Safari Overview
This 3-day safari takes you to Uganda’s largest and most iconic conservation area, Murchison Falls National Park. The park is home to diverse wildlife, breathtaking savanna landscapes, and the world’s most powerful waterfall – the Murchison Falls. This trip offers an excellent blend of game drives, a thrilling boat cruise along the Nile River, and a hike to the top of the falls for spectacular views. It is the perfect short safari for those who want to experience the beauty of Uganda’s wildlife and landscapes in just a few days.
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Transfer from Kampala/Entebbe to Murchison Falls National Park
You will be picked up from your hotel or Entebbe International Airport by your safari guide. The journey takes you through the beautiful countryside of Uganda with en-route stops for lunch. You may also choose to stop at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for rhino tracking, an exciting way to complete the “Big Five” experience.
Upon arrival at Murchison Falls National Park, you will drive to the top of the falls, where the Nile squeezes through a 7-meter gorge before plunging dramatically, creating a thunderous roar and rainbow spray. Later, you will proceed to your lodge for dinner and overnight.
Day 2: Morning Game Drive & Afternoon Boat Cruise
After an early breakfast, head out for a morning game drive in the northern savanna plains of the park. Expect to see herds of elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, lions, leopards, and a variety of antelopes. This early morning drive gives you the best chance to spot predators on the hunt.
Return to the lodge for late breakfast and relaxation. In the afternoon, enjoy a boat cruise along the Nile River to the base of Murchison Falls. The cruise rewards you with sightings of hippos, crocodiles basking on the riverbanks, elephants drinking water, and an array of birdlife, including kingfishers, herons, and the rare shoebill stork. For adventurous travelers, you can opt for a short hike to the top of the falls after the boat ride. Dinner and overnight at the lodge.
Day 3: Morning Game Drive & Return to Kampala/Entebbe
Begin the day with another early morning game drive, giving you another chance to spot animals you may have missed earlier. After breakfast, check out and start your journey back to Kampala or Entebbe. Lunch will be provided en route, and your guide will drop you at your hotel or the airport, marking the end of your 3-day safari adventure.