Murchison Falls National Park Safari

  • Duration: 5 DAYS
  • Uganda

Trip Overview

Explore Murchison Falls National Park, the largest conservation area in Uganda, on this 5-day safari. The park is traversed by the mighty River Nile and offers a diverse range of wildlife and activities. Experience thrilling game drives, boat cruises to the base of the falls, chimpanzee tracking, and a visit to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary. This adventure promises a memorable and immersive wildlife experience.

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Itinerary

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Day 1: Transfer to Murchison Falls National Park

You will be met by your guide at your hotel for a short briefing about your 5-day safari. Then, embark on a 4-5 hour drive to Murchison Falls National Park. Enjoy an en-route lunch in Masindi or Kabalega. Upon entering the park, visit the top of the falls where the Nile’s beauty is on full display as it compresses from 50 meters to squeeze through a 6-meter canyon, dropping 40 meters with a thunderous roar. Proceed with a game drive en route to your lodge for overnight.

  • Meal plan: Lunch and Dinner
  • Drive time: 4-5 hours
  • Accommodation: Murchison River Lodge

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Day 2: Morning Game Drive and Boat Cruise to the Bottom of the Falls

After breakfast, cross the ferry to the northern part of Murchison Falls National Park for an early morning game drive. The Paraa area is rich in wildlife, including lions, buffaloes, elephants, several antelope species, and more. In the afternoon, embark on a boat cruise to the base of the falls, a highlight of the park. Expect to see many buffaloes, elephants, crocodiles, and a variety of birds as you cruise upstream to the falls.

  • Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
  • Accommodation: Murchison River Lodge

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Day 3: Delta Cruise on the Nile and Afternoon Game Drive

Depart early from the lodge with a picnic lunch and transfer to catch the morning boat at the jetty. During the cruise, spot herds of buffaloes, Uganda kobs, Jackson’s hartebeest, giraffes, elephants, and various bird species. In the afternoon, enjoy another game drive before returning to the lodge for relaxation and overnight.

  • Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
  • Accommodation: Murchison River Lodge

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Day 4: Chimp Tracking and Transfer to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary

After an early breakfast, transfer to the ferry crossing point and proceed to Budongo Forest for chimp tracking. After a briefing, an experienced ranger will lead you through the forest. Once the chimpanzees are located, spend up to one hour with them. Afterward, return to the lodge for lunch, then transfer to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary.

  • Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
  • Accommodation: Amuka Safari Lodge

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Day 5: Rhino Tracking at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary and Departure

After breakfast, track both white and black rhinos at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary. Rhinos were poached to extinction in Uganda during the 1970s, but efforts are underway to restore them. After tracking, drive back to Kampala or Entebbe International Airport for your departure flight.

  • Meal plan: Breakfast and Lunch

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