Embarking on a 4 Day Safari to Murchison Falls National Park is a remarkable journey into the wild heart of Uganda’s premier national park, where majestic landscapes and rich biodiversity come together. This safari provides an unforgettable experience filled with thrilling wildlife encounters, unforgettable scenic landscapes, and an awe-inspiring up-close view of the legendary thunderous Murchison Falls, one of the world’s most powerful waterfalls. From the roar of the falls to the gentle flow of the Nile, this safari delivers an adventure that promises to be etched in memory forever.
Safari Highlights:
- Game Drive Through the Savannah plains.
- Boat Safari on the Nile to the bottom of the falls.
- Hike to the Top of Murchison Falls.
Detailed Itinerary:
Day 1: Arrival at Entebbe International Airport
Upon arrival at Entebbe International Airport, you will be welcomed by our meet-and-greet lounge host, who will ensure a seamless transition from the airport and aid you through fast-track assistance with visas and luggage collection. After the immigration and baggage collection process, you will be handed over to our driver guide to start your safari journey. You will then be transferred to your hotel for dinner and overnight.
Dinner and overnight at Hotel Number 5 (Luxury), Protea Hotel by Marriott (Midrange), Airport Guest House (Budget).
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Dinner.
Day 2: Transfer Toto Murchison Falls National Park Via Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary
The adventure begins with an early breakfast at 0600hrs. You then travel through Kampala, Uganda’s bustling capital. The scenic 6-7-hour drive to Murchison Falls National Park offers an introduction to Uganda’s diverse countryside, showcasing picturesque villages, lush farmlands, and glimpses of local life. You’ll make a stopover at the Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary en-route to the park to engage in on-foot rhino tracking. The sanctuary, located halfway between Kampala and Murchison Falls, is home to Uganda’s only wild white rhinos, offering an up-close experience of these majestic creatures. Upon arrival, we enter the park through the Kichumbanyobo gate and visit the top of the falls for magnificent, picturesque moments before checking in at your lodge.
Covering over 3,800 square kilometers, Murchison Falls National Park is Uganda’s largest national park, renowned for its sprawling savannah, riverine woodlands, and vibrant wildlife.Murchison Falls National Park has over 76 mammal species and 451 bird species. Reptiles like the Nile crocodile, hippo, and the rare semi-aquatic Sitatunga antelope. You may glimpse the big 5 mammals: Lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, Rothschild’s giraffes, warthogs, giant forest hog, Uganda Kob, topi, and waterbuck.
Dinner and overnight at Nile Safari Lodge (Luxury), Pakuba Safari Lodge (Midrange), Red ChilliCamp (Budget)
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3: Game Drive – Boat Cruise – Hike to the Top of the Falls
The third day begins with a cup of coffee at 0600hrs before stepping out for an early morning game drive, a perfect time to spot some of Murchison Falls’ iconic animals. Accompanied by a knowledgeable guide, you’ll explore the Buligi Game Tracks that stretch between the Victoria and Albert tracks. This area is ideal for seeing large herds of elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, and the occasional predators like lions and leopards. You will also spot numerous giraffes, Hartebeest, Bushbucks, Jackal, hyenas, oribis, Uganda kobs, etc. Bird enthusiasts will enjoy sightings of species like the Goliath heron, Abyssinian ground hornbill, and African fish eagle. After an exciting morning on the safari, you’ll return to the lodge for lunch and relaxation.
A short rest at the lodge allows for a smooth transition to an afternoon boat safari along the Nile at 1400hrs. The boat safari provides stunning views of the Nile River to the bottom of the Murchison Falls, the longest river in the world, and introduces the safari’s first sightings of large schools of hippos, crocodiles, and diverse bird species like rare shoebill stork, Fish Eagle, African Skimmer, Grey-crowned Crane, Black-headed Gonolek, Goliath Heron, Green-winged, Long-toed Plover, Saddle-billed Stork. Avid photographers will love the opportunity to capture these remarkable animals in their natural habitat, backdropped by the park’s lush vegetation.
Optional Activity: $15 Per Person.
For those up for the challenge, a guided hike to the top of the falls reveals awe-inspiring views and an up-close look at the mighty Nile plunging through a narrow 7-meter gorge. The roar of the waterfall and the mist in the air create a memorable and immersive experience of nature’s raw power.
Dinner and overnight at Nile Safari Lodge (Luxury), Pakuba Safari Lodge (Midrange), Red ChilliCamp (Budget)
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4: One More Game Drive – Return to Kampala/Entebbe – Departure
Our final morning in Murchison Falls National Park includes one last game drive at 0600hrs. This is a last chance to see any wildlife we may have missed earlier. Early morning is a great time to encounter predators returning from a night’s hunt or observe the park’s abundant herbivores grazing in the soft morning light. After the game drive and breakfast, we begin our journey back to Kampala, stopping along the way to stretch and take in more of Uganda’s scenic landscapes. A typical stop is at Masindi or Nakasongola town, where travelers can enjoy a local lunch before resuming the trip back to the city. As we drive back to Kampala/Entebbe, the memories of the safari stay fresh and keep ringing bells in your mind. Depending on the time of departure you will be transferred to the airport for your flight back home.
End of the 4 Day Safari to Murchison Falls National Park.
The 4 Day Safari to Murchison Falls National Park includes;
1. All park entrance fees.
2. All game drives and boat trips.
3. Ground transport in a 4WD Safari vehicle.
4. All Accommodation as indicated in the itinerary.
5. All Meals as indicated in the itinerary.
6. English-speaking driver/guide.
7. Refreshments in the safari vehicle.
Exclusions.
1. All Tips to Hotels/Lodges/Camps staff and Safari Guide.
2. Alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks that are not accompanying meals.
3. International flight/s and departure taxes and other taxes.
4. Visa fees. Visas are available online or at arrival at all Entry points.