Murchison Falls Nature Safari

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3 days (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Trip Overview:
With this safari, you will get close to the unique wildlife of Uganda’s largest and oldest National Park on a private game drive, with a visit to the top of one of the world's most powerful waterfalls. You have an opportunity to stop over at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary to track the Rhinos, with a boat cruise on the Nile to the bottom of the falls.

Tour highlights:
• Private Game drives
• Scenic views & stunning sunsets
• Murchison Launch cruise
• Visit one of the world’s strongest waterfalls
• Optional Rhino tracking at Ziwa

What's Included

Park entry fees, photo coverage + mineral water on safari
Transport + fuel cost
Lunch (Optional[3])
Lunch
Dinner (Optional[2])
Dinner
Breakfast (Optional[2])
Breakfast
Optional activities
Other drinks except mineral water
Tips & Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

We offer pick-up & drop-off at guests' preferred point.

Itinerary

Duration: 3 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    Journey to Murchison Falls National Park via Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary

    1 stop
  • 1
    Rhino Fund Uganda

    Journey time: 6 – 7 Hours At your preferred pick-up point, meet your guide and travel to Murchison Falls N. Park with lunch En-route. Optional Activity; make a stopover at the Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary to track the rare Rhinos before proceeding to the Murchison Falls. This activity is done on foot in company of a ranger guide. After your rhino trek, continue with the journey to the park. Arrive and check-in at the lodge to stay at leisure. Dinner included.

    2 hours Admission ticket not included
  • Day 2

    Game Drive, Top of the Falls and Boat Cruise on the Nile

    3 stops
  • 2
    Murchison Falls National Park

    After an early breakfast at the lodge; transfer to the park and get registered for the day’s visit. Start with a game drive covering the delta circuit, reputably known for high concentrations of wildlife. This 4-5-hour game drive includes stunning views of the savannah and other plant vegetation especially the borassus palm trees dominating the park, as propagated by elephants from the D. R. Congo. What to expect: elephants, hippos, buffaloes, lions, several antelopes and patas monkeys + baboons with a variety of birds.

    4 hours Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Murchison Falls

    Continue to the top of Murchison Falls; known for great views and an iconic spot for scenic pictures. You will as well watch permanent rainbow; a rewarding view which explains why Murchison Falls features on many travellers’ bucket lists. Return from the waterfall and have a picnic lunch before proceeding for the launch cruise.

    1 hour Admission ticket included
  • 4
    Waterfall Cruises - Murchison Falls

    Next is a launch cruise to the bottom of the falls; a launch cruise on the Nile is an opportunity to see a variety of wildlife and great views along the iconic River Nile. In addition to taking you close to the base of the waterfall, this 3-hour launch trip follows a stretch of the Nile with a picturesque African scenery. What to expect; Nile crocodiles, Hippos in their hundreds, Small herds of buffalo, waterbuck, and Kobs as well as Elephants coming to water and cool off. The birds commonly sighted here include Goliath heron, saddle-billed stork, African Jacana, Pied and malachite kingfishers, African skimmer, Piacpiac, rock pratincole kingfishers, and bee-eaters. After this busy day in the park, transfer back to the lodge and stay at leisure. Dinner included.

    3 hours Admission ticket included
  • Day 3

    Leisurely Morning and Travel back to Kampala City

    1 stop
  • 5

    Journey Time: 6 - 7 Hours Have breakfast on a leisurely morning at the lodge. Later on travel back to Kampala City. You will have lunch along the way and upon arrival, drop-off at your preferred point.

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Gazelle Safari Company

Tags

Multi-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private Sightseeing Tours
4WD Tours
Safaris
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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