Uganda · Safari

3-Day Murchison Falls Safari from Entebbe with Rhino Tracking

3 Days Round trip from Entebbe Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Track Southern White Rhinos on foot at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary
  • 02 Hike to the Top of the Falls and see the Nile squeeze through a 7-meter gap
  • 03 Explore Murchison Falls National Park, Uganda's biggest national park
  • 04 Cruise to the bottom of Murchison Falls to spot hippos and Nile crocodiles
  • 05 Search for lions, leopards, elephants, giraffes, and abundant birdlife on safari

You are set for an exciting African safari in Uganda, known as the Pearl of Africa, a land of pristine natural beauty filled with amazing experiences. This journey gives you the opportunity to immerse yourself in incredible wilderness, exciting activities, and lifetime memories in the making. Travel from Entebbe to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary and Murchison Falls National Park to encounter remarkable wildlife, stunning landscapes, and the mighty Nile as it surges through the falls.

There, you shall have a walking safari to meet the Southern White Rhinos that have been reintroduced in Uganda.

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, Entebbe, Murchison Falls National Park, Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary
Languages English, French, German

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary and Murchison Falls Arrival

  • After breakfast, your assigned professional English-speaking tour guide will pick you up from the hotel. Driving through Kampala, you will proceed to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary.
  • There, you shall have a walking safari to meet the Southern White Rhinos that have been reintroduced in Uganda.
  • In the afternoon, you will drive to the legendary Murchison Falls National Park, which is Uganda's biggest national park.
  • Upon arrival, check in at your accommodation, then proceed to hike to the Top of the Falls, from which the park derives its name. Enjoy these spectacular falls, where the Nile squeezes through a 7-meter gap.
  • Return to your accommodation and relax.

Accommodation: Pakuba Safari Lodge, Para Safari Lodge, Nile Safari Lodge, Sambiya River Lodge, Murchison River Lodge

Transit time: Approx. 6 hours, 364km

2
Day 02

Morning Game Drive and Boat Cruise to the Falls

  • After an early breakfast, proceed for an early morning game drive. This is a beautiful drive across the savannah, Borassus Palm Forest, and grassland to Lake Albert, where the Albert Nile heads north. Drive in the open African savannah in search of lions, leopards, hyena, buffalo, elephant, Jackson hartebeest, oribi, waterbucks, Uganda kobs, and giraffes, and enjoy spotting various bird species such as the Secretary bird, Black-chested Snake Eagle, Tawny Eagle, Martial Eagle, Carmine Bee-eater, and Swallow-tailed Bee-eater, among many more.
  • Return to the accommodation for some rest time and lunch. In the afternoon, go on a boat cruise to the bottom of Murchison Falls, where you will see more animals, including hippos and Nile crocodiles. Return to the accommodation and relax.

Accommodation: Pakuba Safari Lodge, Para Safari Lodge, Nile Safari Lodge, Sambiya River Lodge, Murchison River Lodge

3
Day 03

Final Game Drive and Return to Entebbe

  • Have breakfast at the lodge and proceed for the last game drive through Uganda's largest national park.
  • Return to the lodge for check-out, then continue to Kampala or Entebbe airport. Lunch will be at Kabalega Diners.
  • You will be dropped off at your preferred location in Kampala/Entebbe.

Transit time: Approx. 6 hours, 364km

Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, Murchison Falls National Park, Lake Albert

Where this trip takes you

Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, Murchison Falls National Park, Lake Albert

The route

Where you'll travel

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

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Assigned professional English-speaking tour guide
  • Transportation in a comfortable 4x4 safari car
  • Meals specified with en suite facility
  • Accommodation with en suite facility
  • Applicable park entries and fees
  • Activities as stipulated in the itinerary
  • Game drives
  • Boat cruise to the bottom of Murchison Falls
  • Bottled drinking water while on safari

What's Not Included

  • Personal/travel insurance
  • Phone calls and bar bills
  • Air fare (unless requested)
  • Laundry
  • All other services of a personal nature
  • Entry visa to Uganda
  • Evacuations
  • Expensive drinks

What to bring

  • Safari clothing for every occasion. We recommend packing comfortable clothing that is not too tight or heavy. Choose neutral colours like brown, grey, green, beige, and khaki. Include long-sleeved shirts and pants, as they will protect you from the sun and insect bites. Pack some light jackets or sweaters, closed walking shoes, flip-flops, sandals, a swimsuit, a good sun hat, sunglasses, and a backpack to carry your valuables, water, and snacks.
  • Gadgets such as good binoculars and good cameras
  • Mosquito repellent
  • Anti-malarial medication

Know before you go

  • The park is heavily guarded by armed ranger guides of the Uganda Wildlife Authority.
  • It is a savannah park safari road trip, so it is vital to follow the rules.
  • All activities are guided.
  • All food allergies must be known before the tour starts.

Logistics

Meeting & route

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

Your 3 days finish where they began, in Entebbe.

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