Destination Itinerary

Rhino Tracking at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary

Track and observe rhinos in their natural habitat.

Murchison Falls National Park

Murchison Falls National Park 3 Days & Rhino Tracking

Travel with us on this exciting 3 days Safari to Murchison Falls

This 3-day safari to Murchison Falls National Park begins with a departure from Kampala, with a stop at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for an exciting rhino tracking experience. The journey then continues to the park for a visit to the top of the spectacular Murchison Falls, known as the world’s most powerful waterfall. The safari includes thrilling game drives across the savannah with chances to spot members of the Big Five such as lions, elephants, buffaloes, and leopards, along with giraffes and other wildlife. You will also enjoy a scenic boat cruise along the Victoria Nile, where you can see hippos, Nile crocodiles, and abundant birdlife along the riverbanks. This adventure offers a perfect mix of wildlife encounters, breathtaking scenery, and the beauty of Uganda’s largest national park.

Duration

3 Days 2 Nights

Destination

Murchison Falls National Park

Pace

Moderate & Relaxed

Group Size

5-10 People

Starting Price

From $700

Location

Masindi

Booking

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Itinerary

Day-by-day journey

The full itinerary is grouped into one continuous section for easier browsing.

Day 1

Rhino Tracking, Top of the Falls Visit & Evening Game Drive

Pickup from your residence in Kampala or Entebbe for a scenic drive north. Stop at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for an unforgettable guided rhino tracking experience on foot, helping complete your Big Five sightings. Continue to Murchison Falls National Park, enjoy a delicious lunch, visit the top of the powerful waterfall for dramatic views and misty rainbows, then head out on an evening game drive with a great chance to spot elephants, giraffes, lions, buffalo, and more before arriving at your lodge for dinner and overnight.

Rhino Tracking
Top of the Falls Visit
Game Drive

Day 2

Morning Game Drive & Boat Cruise on the Nile

Early morning game drive in Murchison Falls National Park, offering excellent opportunities to spot elephants, giraffes, lions, buffalo, and other wildlife in the fresh light of dawn. Enjoy lunch in the park, then embark on a scenic boat cruise along the Nile River toward the base of the world’s most powerful waterfall. Marvel at the dramatic views of the thundering cascades, with possible sightings of hippos, crocodiles, and birds along the riverbanks, before returning to your lodge for dinner and overnight.

Morning Game Drive
Boat Cruise on the Nile

Day 3

Departure

Day 3: Early morning game drive in Murchison Falls National Park, offering a final opportunity to spot elephants, giraffes, lions, buffalo, and other wildlife in the golden morning light. After breakfast, check out and begin the scenic drive back toward Kampala or Entebbe, with a stop for lunch en route. Arrive in the late afternoon or early evening, where you will be dropped off at your residence, hotel, or Entebbe International Airport, marking the end of this unforgettable safari.

Trip Highlights

What this itinerary is built around

- Track endangered white rhinos on foot at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary.
- Enjoy early morning and evening game drives in Murchison Falls National Park, with excellent opportunities to spot the big 5 in their natural habitat.
- Marvel at the world’s most powerful waterfall.
- Experience a scenic boat cruise along the Nile River to the base of the falls, with possible sightings of hippos, crocodiles, and abundant birdlife along the banks.
- Visit the top of the falls for dramatic close-up views, misty rainbows, and the raw power of the cascading water.
- Travel in comfort with private or small-group departures, moderate pace, and flexible options suitable for families and first-time safari-goers.

What's Included and Excluded

Included

- Transportation Accommodation
- Professional Guiding
- Meals & Drinks
- Nile Boat Cruise
- Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary
- All park and activity fess

Excluded

- Flights and visa costs
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses
- Optional add-on activities
- Any service not specifically listed as included

What to Bring

- Light weight/ breathable clothing in colors that blend with nature (Green or cream).
- Comfortable shorts for warmer afternoons.
- Jacket for cool early mornings or evenings.
- Sturdy closed shoes or boots for the optional top of the falls hike.
- Sandals for relaxing at the lodge.
- Wide brimmed hat, sunglasses and scarf for dust protection.
- Binoculars for better wildlife viewing during game drives and the boat cruise.
- Snacks for long drives.
- Power bank for charging devices on the road.
- Swimsuit (if your lodge has a pool).