In Africa, having a safari on horseback is a very rare thing; this however is very common in the western world and the Middle East. Because of that, several tourists that love horses who have come for a Uganda safari or even traveled to other countries on the African continent don’t expect to enjoy their fascination with horses during their Safaris in Africa. Nonetheless, there are several places in Africa that today offer exciting Horseback Riding Safaris, and among those is Uganda’s Lake Mburo National Park.
A visit to Lake Mburo national park will reward you with a 4-5 hours adventure of horseback ride across the beautiful savannah. During this safari on horseback you will be able to explore the different parts of the park including the lake itself, the verdant valleys, the undulating hills as well as the different types of wildlife. This is not only a unique but also amazing way to explore Africa on your safari in Uganda.
Uganda Horseback Safaris are very safe and are led by our highly skilled tour guide who will be our team-leaders on this adventure in Lake Mburo National Park. To take part and enjoy this, it doesn’t require you to be an experienced horse rider. Also an amateur rider can enjoy a Uganda Horseback Safari to enjoy the country’s scenery and varied wildlife. Among the animals you are likely to see on this safari include: the Giant Elands, Burchell Zebras, Topi, Waterbucks, Impala, Bushbucks and Duikers, plus various bird species.
Where do you find the horses?
In Uganda, horseback safaris are conducted by Mihingo Safari Lodge found in Lake Mburo National Park, and it has around seven horses plus four ponies. This implies that each horse-back safari trip utmost can take on a maximum of six riders which actually guarantees that there are no crowds on this adventure. This is a very exciting and unique way to enjoy your safari in Uganda.
