Uganda · Safari

3-Day Wildlife Safari in Murchison Falls with Ziwa Rhino Trek

3 Days Round trip from Kampala Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Trek alongside Uganda's only wild white rhinos at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary
  • 02 Explore the savannah plains of Murchison Falls National Park on a wildlife game drive
  • 03 Cruise along the Nile River to spot hippos, giant crocodiles, elephants, and water birds
  • 04 Hike to the top of Murchison Falls for stunning views of the "devil's cauldron"

Join this exciting 3-day wildlife trip to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary and Murchison Falls National Park. Trek alongside Uganda's only wild white rhinos at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, then explore Murchison Falls National Park on a game drive, boat cruise, and hike to the top of the falls. Spot African wildlife across the savannah plains and enjoy magnificent sightings of aquatic mammals along the Nile River. The journey ends with a scenic drive back to Kampala, passing plantations and local markets.

Trek alongside Uganda's only wild white rhinos at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, then explore Murchison Falls National Park on a game drive, boat cruise, and hike to the top of the falls.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Kampala, Murchison Falls National Park, Lake Victoria, Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary and Transfer to Murchison Falls

  • After an early morning breakfast at the hotel, connect with your driver-guide and embark on a 305 km (4-5 hour) drive to the northwest of Uganda to Murchison Falls National Park. Along the way, make a stop at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, the proud home to Uganda's only wild white rhinos, totalling 33 in number. Embark on a 2-hour on-foot rhino trek in the company of an experienced ranger guide. After the activity, have lunch at Ziwa and proceed to Murchison Falls National Park. Enter the park through the northern Wangkwar Gate along the Kampala-Arua road. Check in, relax, have dinner, and stay overnight.
2
Day 02

Buligi Game Drive, Nile Boat Cruise, and Top of the Falls Hike

  • After an early morning breakfast at 6:30 am, embark on a scenic Buligi game drive lasting 3-4 hours through the savannah plains in the northern sector of the park. Spot African wildlife such as African bush elephants, Cape buffaloes, Rothschild giraffes, Jackson's hartebeests, Uganda kobs, and big cats like lions, leopards, and hyenas. Return to the lodge for relaxation and lunch.

  • In the afternoon, link up with the guide and head to Paraa jetty for a 2-3 hour evening boat cruise along the Nile River. Witness magnificent sightings of aquatic mammals like hippos and giant crocodiles lurking menacingly from the sandbars. See elephants playing in the water, along with lots of water birds such as shoebills. Disembark from the cruise and hike to the top of the falls for stunning views of the "devil's cauldron," where the Nile water violently crashes through a narrow, rocky gorge. The falls eject water from the Victoria Nile River through a 6-meter-wide chute, cascading down 30 meters to the Nile River. Retreat from the activity and return to the lodge for dinner and overnight.

3
Day 03

Return Journey to Kampala

  • After an early morning breakfast, embark on a journey back to Kampala. With an en-route lunch, proceed to Kampala with scenic views, plantations, and local markets.
Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, savannah plains of Murchison Falls National Park, Nile River boat cruise, Paraa jetty

Where this trip takes you

Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, savannah plains of Murchison Falls National Park, Nile River boat cruise, Paraa jetty

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Kampala 4 cities · 3 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Park entrance fees
  • Boat cruise / game drive
  • Gorilla permit / Chimpanzee permit
  • Full-board accommodation
  • Pick-up and drop-off
  • Vehicle and fuel
  • Services of an English-speaking driver-guide
  • Bottled water
  • Cultural fee
  • Activities:
    • Rhino tracking at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary
    • Game drive in the northern sector of Murchison Falls
    • Boat cruise along the Nile River
    • Sighting the devil's cauldron
    • Hiking and viewing the falls

What's Not Included

  • Air flight tickets
  • Visas
  • Life insurance and optional activities not included in the tour
  • Personal expenses such as buying souvenirs, crafts, drinks, and tips
  • Meals not included in the package
  • Tips and gratuities for the rangers

What to bring

  • Hiking boots
  • Binoculars
  • Camera and extra batteries

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Hotel
Tour start
Kampala, Uganda
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 3 days finish where they began, in Kampala.

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Estimated room rates

Single Room $1,953.00 — $2,169.00
Double Sharing $1,953.00 — $2,060.00

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