4-Day Murchison Falls Tour, the Big 5 Holiday

• You'll be collected from the airport.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Transfer to murchison falls national park, ziwa rhino tracking on the way

Begin your journey with a scenic transfer to Murchison Falls National Park, Uganda’s largest and most iconic conservation area. Along the way, make a stop at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, the only place in the country where you can track rhinos on foot in their natural habitat. Accompanied by experienced rangers, enjoy an up-close encounter with these creatures as you learn about ongoing conservation efforts to restore Uganda’s rhino population. Continue through picturesque landscapes of rural villages, rolling hills, and lush woodlands before arriving at the park. As you enter Murchison Falls, the environment transforms into a blend of acacia-dotted savanna, dense riverine forest, and the Nile River cutting through the terrain. Settle into your lodge and prepare for the next day’s adventures, game drives, boat cruises, and the unforgettable experience of witnessing the world’s most powerful waterfall, where the Nile explodes through a narrow gorge in a spectacular display of force and beauty.

Main Destination:

Murchison Falls National Park

Best Time To Visit December to February (Easier to spot animals)

High Season June to September (Peak time for Uganda)

Best Weather June and July (Less rain and lower temperatures)

Wildlife in Murchison Falls NP

ChimpanzeeOccasional

ElephantCommon

GiraffeCommon

LionCommon

BuffaloCommon

HippoAbundant

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LeopardOccasional

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

CheetahNone

ZebraNone

WildebeestNone

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

Ikorom Safari Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located less than 1hr drive from Murchison Falls NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Morning gamedrive, afternoon boatcruise, visit top op the falls

Begin your day with a morning game drive across the vast savannas of Murchison Falls National Park, as the golden sunrise reveals a landscape teeming with life. Venture into the open plains in search of Africa’s iconic wildlife, elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, antelopes, and, with luck, lions or leopards on the prowl. The morning hours offer the best chance to witness predators in action and capture the park’s breathtaking beauty in soft light.

In the afternoon, embark on a boat cruise along the Nile River, gliding upstream towards the base of the falls. Along the riverbanks, spot hippos, basking crocodiles, and a dazzling array of birdlife. The cruise culminates at the base of Murchison Falls, where the Nile crashes through a narrow 7-meter gorge & falls 45m into the gorge with thunderous power. Return to the starting point, and drive to the top of the falls for a guided hike to the top of the falls, where panoramic views and misty spray reveal the raw power of this natural wonder.

Main Destination:

Murchison Falls National Park

Accommodation:

Ikorom Safari Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located less than 1hr drive from Murchison Falls NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Morning delta cruise, and evening gamedrive

Begin your day with a tranquil morning delta cruise on the Victoria Nile, where the river fans out into a rich wetland teeming with life before flowing into Lake Albert. This serene experience offers exceptional birdwatching opportunities; look out for the shoebill stork, African fish eagles, kingfishers, and herons. Along the riverbanks, you’ll encounter hippos, crocodiles basking in the sun, and elephants or buffalo coming to drink. The delta’s calm waters and breathtaking scenery create a perfect start to the day.

In the evening, set out for a game drive through Murchison Falls’ sweeping savannas as the setting sun casts golden hues across the plains. This is prime time for spotting predators emerging from the shade, lions preparing to hunt, leopards, and hyenas. The cooler temperatures also draw grazers like kob, hartebeest, and giraffes into the open, offering spectacular photo opportunities and an authentic African wilderness experience.

Main Destination:

Murchison Falls National Park

Accommodation:

Ikorom Safari Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located less than 1hr drive from Murchison Falls NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Transfer back to entebbe

After breakfast, enjoy a leisurely transfer back to Entebbe, marking the final leg of your Murchison Falls adventure. As you depart the park, take in the last glimpses of Uganda’s untamed wilderness, rolling savannas, scattered acacia trees, and perhaps a few lingering herds of antelope or elephants along the way. The scenic drive passes through charming rural landscapes, bustling trading centres, and verdant countryside, offering a window into everyday Ugandan life.

A stop for lunch en route allows you to stretch and reflect on the unforgettable moments, majestic wildlife sightings, the thunder of Murchison Falls, and tranquil cruises on the Nile. Arrive in Entebbe by late afternoon or evening, where your guide will drop you off at your hotel or the airport for your onward journey. With hearts full of memories and cameras full of photos, your Murchison Falls Safari comes to a beautiful close, an experience rich in nature, adventure, and discovery.

Main Destination:

Entebbe (City)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• You'll be dropped off at the airport.