3-Day Murchison Falls Safari from Kampala with Game Drive Cruise

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Marvel at the splendid view of Murchison Falls
• 02 Take a game drive through Murchison Falls National Park
• 03 Enjoy a boat cruise at the bottom of Murchison Falls
• 04 Travel in a 4WD Safari Prado with a professional English-speaking driver-guide

Explore Murchison Falls National Park, one of Uganda's most popular and breathtaking national parks, on a 3-day journey through diverse landscapes and wildlife habitats. Experience the awe-inspiring Murchison Falls from different perspectives, including a boat cruise to the bottom of the falls. With a game drive, scenic views, and the chance to see Uganda's remarkable wildlife, this trip offers a memorable safari escape from Kampala.

Enjoy sightseeing en route, including a stop at the top of the falls for photos, before proceeding into Murchison Falls National Park.

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 Yes

Cities Kampala, Murchison Falls National Park, Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Drive to Murchison Falls National Park

• Your guide will pick you up at 0700 hrs from the hotel and drive to Murchison Falls National Park, covering about 310 km in 5-6 hours.
• Enjoy sightseeing en route, including a stop at the top of the falls for photos, before proceeding into Murchison Falls National Park.

Dinner will be provided at the lodge.

2

Day 02

Game Drive and Boat Cruise in Murchison Falls

• Start the day with an early morning breakfast, followed by a morning game drive.
• Later, enjoy an afternoon boat cruise.

All meals will be served at the lodge.

3

Day 03

Return to Kampala via Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary

• Drive from Murchison Falls to Kampala, covering about 310 km in 5-6 hours.
• Transfer to Kampala with an optional stop en route for Ziwa Rhino Trekking (Rhino Trekking at 50 Dollars per person).

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Transport in a 4WD Safari Prado
• A professional English-speaking driver-guide
• Fuel for the whole safari
• All activities described in the itinerary except optional activities
• Mineral water
• All park entrance fees
• Accommodation as per itinerary

What's Not Included

• Airfares
• Optional activities
• Personal (medical/travel) insurance
• Government tax or park fee increases
• Tips and gratuities to rangers, drivers/guides, porters, hotel staff, etc.
• All expenses of a personal nature (e.g. drinks, laundry, optional activities, souvenirs, etc.)
• COVID tests

What to bring

• Long- and short-sleeved clothes
• Insect repellent and sunscreen
• Waterproof bags
• Flashlight, batteries, power bank, and memory card
• First-aid pills, just in case
• UK electricity plug adapter
• Passport

Know before you go

• You need to have a visa for Uganda.
• You must have a yellow fever certificate and a COVID certificate, and get malaria and hepatitis vaccinations.
• It is safe to travel to Uganda.
• The travel season runs from December to February. June to August is the high and dry season, while March to May and October to November are the low and wet seasons.
• Internet in Uganda is still poor in remote areas and is also expensive.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Kampala, Uganda

Tour start

Kampala, Uganda

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.