner, all meals are prepared with fresh local produce and served by a team that is attentive and polite. You will learn from them a lot about Uganda.
Its poolside and terrace of the rooms are a great place to relax after a game drive. Nature around it is quite modest but this isn’t much of a problem as you can walk down to the waterhole to see zebras and other animals up close.
The lodge is famed for having a stable with horses than one can use for exploring the park—in case they want an alternative to game drives.
Here, you will also find a lovely gift shop where you can purchase authentic handmade crafts and souvenirs.
Midrange: Rwakobo Rock
All the cottages at this eco-friendly family run lodge have the ability to soothe one’s mind and set their soul free. Like its restaurant/bar, its pool is also cut into the rock. By the same token, the thatched cottages are spacious and well presented, boasting of stunning views over the countryside. Below its pool is a waterhole where the park’s mammals come to quench their thirst. It is hard not to have a wow moment, a photographer’s dream!
Located on a huge rock outcrop at the edge of Lake Mburo National Park, this lodge is a perfect place to lounge and behold the sunset…or the troop of baboons that hang out around it. Other usual companions include warthog and vervet monkeys around lodge.
The bike tour that they offer is professional and the guides know when to call for backup in case you find the uphill ride unbearable.
Mihingo Lodge
This is an away-from-it-all retreat with dark wood furniture and comfortable squishy sofas. Its location is perfect – 10 minutes’ drive from the starting point for game drives. The cottages here are rustic, clean, intimate and spacious. As you sit and relax by the infinity pool to enjoy views of the park, a sense of serenity will flow over you.
In the true philosophy of eco-friendly, all the rooms here have sensitive installations such as low-flush toilets and solar power. This ensures you enjoy luxurious comforts while maintaining a crucial sensitivity to the environment. But that is only half of the story. The lodge helps the nearby community by providing healthcare and funding the construction of clean water sources. You are encouraged to see the work done in many suggested activities like visiting the health center. Put simply, this lodge fits very well into the Ugandan sustainable economic growth model.
You can crown your stay with a soothing massage in bush hut followed by excellent shower to wash the stress away. Alternatively, a horseback ride can do.
Mantana Luxury Tented Camp
What a perfect combination of nature and luxury! It is in a tranquil and serene ambience that is endowed with all kinds of birds and sounds of both big game and small ones like antelopes. It features stand-alone bungalows, each of which offers a strong sense of privacy. You might not see other people around if you don’t want.
Mantana’s bush vibe reflects the local building style and offers eco-luxury comforts. All bungalows have their own terrace from where you can relax as you meditate on how far you have come in life. Inside, you will find eco-luxurious furniture that is hand crafted with details. Small details add a luxury touch to the lodge: fresh flowers in the rooms are changed daily.
Rwakobo Rock Lodge
Rwakobo’s swimming pool was carved out of a large rock. Its cool water possesses a magical potion that brings your body temperature to a perfect level that stays with you all day long. Once you get here, you will be amazed by its views and tranquility. It is truly special, definitely mystical and treasured. At night, the sky is completely filled with stars, just magical for all the senses.
The lodge’s architectural setup is inspired by a traditional ankole homestead. Its dominant features are thatched bandas en suite with clean bathrooms.
Meals are served in a uniquely cozy restaurant where you finally meet guests from different corners of the earth. Chances are high that you love your healthy exchange of ideas with them as you share stories and opinions on the activities done during the day.
Enjoying your meal overlooking the open savannah and its wildlife is one of the most beautiful sites you will ever see
Mburo Eagles Nest Camp
The tent and ensuite layout is very nicely done and spacious. It is a place to visit if you want to be at one with nature as it adheres to eco-friendly practices. Its tents and bandas are not necessarily “luxurious” but are full of Ugandan decor, extremely clean, and spacious. You have your own deck so you can enjoy the spectacular views of both the wilderness and the banana plantations of locals. It is absolutely perfect for a romantic getaway especially if you are on a tight budget.
One of this lodge’s biggest wow factors is that it is operated and run by locals, an effective way of giving back to the community. The lodge is situated at a vantage point that offers truly breathtaking sunrises and sunsets. Throughout your stay, you will be treated to amazing food! You’ve got to try the local dishes. They are made with farm fresh recipes and ingredients. Giraffes usually pass by in the wee hours of the morning to the amazement of guests.
