WILDLIFE AND WATERFALLS – MURCHISON MAGIC
Tour Detail
Murchison Falls National Park (in north-western Uganda) is the country’s largest and oldest national park, famous for its dramatic waterfall, where the Nile River forces itself through a narrow gorge and plunges 43 meters down. A safari here combines classic wildlife viewing, river experiences, and spectacular scenery.
Itinerary Highlight
- Rhino tracking at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary
- Game drive in Murchison Falls National Park
- Boat cruise to the base of Murchison Falls
- Hiking to the top of Murchison Falls
- Scenic views of the Nile and savannah landscape
Price Includes
- Rhino tracking at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary
- Game drive in Murchison Falls National Park
- Boat cruise to the base of Murchison Falls
- Hiking to the top of Murchison Falls
- Scenic views of the Nile and savannah landscape
What is not included
- Personal expenses of any nature
- Extra activity not mentioned in the itinerary
- Gratitude to individuals
- Optional activities
- Alcoholic beverages and personal expenses
- Travel insurance
- Visa processing
Cost of Safari per person in $ (USD)
| Hotel options Sole traveler | 2pax | 3pax | 4pax | 5pax | ||||||
| Tourist van | Landcruiser | Tourist van | Landcruiser | Tourist van | Landcruiser | Tourist van | Landcruiser | Tourist van | Landcruiser | |
| Budget | 2,172 | 2,629 | 1,388 | 1,617 | 1,127 | 1,279 | 996 | 1,110 | 918 | 1,009 |
| Midrange | 2,409 | 3,227 | 1,986 | 2,215 | 1,725 | 1,877 | 1,516 | 1,708 | 1,516 | 1,607 |
| Luxury | 5,418 | 5,874 | 4,633 | 4,862 | 4,372 | 4,524 | 4,229 | 4,355 | 4,163 | 4,254 |
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1:Kampala – Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary – Murchison Falls National Park (apprx 306 km)
Experience:
- 6:30 AM: Depart from Kampala and drive towards Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary (approximately 3 hours).
9:30 AM – 11:30 AM:
- Arrive at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for an exciting rhino tracking experience.
- Enjoy a guided trek with rangers to observe rhinos in their natural habitat.
- 12:00 PM: Lunch at a nearby restaurant or picnic site at Zziwa.
- 1:30 PM: Proceed to Murchison Falls National Park via Masindi (approx. 2.5 hours).
- 4:00 PM: Check into your lodge. Suggested lodges:
- Accommodation options, Budget, Midrange, Luxury
Meal plan: Lunch & dinner
5:00 PM – 6:30 PM: Enjoy an evening and relax around the lodge
7:30 PM: Dinner and overnight at the lodge
Day 2: Game Drive and Boat Cruise in Murchison Falls National Park
Experience:
- 6:00 AM: Early morning game drive on the northern bank of the park. Look out for lions, leopards, buffaloes, and a variety of bird species.
- 10:00 AM: Return to the lodge for breakfast and relaxation.
- 12:30 PM: Lunch at the lodge.
2:00 PM – 5:00 PM:
- Afternoon boat cruise to the base of Murchison Falls.
- Spot aquatic wildlife like hippos, crocodiles, and water birds.
- Take in the stunning views of the mighty falls.
- 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM: Transfer back to your lodge, refresh and relax at the lodge.
- 7:30 PM: Dinner and overnight at the lodge.
- Meal plan: full board
Day 3: Murchison Falls – Return to Kampala
Experience:
- 7:00 AM: Breakfast at the lodge.
- 8:00 AM: Depart for a visit to the top of Murchison Falls (if not done the previous day).
- 10:30 AM: Begin the journey back to Kampala with en-route stops for refreshments.
- 11:00 AM: Lunch stop at Kabalega Dinner in Masindi.
- 5:00 PM: Arrive in Kampala. End of the tour.
- Meal plan: BB
