Leopard Rest Camp
Leopard Rest Camp is a budget accommodation found on the north side of Lake Mburo national park in kiruhura district just 2 km drive from nshara gate, Kampala–Mbarara high way. It takes approximately 4 hours and 27 minutes (235kmsquared) drive from kampala via Masaka by road. The park is between the town of Masaka and Mbarara.
Lake Mburo national park is found in western Uganda and it is the smallest savannah national park in Uganda covering an area of 260 square kilometers and the park has got a magnificent varying elevation which is between 1220 m-1828 m above sea level. The park is situated conveniently close to the highway Kampala Mbarara road. The park is about 30 kilometers (19 mi), by road, east Mbarara, the largest city in the sub-region. The park has a variety of animals such as antelopes Uganda kobs, zebra, hippopotamus, impala, warthog, common eland, African buffalo, jackal, African leopard, and over three hundred (350) bird species. The park has different accommodations include budget, midrange, and luxury accommodation. The park has campgrounds and permanent facilities for visitors visiting the park . Lake Mburo National Park is a very special place every part of it is alive with variety, interest, and color. The park is surrounded by banyankole bahima ( pastoralists ) who rare large herd of long-horned cattle. They used to graze their cattle to the park until it was upgraded to the national park . There are more activities to do while in lake Mburo national park which include; Game viewing, where you can spot various animals like; zebras, impalas, antelopes, warthogs and many more animals, boat cruise at lake mburo, Daytime and night horse safaris in lake Mburo park, fishing at lake Mburo, bird watching since the pack has different species of birds, nature walks, community tours/Cultural Tours like visiting the bahima homes , traditional dances from local people and many more activities. Mburo safari lodge is convenient and friendly to luxury visitors visiting the park. Mburo rock gives a spectacular sunrise and they make bush fires on special events, lunch, and diners
Leopard ‘s rest camp consists of 9 luxury spacious tents with grass-thatched roofs that are well comfortable. Some safari tents have private facilities like outdoor flushing toilets and hot showers and the camps have shared showers and toilets which are not far. Some safari tents are well equipped with Satellite, TVs, extinguishers and other facilities. Rooms have verandas and sitting areas to relax in while enjoying the flora and fauna around the park . The camp has a good breathtaking view atmosphere. Excellent and comfortable king-sized beddings. There are fireplaces at the lodge that provides warmth to visitors at the lodges. The camp has different categories which include safari tents and camps with different rooming including single ,double and triple rooms and tents . rooms cost 120$ per night and above.
Leopards’ rest camp offers more services and facilities which include; A restaurant that serves different meals ; breakfast ,lunch and dinner in the main building; you enjoy the sounds of the bush and the beautiful sunset while eating a tasteful meal from our highly praised kitchen served by well-trained staff, a well-stocked bar with both hard and soft drinks ,you grab a beer while enjoying the good view of the park and surrounding area, solar electricity for full time available ,Free parking space available, Laundry services available , wifi available in the main building that enables visitors to keep in touch with their families and friends, Excellent rooms and comfortable beddings, Craft shop available at the hotel with more African style gifts like shoes, safari essentials ,travelling guide books etc.
