This 3 Days Murchison Falls National Park Safari to Uganda’s largest and most adventurous national park- Murchison is simply a rush to understand the phrase “Uganda, the Pearl of Africa”. 
It is a short safari but with lots of epic discoveries and great amusement. To see the strongest waterfalls in the world, numerous wildlife including lions, hyena, leopards, elephants, giraffes, countless antelopes and various bird species and cruise along the Nile, this is a perfect choice of the adventure. A beautiful sunrise and sunset as long as it’s not cloudy always give a sweet photographic opportunity. A stopover at Ziwa Rhino sanctuary can as well be included.
Summary of the itinerary
- Day 1: Transfer from Kampala to Murchison Falls National Park
- Day 2: Game drive and Boat cruise
- Day 3: Murchison falls national park to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary and return to Kampala
Detailed itinerary
Day 1: Transfer from Kampala to Murchison Falls National Park
It’s always a warm welcome and nice to meet our professional guide who briefly tells about the beautiful moments expected on our first day. The approximately 6 hours journey from Kampala to the park starts at 6:30am. See how hardworking Ugandans are as they rush for work through Kampala suburbs of Bwaise, Kawempe, Matuggato Luweero which is one of the places where to grab tasty fresh fruits like pineapples, watermelons, mangoes and bananas among others. Herds of cattle are commonly seen in the plains of Nakasongola which connect to Masindi.
With a variety of dishes at our partner en route hotels,you could try out a local dish for lunch though international dishes are as well available. Through Masindi town, we proceed to the park straight to the top of the falls which welcomes us with loud roars of the Nile jamming through the 7 meters gorge.
Link up to the northern part of the park by crossing at Paraa by a ferry and head out for an evening game drive before checking in at the lodge
Dinner and overnight at: Paraa safari lodge, Chobe safari lodge (luxury), Murchison River lodge, Pakuba safari lodge (midrange), Heritage safari lodge, Red Chilli lodge (budget)
Day 2: Morning game drive and boat cruise
A morning in the wilderness starts before sunrise. An early breakfast is followed by a game drive to the savannah grasslands where a number of Uganda kobs, Jackson’s hartebeest, waterbucks, elephants, giraffes, buffaloes and lions are often watched. Leopards are commonly spotted around the woodlands as well as some elephants.
A short relaxation at the lodge, lunch and thereafter head out for the afternoon boat cruise. As the boat sets off, enjoy rejuvenation by the cool breeze from the River Nile. Hippos are the commonest and could be a guarantee to see them here. Other attractions along the shores include crocodiles, birds, a few giraffes and Jackson’s hartebeest and buffaloes among others. The turning point of the boat is at the bottom of the falls where the eyes can never get enough of the wondrous beauty there.
Dinner and overnight at: Paraa safari lodge, Chobe safari lodge (luxury), Murchison River lodge, Pakuba safari lodge (midrange), Heritage safari lodge, Red Chilli lodge (budget)
Day 3: From Murchison Falls National Park back to Kampala
One more morning and breakfast in the wilderness, a brief morning game drive and later on exit the park to Masindi for lunch. The next destination before returning to Kampala is Ziwa Rhino sanctuary in Nakasongola for Rhino tracking. It is a thrilling experience to track for rhinos on foot under the guidance of a ranger guide. This activity lasts for 2 hours.
The attractions and every moment of this wildlife safari are worthwhile for travelers who want to explore Uganda. The driver drops you at any place where you plan to end this journey in Kampala or Entebbe airport.
This 3 days safari includes all entrance fees, a safari vehicle, bottled water, all activities mentioned, accommodation and meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner). It excludes souvenirs and other personal items, extra meals and drinks and alcoholic drinks.