3 Days Murchison Falls National Park Safari.
This 3-day safari to Murchison Falls National Park is the perfect getaway for wildlife enthusiasts, photographers, and nature lovers looking for a short but action-packed adventure. Whether it’s the thrilling game drives, the serene boat safari, or the breathtaking waterfall views, this trip guarantees an unforgettable experience in Uganda’s wild heart.
Book your Murchison Falls safari today and experience Uganda’s untamed beauty like never before!
Duration
3 days
Max People
100
Min Age
12+
Pickup
Airpot
Embark on an unforgettable 3-day safari to Murchison Falls National Park, Uganda’s largest and most spectacular wildlife haven. This adventure takes you through breathtaking landscapes, teeming with diverse wildlife and crowned by the mighty Murchison Falls, where the Nile squeezes through a narrow gorge and plunges dramatically.
Experience thrilling game drives, a scenic boat safari on the Nile, and a rewarding hike to the top of Murchison Falls, offering an all-encompassing wildlife and nature experience in just three days.
Tour Highlights:
- Scenic drive through Uganda’s countryside
- Game drives with opportunities to spot lions, elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, and more
- Boat safari on the Nile, with close encounters with hippos, crocodiles, and birdlife
- A guided hike to the top of Murchison Falls, offering panoramic views of the roaring waterfall
- Spectacular photography opportunities of Uganda’s wildlife and landscapes
Included/Excluded
- Transport in a 4x4 safari vehicle with a professional driver-guide
- Park entrance fees and all conservation fees
- Game drives in Murchison Falls National Park
- Boat safari on the Nile River
- Guided hike to the top of Murchison Falls
- Experienced and professional English-speaking safari guide
- Bottled drinking water throughout the trip
- All meals as per itinerary
- Accommodation
- International and domestic flights
- Visa fees and personal travel insurance
- Alcoholic and soft drinks (unless stated)
- Optional activities like Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary visit
- Tips and gratuities for guides and lodge staff
- Personal expenses such as souvenirs and extra services
Tour Plan
Your journey begins with an early morning departure from Kampala or Entebbe, heading northwest towards Murchison Falls National Park. The scenic drive takes you through the lush countryside, traditional villages, and rolling landscapes.
En route, you’ll have a stop at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary (optional), where you can track rhinos on foot and see them up close. This is the only place in Uganda where you can encounter these endangered giants in the wild.
After lunch, continue the journey into the park, arriving in the afternoon. Before heading to your accommodation, you’ll visit the top of Murchison Falls, where the Nile explodes through a narrow 7-meter gorge before plunging 45 meters down with a thunderous roar. The view from here is breathtaking and offers excellent photography opportunities.
Later, check in at your lodge, enjoy a relaxing evening, and prepare for an exciting safari the next day.
Budget Accommodation: Red chili safari lodge / Heritage Safari Lodge
Mid Range Accommodation: Pakuba safari lodge / Murchison Bamboo village/ Sambiya safari lodge
Luxury Accommodation: Entikko safari lodge / Nile Safari Lodge
Wake up early for a thrilling morning game drive in the park’s northern sector, where wildlife is most abundant. As the sun rises over the savannah, expect to see herds of elephants, towers of giraffes, prides of lions, buffaloes, leopards, and various antelope species roaming freely. Keep your camera ready, as this is the best time to capture wildlife in action.
After a rewarding game drive, return for breakfast and relaxation at the lodge.
In the afternoon, embark on an unforgettable boat safari on the Nile. This 3-hour cruise takes you to the base of Murchison Falls, offering close encounters with schools of hippos, basking crocodiles, elephants drinking along the riverbanks, and an impressive array of bird species, including the rare shoebill stork. The sight of the falls from the boat is mesmerizing, with mist rising into the sky as the Nile crashes down.
Return to the lodge for a relaxed evening, reflecting on the day’s incredible experiences.
Budget Accommodation: Red chili safari lodge / Heritage Safari Lodge
Mid Range Accommodation: Pakuba safari lodge / Murchison Bamboo village/ Sambiya safari lodge
Luxury Accommodation: Entikko safari lodge / Nile Safari Lodge
After an early breakfast, set out for the Murchison Falls hike, a short but rewarding trek that offers spectacular views from the top of the falls. Feel the raw power of the Nile as it squeezes through the gorge and plunges into the depths below. This guided walk gives you a deeper appreciation of the park’s rugged beauty and is perfect for adventure lovers.
After the hike, begin your journey back to Kampala or Entebbe, with an en-route stop for lunch. Arrive in the late afternoon, marking the end of a memorable 3-day Murchison Falls Safari.
Budget Accommodation: Red chili safari lodge / Heritage Safari Lodge
Mid Range Accommodation: Pakuba safari lodge / Murchison Bamboo village/ Sambiya safari lodge
Luxury Accommodation: Entikko safari lodge / Nile Safari Lodge
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Alani –
Travelling with kids is always challenging but the amazing crew made our life very easy onboard a boat at this breathtaking place