3-Day Murchison Falls Safari with Rhino Tracking and Nile Cruise
Highlights
Murchison Falls National Park, Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary
nature, safari, Wildlife
Private Tour
3 Days
Medium
English, French, German
Description
Embark on a 3-day safari through Uganda’s iconic Murchison Falls National Park. Begin your journey with rhino tracking at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, then explore the savannah on thrilling game drives where lions, elephants, and giraffes roam. Cruise along the Nile River to the base of the thunderous Murchison Falls and visit the top of the falls for sweeping views and photo opportunities.
Itinerary
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Day 1: Transfer to Murchison Falls National Park via Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary
- Meet your professional safari driver-guide upon arrival at Entebbe Airport or your hotel.
Begin the journey northwards to Murchison Falls National Park, Uganda’s oldest and largest national park.
Stop en route at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for an exciting one-hour guided rhino tracking experience.
Observe white rhinos in their natural habitat, completing the first of the Big Five encounters.
Continue the drive to the park, enjoying the changing landscapes along the way.
Arrive at the lodge, check in, and relax.
Admire scenic views of the Nile and possibly spot hippos or Nile crocodiles near the riverbanks.
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Day 2: Morning Game Drive and Afternoon Boat Cruise to the Bottom of the Falls
- Depart for an early morning game drive after breakfast.
Explore the park’s northern circuit in search of wildlife including elephants, lions, giraffes, leopards, buffaloes, and antelopes.
Spot various bird species such as the shoebill stork, Abyssinian ground hornbill, and the dwarf kingfisher.
Return to the lodge for lunch and a short rest.
Embark on a thrilling afternoon boat cruise along the Nile River to the base of Murchison Falls.
Encounter hippos, crocodiles, and a range of aquatic birds including kingfishers and fish eagles.
Marvel at the thunderous cascade where the Nile squeezes through a narrow gorge.
Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight.
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Day 3: Visit the Top of the Falls and Transfer Back to Entebbe
- Eat breakfast and check out from your lodge.
Drive to the top of Murchison Falls to witness the Nile exploding through a 7-meter crevice and plunging 43 meters below.
Experience the mist, sound, and rainbow often seen in the powerful spray.
Alternatively, choose to do a short transfer game drive to spot any missed wildlife sightings.
Begin the return journey to Entebbe, stopping for lunch en route.
Arrive in Entebbe in the evening, marking the end of your safari adventure.
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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 |