3-Day Murchison Falls & Ziwa Rhino Safari Uganda

• 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 via Ziwa for Rhino Tracking

Your Uganda safari begins with an early morning pickup from your hotel in Kampala or Entebbe by your professional Musana Tours & Travel driver-guide.

Drive north along the Kampala–Gulu highway, passing lively trading centers, traditional homesteads, and beautiful rural landscapes.

Your first major stop is Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary in Nakasongola District. Accompanied by an experienced sanctuary ranger, embark on a guided walking safari in search of southern white rhinos. Observe these enormous animals from a safe distance and learn about Uganda's rhino conservation initiatives.

Following your rhino tracking experience, continue north and enjoy lunch along the way.

In the afternoon, proceed toward Murchison Falls National Park. Depending on your arrival time and the selected lodge location, you may visit the Top of the Falls today or reserve this experience for Day 3.

Arrive at your budget safari lodge, check in, and enjoy a relaxing evening in the wilderness.

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

Activities:

• Morning walking safari (with an armed guide)

Accommodation:

Pakuba Safari Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located inside Murchison Falls NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Morning Game Drive and Afternoon Nile Boat Cruise

Wake early to the sounds of nature and enjoy breakfast before setting out for an exciting morning game drive in Murchison Falls National Park.
Keep your camera ready for encounters with Rothschild's giraffes, African elephants, Cape buffaloes, Uganda kobs, hartebeests, waterbucks, oribis, and warthogs. With some luck, you may also spot lions resting in the grass or a leopard hidden in tree branches.
After the game drive, return to the lodge for lunch and some relaxation.
In the afternoon, head to the Paraa landing area for a boat cruise upstream along the Victoria Nile toward the base of Murchison Falls.
This is one of Uganda's most spectacular wildlife experiences. Along the riverbanks, watch large pods of hippos, Nile crocodiles, elephants coming to drink, and a colorful variety of waterbirds including African fish eagles, kingfishers, herons, and bee-eaters.

Main Destination:

Murchison Falls National Park

Activities:

• Early morning game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle) & afternoon boat trip

Accommodation:

Pakuba Safari Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located inside Murchison Falls NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Visit the Top of Murchison Falls – Return to Kampala or Entebbe

Enjoy breakfast at your lodge before checking out and beginning your return journey.

If you didn't visit it on Day 1, stop at the Top of Murchison Falls, one of East Africa's most dramatic natural attractions.

Here, the mighty Nile squeezes through a narrow rocky gorge, creating a tremendous display of rushing water, mist, and thundering sound.

Walk to the designated viewpoints, capture beautiful photographs, and marvel at the incredible force of Africa's longest river.
After exploring the falls, continue your drive south through Masindi and toward Kampala.
Stop for lunch along the way and enjoy views of Uganda's rural countryside as you return.
Your safari concludes with a drop-off at your hotel in Kampala or Entebbe. Airport drop-off can also be arranged for travelers with suitably late departures.

Main Destination:

Entebbe (City)

Activities:

• Morning game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

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