3-Day Murchison Falls Safari with Game Drives, Boat Cruise and Rhino Tracking
Highlights
Murchison Falls National Park
nature, photography, Wildlife
Private Tour
3 Days
Easy
English
Description
Embark on a 3-day safari adventure to Murchison Falls National Park, Uganda’s largest and most scenic reserve. Witness the dramatic power of the Nile River as it surges through a narrow gorge at the iconic Murchison Falls. Enjoy thrilling game drives in search of Africa’s Big Five, a peaceful boat cruise along the Nile teeming with hippos and crocodiles, and an unforgettable rhino tracking experience on foot at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary.
Itinerary
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Day 1: Travel to Murchison Falls National Park & Visit the Top of the Falls
- Begin the journey from Kampala or Entebbe via a smooth and scenic road to Murchison Falls National Park.
Arrive at the park in time for lunch.
Enjoy a delicious lunch at your selected lodge and prepare for an afternoon adventure.
Take a guided walk to the top of Murchison Falls.
Witness the powerful Nile River squeeze through a narrow 7-meter gorge before plunging down a steep cliff, creating a dramatic display of force and mist.
Visit several viewpoints to experience the falls from different angles and feel the energy of the water.
Optionally, descend partway for a panoramic view of the entire waterfall and surrounding landscape.
Return to your lodge for dinner and overnight stay.
Accommodation Options:
Luxury: Paraa Safari Lodge / Nile Safari Lodge
Midrange: Pakuba Safari Lodge / Murchison River Lodge
Budget: Heritage Safari Lodge / Red Chilli Rest Camp
Meal Plan: Lunch & Dinner
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Day 2: Game Drive & Boat Cruise to the Base of the Falls
- Wake up early and have a hearty breakfast.
Embark on a morning game drive through the northern sector of the park.
Explore diverse ecosystems including savanna, borassus palm groves, acacia woodland, and riverine forests.
Search for iconic African wildlife such as Lion, Elephant, Leopard, Buffalo, Giraffe, Hyena, Uganda Kob, Warthog, Patas Monkey, and the elusive Jackson’s Hartebeest.
Look out for Nile Crocodiles, which are especially abundant here.
Spot a variety of birdlife—over 450 bird species inhabit the park. Notable species include the Shoebill, Goliath Heron, Pel’s Fishing Owl, Grey Crowned Crane, and Saddle-billed Stork.
Return to your lodge for a relaxing midday break and lunch.
In the afternoon, board a boat for a 3-hour cruise on the Nile River.
Sail along calm stretches of the river toward the base of Murchison Falls.
Watch for Hippos, Crocodiles, and numerous water birds such as the African Fish Eagle, Giant Kingfisher, African Jacana, and Red-throated Bee-eater.
Marvel at the thunderous power of the falls from below, an unforgettable sight.
Return to your lodge for dinner and a restful evening.
Accommodation Options:
Luxury: Paraa Safari Lodge / Nile Safari Lodge
Midrange: Pakuba Safari Lodge / Murchison River Lodge
Budget: Heritage Safari Lodge / Red Chilli Rest Camp
Meal Plan: Lunch & Dinner
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Day 3: Rhino Tracking at Ziwa Sanctuary & Return to Kampala/Entebbe
- Have breakfast and check out from your lodge.
Drive leisurely through the park’s game trails, watching for more wildlife on the way out.
Stop at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for a unique opportunity to track White Rhinos on foot.
Join a guided one-hour trek and observe these majestic animals in their natural habitat.
Learn about rhino conservation and the sanctuary’s vital role in restoring rhino populations in Uganda.
Continue your drive back to Kampala or Entebbe.
Arrive in the late afternoon, ending your memorable 3-day safari.
Accommodation: Not Included
Meal Plan: Breakfast & Lunch
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Cancellation Policy
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For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.
Price
Adult | |
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1 to 10 | /person |
Child | |
1 to 10 | /person |
This is a private tour |