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4 Day Murchison Falls National Park safari
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US $669 Per Person
4 Day Murchison Falls National Park safari
This 4 Day Murchison Falls safari takes you to Uganda’s biggest national park.
The trip begins with a visit to Murchison Falls, where the Nile River is forced through a narrow gap only 7 meters wide, then drops about 45 meters with great power. It is one of the strongest waterfalls in the world! You will walk to the top of the falls to see the water rush through the rocks — a truly amazing sight. After that, enjoy your first game drive and look out for elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, leopards, hyenas, antelopes, and lions.
On the second day, go for a morning game drive to see animals when they are most active. Later, enjoy a leisurely boat cruise on the Nile River. You’ll see hippos, crocodiles, colorful birds, and sometimes elephants coming to drink.
The boat takes you close to the bottom of the powerful falls, where you can feel the spray and hear the loud roar of the water. On the last day, visit Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, the only place in Uganda where you can walk with wild white rhinos. You will get up close while a guide keeps you safe and shares fun facts. After the rhino walk and a tasty lunch, drive back to Kampala or Entebbe.
Why book This Safari:
- Walk at the top of Murchison Falls
- Boat cruise along the Nile to the base of the falls
- Game drives spotting elephants, lions, giraffes, and more
- Rhino tracking walk at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary
- Optional bush camping experience in the wilderness
Your Itinerary Detail
Day 1: Travel to Murchison Falls, Visit the Top of the Falls & Game Drive
Your 4-day Murchison Falls safari begins with a 5–6-hour drive to Murchison Falls National Park in northern Uganda. When you arrive, you’ll walk to the top of the powerful Murchison Falls — where the Nile River squeezes through a small 7-meter gap and crashes 40 meters down with a loud roar. You’ll enjoy amazing views from different spots, and if time allows, walk down a short path to see the whole waterfall.
After the falls visit, you’ll go on a game drive through the park’s open savannas and forests. Murchison Falls is Uganda’s biggest national park, split by the Nile and home to elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, lions, and many other animals. The beautiful mix of green rainforest and wide plains makes it a perfect place for wildlife.
In the evening, check into your lodge and relax while listening to nature. If you want more adventure, you can sleep in a bush camp near Lake Albert. You’ll have camping gear, a guide, a cook, and a ranger with you for safety. As night falls, you might hear hyenas calling and see hippos coming out of the river — a perfect end to your first day in the wild.
Accommodation Options:
Simple: Fort Murchison – Lazy Camping
Middle class: Murchison River Lodge – thatched tents
Semi-luxury: Murchison River Lodge – Cottage
Luxury: Paraa Safari Lodge – Deluxe Room
Exclusive: Nile Safari Lodge
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Meal Plan: Lunch & Dinner
Day 2: Morning Game Drive and a Boat Cruise along the Nile
Today is all about exploring the animals and beauty of Murchison Falls National Park. After breakfast, you will head out for a game drive in the cool morning air.
This is the best time to see animals like elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, and maybe even lions. At the Nile River, you may spot hippos resting in the water and other animals nearby.
The open plains and soft morning light make for an amazing wildlife experience. In the afternoon, take a boat trip on the Nile River. Watch for hippos, crocodiles, buffaloes, monkeys, and colorful birds. Many animals come to the river to drink and cool off.
The cruise takes you to the base of the powerful Murchison Falls, where the river crashes down through a narrow gap — a breathtaking sight! The boat ride lasts about 3 hours, and sitting on the left side gives the best views.
For a more intimate experience, you can choose to book a private boat safari. This smaller boat allows you to get closer to the wildlife and gives you the freedom to set your own pace.
Sharing this special journey exclusively with your group makes the experience even more memorable. At the end of the day, you will be taken back to your accommodation to relax and prepare for the next day’s adventures.
Accommodation Options:
Simple: Fort Murchison – Lazy Camping
Middle class: Murchison River Lodge – thatched tents
Semi-luxury: Murchison River Lodge – Cottage
Luxury: Paraa Safari Lodge – Deluxe Room
Exclusive: Nile Safari Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 3: Safari & relaxing afternoon on the Nil
Start your last day in Murchison Falls National Park with a morning game drive. You’ll explore different safari tracks to cover new areas of the park and increase your chances of spotting any animals you may have missed earlier — especially predators like lions or leopards.
After the game drive, return to your lodge for a well-deserved rest. The rest of the day is yours to relax and soak in the peaceful beauty of the Nile.
You can lounge by the pool, enjoy a drink at the bar, read a book with a river view, or simply sit back and listen to the sounds of nature. It’s the perfect way to end your safari — with quiet moments in the wild, surrounded by the sights and sounds of Africa.
Accommodation Options:
Simple: Fort Murchison – Lazy Camping
Middle class: Murchison River Lodge – thatched tents
Semi-luxury: Murchison River Lodge – Cottage
Luxury: Paraa Safari Lodge – Deluxe Room
Exclusive: Nile Safari Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 4: Visit Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary & Return to Kampala/Entebbe.
After an early breakfast, begin your journey back to Kampala or Entebbe, starting with a short morning game drive through the scenic landscapes of Murchison Falls National Park.
This final safari offers a chance to spot any animals you may have missed and to enjoy the park’s natural beauty one last time.
On your way back, stop at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary — the only place in Uganda where you can track wild white rhinos on foot. With the help of a trained guide, you’ll walk safely through the bush to observe these rare and endangered animals up close. The rhino trek takes about an hour and offers a meaningful, once-in-a-lifetime wildlife experience.
You’ll also learn about the sanctuary’s important work to protect and reintroduce rhinos into Uganda’s wild. After the trek, relax with a tasty lunch at the sanctuary’s peaceful rest area. Then continue your drive to Kampala or Entebbe, arriving in the late afternoon or early evening.
Accommodation: Not Included
Included Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
Prices And Levels For This Trip
The selected comfort levels (see the bottom of the page for more information) give you a good indication of the type of accommodations and the total price. We’d be happy to discuss in person whether the accommodations meet your needs and combine different levels where appropriate.
* The prices below are starting prices and are shown in US Dollars per person .
Simple
- 1 Person = US$ 1468
- 2 Pax = US$ 962
- 4 Pax = US$ 742
- 6 Pax = US$ 669
Middle Class
- 1 Person = US$ 1621
- 2 Pax = US$ 1103
- 4 Pax = US$ 883
- 6 Pax = US$ 813
Semi-lxury
- 1 Person = US$ 1904
- 2 Pax = US$ 1286
- 4 Pax = US$ 1035
- 6 Pax = US$ 952
Luxury Low season
- 1 Person = US$ 2507
- 2 Pax = US$ 1702
- 4 Pax = US$ 1451
- 6 Pax = US$ 1368
Luxury High Season
- 1 Person = US$ 2579
- 2 Pax = US$ 1749
- 4 Pax = US$ 1498
- 6 Pax = US$ 1414
*Prices shown are based on one person staying in a private single room.
*Low season rates apply from 01 October 2026 to 15 December
Tour Inclusions
- Park entrance fees
- All mentioned activities (unless marked optional)
- Accommodation (as listed in the itinerary)
- Professional English-speaking guide/driver
- Ground transport in a 4×4 safari vehicle
- All taxes and VAT
- Meals as specified in the day-by-day itinerary
Tour Exclusions
- International flight to and from Uganda
- Domestic flight transfers
- Optional Activities
- Travel insurance
- Visa
- Tips
