In western Uganda lies Sanga Gate in Lake Mburo National Park. It is one of the main entrances after Nshara Gate and is about eight kilometers from the main road.
Over the years, Lake Mburo National Park faced many problems like efforts to clear the land to fight tsetse flies, turning land into ranches, and small-scale poaching.
However, many actions were taken to protect the park, and it has now recovered well. This has helped keep a large number of wild animals safe.
The park also supports local people by using entry fees for community projects, schools, hospitals, and building roads.
The park has wide open savannahs with rocky hills and forested valleys in the west. Along the lakes and rivers, there are green woodlands and patches of papyrus swamp that cover about 20 percent of the park. These areas provide homes for many water animals.
Near the park headquarters, Sanga Gate offers a simple but special nature walk. On this walk, you can feel the earth beneath your feet and watch wild animals from a safe distance. A tour guide will always be with you to keep you safe.
Some animals you may see on the trail include zebras with their black and white stripes. These zebras live in the open grassy plains and attract many visitors.
You may also see impalas, elands, buffaloes, leopards that stay hidden in the woods, hyenas, bush pigs, warthogs, hippos, and crocodiles by the lake shores. The hippos drink water while crocodiles watch for prey.
From Sanga Gate, you can also enjoy bird watching. The park is home to over 315 bird species. Some birds you may spot include acacia birds, mosque swallows, black-bellied bustards, bare-faced go-away birds, Ruppell’s starlings, southern ground hornbills, and black-throated barbets.
Game drives take the adventure to another level. They combine comfort with excitement, offering extras like a mini fridge with cold drinks and Wi-Fi.
