Uganda · Wildlife

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

3 Days Round trip from Kampala Easy pace

Sighting a Leopard at Murchison National Park

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore Uganda's largest conservation area, Murchison Falls National Park
02 Encounter rhinos on a trek at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary
03 Enjoy thrilling game drives to spot big cats, elephants, giraffes, and buffaloes
04 Cruise on the Nile to see hippos, Nile crocodiles, elephants, and birdlife
05 Visit the top of Murchison Falls to witness water surging through a narrow crevice

Embark on a thrilling 3-day safari to Murchison Falls National Park, beginning with a rhino trek at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary. Enjoy exciting game drives in Uganda's largest conservation area, where you may spot big cats, elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, and more. Cruise along the Nile to the base of Murchison Falls for close-up views of hippos, Nile crocodiles, elephants, and beautiful birdlife. Complete the adventure with a visit to the top of the falls to witness the powerful water surging through a narrow crevice.

Cruise along the Nile to the base of Murchison Falls for close-up views of hippos, Nile crocodiles, elephants, and beautiful birdlife.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Yes

Cities Kampala, Murchison Falls National Park, Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Transfer to Murchison Falls via Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary

Depart from Kampala in the morning for your 3-day safari to Murchison Falls.
Stop at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, where you'll trek to observe the impressive rhinos being reintroduced to Uganda.
Enjoy lunch along the way and continue the journey to Murchison Falls National Park.
Arrive at Hornbill Bush Lodge to check in and relax.

Overnight stay at Hornbill Bush Lodge.

Day 02

Morning Game Drive and Nile Boat Cruise

Begin the day with a morning game drive through Murchison Falls National Park. Look out for big cats hunting, elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, and many other animals.
Drive through the circuits to the Delta Point, where you can spot birds and mammals.
After lunch, embark on a 3-hour boat cruise to the base of Murchison Falls. Along the Nile banks, enjoy close-up views of hippos yawning and grooming, Nile crocodiles, elephants, and a variety of beautiful bird species.

Return to Hornbill Bush Lodge for dinner and overnight stay.

Day 03

Top of the Falls Visit and Return to Kampala

Check out of your lodge in the morning and enjoy a final game drive in Murchison Falls National Park. Spot more big cats and giraffes on your last safari drive.
Visit the top of Murchison Falls, where you'll witness the explosive water gushing through a narrow crevice-a spectacular and memorable sight.
Start the journey back to Kampala, enjoying lunch along the way.
Your guide will drop you off in Kampala, marking the end of your 3-day Murchison Falls safari.