Kayabwe Equator Visit and Lake Mburo Safari
Departure: You will have an early morning departure from Kampala city with your driver-guide and head west for a 2-hour drive to the must-visit landmark of the Uganda Equator, located in Kayabwe along the Mpigi-Masaka Highway in Mpigi District.
Drive: This drive is an adventure in itself, as you enjoy views of different villages in rural Uganda from your car.
Activity: On arrival at the Equator, you will be warmly welcomed by one of the local guides, with whom you will carry out a Coriolis Water Experiment using a funnel, water, and a floating leaf or matchstick to demonstrate how water supposedly drains clockwise in the Northern Hemisphere, counterclockwise in the Southern Hemisphere, and straight down on the equator line.
Photos: While at the Equator Monument, take memorable photos while standing at the iconic circular concrete line and signposts marking 0 degrees latitude.
Transfer: After this amazing equator experience, you will drive to Lake Mburo National Park.
Game drive: Enjoy wildlife viewing on a game safari through the park in search of Lake Mburo's resident wildlife species, such as zebra, giraffe, eland, antelope, impala, and a variety of birds.
Lunch: You will have lunch at a restaurant within the park.
Walking safari: Afterwards, you will be met by a Uganda Wildlife Authority ranger guide who will take you through a briefing and then lead you on a safari nature walk. This walking safari is suitable for those who would like to stretch their legs and view wildlife on foot. You will get an opportunity to see what you could have seen on a game drive, except that this time you will do it on foot.
Boat cruise: Later, board a boat for a scenic cruise along Lake Mburo. Observe hippos and crocodiles in the water, and view birds such as African fish eagles, pied kingfishers, and cormorants.
Game drive: Return to the shore and enjoy a brief game drive as you exit the park, looking out for zebras and buffaloes along the way.
Return: Begin the return journey to Kampala, arriving in the evening for drop-off.
