3-Day Murchison Falls Safari from Kampala with Nile Boat Cruise

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Visit Murchison Falls National Park, one of Uganda's top safari destinations
• 02 See the top of Murchison Falls during your park visit
• 03 Spot lions, leopards, buffaloes, elephants, giraffes, and more on a game drive
• 04 Take a boat cruise on the River Nile to see crocodiles, hippos, and water birds

This 3-day safari to Murchison Falls National Park takes you from Kampala to one of Uganda's most celebrated wildlife destinations. Visit the top of the falls, enjoy an early morning game drive to spot the African Big 4 and other animals, and take a boat cruise on the River Nile to see crocodiles, hippos, and water birds. With accommodation, transport, park entry permit, and the boat cruise included, this short safari offers a well-rounded experience of the park before returning to Kampala on day 3.

This 3-day safari to Murchison Falls National Park takes you from Kampala to one of Uganda's most celebrated wildlife destinations.

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

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Kampala to Murchison Falls National Park

• Pick up from Kampala and transfer to Murchison Falls National Park.
• En route, have lunch at Kabalega, then proceed to Murchison Falls National Park.
• Visit the top of the falls and stay overnight at Tilenga Lodge.

2

Day 02

Game Drive and Nile Boat Cruise

• Enjoy an early morning breakfast followed by a game drive to see the African Big 4: lions, leopards, buffaloes, elephants, and many more animals.
• After the game drive, return to the lodge for an early lunch and take a boat cruise on the River Nile to see crocodiles, hippos, water birds, and many more animals.
• After the boat cruise, return to the lodge for swimming and relaxation before dinner.

3

Day 03

Return to Kampala

• Have breakfast in the morning, check out, and drive back to Kampala.

End of trip.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Mid-range accommodation on a full-board basis
• Boat cruise
• Park entry permit
• Transport

What's Not Included

• Beers
• Sodas
• Juice and coffee

What to bring

• Local currency to buy souvenirs
• Insect repellant

Know before you go

• Payment is made before departure.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Kampala, Uganda

Tour start

Kampala, Uganda

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.