3 Days Murchison Falls Safari

The 3 Days Murchison Falls Safari is one of Uganda’s most popular wildlife adventures, taking you to the country’s largest and oldest national park. Murchison Falls National Park is famous for its abundant wildlife, spectacular landscapes, and the mighty Murchison Falls where the River Nile forces itself through a narrow 7-meter gorge before plunging into a powerful cascade below.

This safari combines exciting game drives, a boat cruise on the Nile, rhino tracking at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, and a visit to the top of the falls. Visitors have opportunities to see elephants, lions, giraffes, buffaloes, hippos, crocodiles, antelopes, and hundreds of bird species in one of East Africa’s most remarkable wildlife destinations.

Day 1: Transfer to Murchison Falls National Park via Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary

Your safari begins with an early morning departure from Kampala or Entebbe. Drive north through Uganda’s countryside towards Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, the only place in Uganda where wild rhinos can be tracked on foot.

Upon arrival, enjoy a guided rhino tracking experience led by experienced rangers. You will walk through the sanctuary while learning about rhino conservation and observing these magnificent animals at close range.

After lunch, continue to Murchison Falls National Park. Upon arrival, visit the top of Murchison Falls where the Nile squeezes through a narrow gorge before crashing down with incredible force. Enjoy the spectacular views and photography opportunities before proceeding to your lodge.

Accommodation: Pakuba Safari Lodge / Murchison River Lodge / Fort Murchison / Hornbill Bush Lodge

Meal Plan: Lunch and Dinner

Day 2: Morning Game Drive, Nile Boat Cruise and Top of the Falls Visit

Wake up early for a morning game drive across the northern sector of Murchison Falls National Park, the park’s most wildlife-rich area.

During the game drive, search for elephants, lions, Rothschild’s giraffes, buffaloes, Jackson’s hartebeests, Uganda kobs, waterbucks, oribis, and numerous bird species. Predators such as leopards and hyenas may also be spotted.

Return to the lodge for lunch before heading to Paraa for the famous afternoon boat cruise on the River Nile. The cruise takes you upstream to the base of Murchison Falls and offers excellent wildlife viewing opportunities.

Along the riverbanks, you may see large pods of hippos, Nile crocodiles, elephants, buffaloes, and a variety of water birds including African fish eagles, kingfishers, bee-eaters, and herons.

The boat stops near the base of the falls, providing incredible views of the water as it crashes through the narrow gorge above.

Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight.

Accommodation: Pakuba Safari Lodge / Murchison River Lodge / Fort Murchison / Hornbill Bush Lodge

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 3: Return to Entebbe or Kampala

After breakfast, check out and begin your return journey to Kampala or Entebbe.

Enjoy scenic views of rural Uganda as you travel south. A lunch stop will be made along the way before continuing to your final destination.

Arrive in Kampala or Entebbe in the late afternoon or evening, marking the end of your safari.

Accommodation: No Overnight Accommodation

Meal Plan: Breakfast and Lunch

Optional Activities

Murchison Falls National Park

• Hot Air Balloon Safari
• Nile Delta Boat Cruise
• Sport Fishing on the Nile
• Bird Watching Safari
• Nature Walks
• Community Cultural Visit
• Sunrise Photography Safari
• Night Game Drive
• Hiking Around Murchison Falls
• Bush Breakfast Experience