Uganda · Safari

3-Day Murchison Falls Safari with Ziwa Rhino Tracking and Nile Cruise

3 Days Round trip from Uganda Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Track wild rhinos on foot at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary
02 Experience breathtaking views at the Top of Murchison Falls
03 Enjoy rewarding game drives in Murchison Falls National Park
04 Cruise along the Victoria Nile to spot hippos, crocodiles, and vibrant birdlife

Embark on a thrilling 3-day safari through Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary and Murchison Falls National Park. Track white rhinos on foot, explore scenic savannah landscapes, and witness the dramatic power of the Nile as it forces its way through a narrow gorge. Enjoy sunrise game drives with opportunities to spot elephants, lions, leopards, buffaloes, and abundant birdlife, then cruise along the Victoria Nile to the base of the falls. This unforgettable wildlife adventure showcases one of Uganda's most spectacular regions.

Track white rhinos on foot, explore scenic savannah landscapes, and witness the dramatic power of the Nile as it forces its way through a narrow gorge.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Days

Tour type Shared

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Entebbe, Murchison Falls National Park, Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary

Languages French, German, Italian, Russian, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Entebbe Pick-Up, Ziwa Rhino Tracking, and Murchison Falls

Begin your journey with an early pick-up in Entebbe and travel north to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary.
Receive a briefing and start a guided on-foot rhino tracking experience lasting 2-3 hours.
Capture close but safe views of white rhinos in their natural habitat.
Enjoy lunch before continuing the drive to Murchison Falls National Park.
Visit the Top of Murchison Falls, where the Nile squeezes through a 7-metre gorge and plunges 43 metres.
Proceed to the lodge for dinner and evening relaxation.

Accommodation: Fort Murchison Lodge (Room)
Meals: Lunch and Dinner
Drinks: Drinking water

Day 02

Sunrise Game Drive and Victoria Nile Boat Safari

Begin your day with a sunrise game drive across popular tracks such as Buligi, Albert, and Hakuba.
Look out for lions, leopards, elephants, buffaloes, giraffes, and antelopes.
Return to the lodge for an early lunch.
Embark on an afternoon boat cruise along the Victoria Nile.
Spot hippos, crocodiles, and diverse birdlife as you travel to the base of Murchison Falls.
Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight stay.

Accommodation: Fort Murchison Lodge (Room)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Drinks: Drinking water

Day 03

Final Morning Game Drive and Return to Entebbe

Enjoy a short morning game drive to spot any animals missed previously.
Begin the return journey to Entebbe after the game drive.
Stop in Masindi for lunch and optional souvenir shopping.
Arrive in Entebbe in the early evening for drop-off at your preferred location or the airport.

Accommodation: None (End of Tour)
Meals: Breakfast and Lunch
Drinks: Drinking water