Overview

This 3-day safari takes you to Murchison Falls National Park, Uganda’s largest and most dramatic wildlife reserve. Expect breathtaking landscapes, diverse wildlife, and the thunderous roar of the Nile as it squeezes through a 7-meter gorge at Murchison Falls.

Perfect for travelers with limited time, this short safari includes rhino trekking at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, exciting game drives in the park, and a Nile River boat cruise to the base of the falls.

Highlights

• 🦏 Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary – walk alongside southern white rhinos with expert rangers
• 🦁 Game Drives – spot lions, elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, and antelopes
• 🦩 Birdwatching – see Uganda’s famous shoebill stork and over 450 bird species
• 🚤 Nile Boat Safari – cruise past hippos, crocodiles, and wildlife along the riverbanks
• 🌊 Murchison Falls Hike – optional hike to the top of the falls for stunning views

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Itinerary at a Glance

Day 1: Rhino Tracking & The Journey to Murchison Falls

Your adventure begins with a pickup from Kampala or Entebbe. We head North through lush landscapes to the Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary. Here, you will track southern white rhinos on foot with a specialized ranger—a thrilling "Big Five" start to your trip. After lunch, we proceed to Murchison Falls National Park, arriving at your lodge in time for a sunset over the Nile.

• Highlight: Walking just meters away from wild Rhinos.

Day 2: Morning Game Drive & Nile Boat Cruise

Rise early for a morning game drive across the northern savannah. With the help of your expert guide, look for lions, leopards, elephants, and the rare Rothschild giraffes.

In the afternoon, board a Nile boat cruise upstream toward the base of the falls. You’ll drift past pods of hippos, massive Nile crocodiles, and colorful kingfishers. This is the perfect time for wildlife photography from the safety of the water before returning to your lodge for dinner.

• Highlight: Seeing elephants and buffaloes watering along the Nile banks.

Day 3: The Twin Falls Hike & Return Journey

Before leaving the park, we drive to the Top of the Falls. You will take a short, scenic hike to the various viewpoints where you can witness the Nile squeezing through a 7-meter gorge. From this vantage point, you will see both Murchison Falls and the neighboring Uhuru Falls, which was formed during the 1962 floods. After taking in these spectacular views, we begin our scenic journey back to Kampala or Entebbe.

• Highlight: Feeling the ground tremble at the Top of the Falls.

What's Included

• ✅ Transport in a 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
• ✅ Professional English / German-speaking guide
• ✅ Rhino trekking at Ziwa Sanctuary
• ✅ Game drives & Nile boat safari
• ✅ Park entrance fees
• ✅ Accommodation (based on package)
• ✅ Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner as per itinerary)

What's Not Included

• ❌ International flights
• ❌ Visa fees
• ❌ Alcoholic drinks & personal expenses
• ❌ Tips to guides, rangers, and hotel staff

Pricing (Indicative)

• Budget option: from $530 per person

• Midrange option: from $1,050 per person

• Luxury option: from $1,400 per person

• (Prices vary depending on season, group size, and lodge choice. Request a quote for exact pricing.)

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