Uganda Tours

3 Days Uganda Wildlife Safari to Murchison Falls National Park

This compact three-day safari brings together three of northern Uganda’s standout experiences: rhino tracking at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, classic savannah wildlife viewing in Murchison Falls National Park and a Nile cruise towards the base…

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Duration3 days · 2 nights
Safari styleUganda Tours
DestinationsMurchison Falls National Park, Uganda, Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary
PlanningPrivate & flexible

The journey at a glance

Tour Overview

This compact three-day safari brings together three of northern Uganda’s standout experiences: rhino tracking at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, classic savannah wildlife viewing in Murchison Falls National Park and a Nile cruise towards the base of the falls.

It is an excellent choice for travellers with limited time who still want a varied safari, balancing a guided wildlife encounter, a game drive and the drama of the world-famous falls without making the journey feel rushed.

Thoughtful pacingTravel time and experiences balanced carefully.
Local supportA Kenya-based team from planning to journey home.
Made personalDates, stays and details can be shaped around you.

Day by day

Tour Itinerary

Open each day to explore the route, experiences, meals and overnight arrangements.

Day 01Day 01 Transfer to Murchison Falls Park with an enroute visit to Ziwa sanctuary

Day 1 will have you picked up from either Entebbe or Kampala by our expert safari guide who will give you a briefing about this epic safari that’s about to ensue. You will then kick start this safari as you embark on a 290km or 6-7 hours journey to Murchison Falls National Park which promises to give you thrilling encounters with a myriad of Uganda’s wildlife.

Along your journey, you will make a stopover at Ziwa rhino sanctuary where an encounter with the Rhinos is assured as this sanctuary is home to an ever-growing number of Rhinos. You will have an enroute lunch at Kabalega dinners before you continue with the rest of your journey to Murchison Falls Park.

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 02Day 02 Engage in a morning game drive and do an afternoon boat cruise to the bottom of the falls

Today you will engage in a stunning morning game drive in Murchison falls National Park and this will give a face to face encounter with the dwellers of this park such as 4 of the Africa’s big five lions, African elephants, leopards and cape buffaloes among many others like giraffes and a multitude of birds.
In the afternoon you will enjoy a mind-blowing boat cruise to the bottom of Murchison falls and the thunderous roar from these falls will surely let you know why they are referred to us the world’s strongest water falls. From here, you will hike to the top of these magnificent falls where you will be able to take numerous pictures in order to immortalize your visit forever to these magnificent falls.

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 03Day 03 Transfer from Murchison Falls National Park to Kampala

You will wake up at 7:00am to the sweet melodies of birds that will be singing their hearts off to the dawn of a new day that are interjected with numerous wild mammal calls. Enjoy your perfectly crafted breakfast that comes with a warm cup of coffee or tea & an assortment of snacks while you appreciate nature’s work after which you will check out of the lodge and embark on the transfer back to Entebbe.

Meal Plan: Breakfast & Lunch

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Inclusions & Exclusions

Tour Includes

  • Private safari transport in a comfortable 4x4 vehicle
  • Services of a professional English-speaking driver-guide
  • Accommodation and meals specifically stated in the itinerary
  • Park entrance and conservation fees for the listed activities
  • Bottled drinking water while travelling in the safari vehicle
  • En-route transfers and scheduled activities described in the itinerary
  • Guided rhino tracking and sanctuary entry at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary
  • Murchison Falls National Park game drive
  • Scheduled boat cruise to the base of Murchison Falls
  • Visit or hike to the top of the falls as described in the itinerary

Tour Excludes

  • International and regional flights
  • Uganda entry visa, travel insurance and medical or vaccination costs
  • Tips and gratuities for guides, rangers and lodge staff
  • Alcoholic drinks, soft drinks, laundry and personal purchases
  • Optional activities, upgrades and services not stated in the itinerary
  • Additional accommodation before or after the safari

Your journey, made personal

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