5-Day Murchison Falls Safari with Game Drives, Boat Cruise and Rhino Trekking
Highlights
Murchison Falls National Park, Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary
nature, photography, Wildlife
Private Tour
5 Days
Medium
English, French, German
Description
Embark on a 5-day safari to Murchison Falls National Park, Uganda’s largest and most iconic wildlife reserve. Enjoy scenic road transfers, powerful views at the top of the falls, thrilling game drives across the northern savannah, and a tranquil boat cruise along the Victoria Nile. Experience close encounters with elephants, lions, hippos, and rare bird species.
Itinerary
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Day 1: Transfer to Murchison Falls National Park
- Begin the journey with a morning pick-up from Entebbe or Kampala by your professional driver-guide.
Travel northwest through Uganda's countryside toward Murchison Falls National Park.
Proceed directly to the top of Murchison Falls to witness the Nile River forcing itself through a narrow 7-meter gorge with an extraordinary roar.
Enjoy panoramic views of the powerful falls and take photographs.
Check in at Paraa Safari Lodge and have lunch.
Spend the afternoon at leisure or enjoy the lodge's amenities.
Dinner and overnight at Paraa Safari Lodge.
Meal Plan: Lunch, Dinner.
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Day 2: Morning Game Drive and Afternoon Boat Cruise
- Have an early breakfast at the lodge.
Depart for a morning game drive in the northern sector of the park, known for its open savannah and abundant wildlife.
Spot animals such as Cape buffaloes, Rothschild giraffes, Jackson’s hartebeest, oribi, bushbuck, bohor reedbuck, lions, leopards, and hyenas.
Return to the lodge for relaxation and lunch.
In the afternoon, embark on a boat cruise along the Victoria Nile toward the base of the falls.
Observe hippos, crocodiles, and an array of water birds such as kingfishers, fish eagles, and herons.
Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight stay.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
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Day 3: Morning Game Drive and Transfer to Chobe Safari Lodge
- Begin with an early morning coffee at 6:00 am.
Set out for a sunrise game drive for a chance to spot predators returning from a night hunt and other early risers like elephants and giraffes.
Return to Paraa Safari Lodge for a hearty breakfast.
Check out and transfer to the eastern section of the park en route to Chobe Safari Lodge.
Stop for lunch at Wankwar Gate.
Arrive at Chobe Safari Lodge in the afternoon and relax by the lodge’s riverside setting.
Dinner and overnight at Chobe Safari Lodge.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
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Day 4: Nature Walk and Leisure Time
- Start the day with an early morning guided nature walk along the banks of the Nile River.
Look out for hippos, giraffes, buffaloes, elephants, and a variety of bird species.
Return to the lodge for breakfast.
Spend the rest of the day enjoying leisure time at the lodge’s swimming pool or spa.
In the evening, enjoy sunset drinks while watching hippos in the river and listening to the soothing sounds of the wilderness.
Dinner and overnight at Chobe Safari Lodge.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
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Day 5: Transfer to Entebbe via Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary
- Have a relaxed breakfast at the lodge.
Depart for Entebbe with a stop at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for a guided rhino trekking experience on foot.
Enjoy a hot lunch en route.
Continue the drive to Entebbe or Kampala, marking the end of your safari.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch.
End of Services.
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Cancellation Policy
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For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.
Price
Adult | |
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1 to 10 | /person |
Child | |
1 to 10 | /person |
This is a private tour |