Uganda · Safari

3-Day Murchison Falls Safari with Rhino Tracking and Nile Cruise

3 Days Round trip from Uganda Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Guided rhino tracking at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary
02 Wildlife game drive in Murchison Falls National Park
03 Boat cruise on the Nile to the base of Murchison Falls
04 View the Nile squeezing through a narrow gorge at the falls

Embark on a 3-day adventure to Murchison Falls National Park, beginning with a visit to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for a guided rhino tracking experience. Enjoy thrilling game drives in the park, where you may spot elephants, lions, giraffes, buffaloes, and antelopes. Cruise along the Nile River to the base of Murchison Falls, observing hippos, crocodiles, and a variety of birds along the way. The journey is rounded out with scenic countryside drives between Entebbe and the park.

The boat trip ends with a spectacular view of the waterfall as the Nile squeezes through a narrow gorge.

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 Not applicable

Cities Kampala, Entebbe, Murchison Falls National Park, Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary

Languages English, French

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Entebbe Transfer and Rhino Tracking at Ziwa

Morning pickup from Entebbe International Airport or your hotel in Kampala.
Begin a scenic drive towards Murchison Falls National Park, with a stop at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary.
Enjoy a guided rhino tracking walk, offering the chance to see rhinos up close.
After rhino tracking, have lunch at a nearby restaurant.
Continue to Murchison Falls National Park and check in at your lodge.
Depending on your arrival time, you may opt for an evening nature walk or a sundowner experience.
Meal Plan: Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Fort Murchison

Day 02

Morning Game Drive and Nile Boat Cruise

Early in the morning, enjoy a game drive on the northern side of Murchison Falls National Park.
Look out for a variety of wildlife, including elephants, lions, giraffes, buffaloes, and antelopes.
After the game drive, return to the lodge for breakfast and some relaxation.
In the afternoon, embark on a boat cruise along the Nile River to the base of Murchison Falls.
Observe hippos, crocodiles, and a variety of birds during the cruise.
The boat trip ends with a spectacular view of the waterfall as the Nile squeezes through a narrow gorge.
There is also an option to hike to the top of the falls for a panoramic view.
Return to the lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Fort Murchison

Day 03

Return Journey to Entebbe

After breakfast, check out from the lodge and begin your return journey to Entebbe.
Enjoy scenic views of the countryside along the way, with an optional stop for lunch in Masindi.
Continue the journey and arrive at Entebbe International Airport in the afternoon or evening.
This concludes your Murchison Falls adventure.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: None (End of Tour)