3 Days Weekend Safari to Murchison Falls National Park
Our 3 Days Weekend Safari to Murchison Falls visits Uganda’s Largest National Park. While on this safari you will have the opportunity to experience a game safari, a boat trip to the bottom of Murchison Falls, and a hike to the top of the falls.
Murchison Falls National Park boasts of the largest population of Nile crocodiles, 76 mammals, over 450 bird species including the Shoebill Stork, dwarf kingfisher, great blue turaco the white thighed hornbill, and the Goliath heron. While on a Murchison Falls Safari, you will also enjoy the game safaris and boat trips on the River Nile.
From $450 per person
based on 02 person sharing*
Tour Price Includes: 02 Nights Accommodation, Meals, Park Fees, Game Drives, Boat Safari, Airport Transfers & Ground Transportation in a Standard 4×4 Mini Van.
Tour Starts: Entebbe.
Ends: Entebbe.
Tour visits: Murchison Falls National Park.
No. of Nights: 02 nights.
Getting around: 4×4 Mini Vans. (Upgrades available at EXTRA cost).
BRIEF ITINERARY – DAY BY DAY
Day 1: Transfer to Murchison falls National Park
Day 2: Morning game drive and a boat cruise on the Nile
Day 3: Departure back to Kampala
3 Days Weekend Safari to Murchison Falls National park
Day 01: Transfer to Murchison Falls Via Zziwa Rhino Sanctuary
Breakfast at your hotel in Entebbe / Kampala; thereafter drive towards Murchison Falls National Park with an en
optional (Not included in the tour price) en route stop at Zziwa Rhino Sanctuary for Rhino Tracking. Lunch after tracking, and then drive to Murchison Falls National Park arriving at your lodge in time for check-in, dinner, and overnight accommodation.
Rhino Tracking will cost you an EXTRA USD50 per person – payable directly to the Zziwa Rhino Sanctuary.
A little About Rhino Tracking In Uganda
Zziwa Rhino Sanctuary was opened in 2005 by the Rhino Fund Uganda after poachers and civil unrest had claimed the last batch of Rhinos in 1983. The Rhino Sanctuary is a breeding center of hope for white Rhinos in Uganda. Currently, the Zziwa Sanctuary boasts of over 19 Rhinos many of which were born In Uganda. There is a plan to re-introduce them back to Murchison Falls National Park & far-flung Kidepo Valley National Park. Travelers Tracking Rhinos at Zziwa contribute to the long-term conservation of these endangered animals. Read more…
Accommodation:
- Red chili Rest Camp or Fort Murchison (Budget).
- Pakuba Safari Lodge (Midrange).
- Paraa Safari Lodge (Upmarket).
Meal Plan: Lunch en route, and Dinner at the lodge.
Day 02: Morning game drive + Afternoon Boat safari to the Falls
Breakfast; thereafter go for a morning game safari inside the heart of Murchison Falls National Park in search of lions, leopards, giraffe, elephants, Kobs, oribis, and over 460 bird species roam this beautiful park. return to your Lodge for lunch.
In the afternoon, you will go on a Murchison falls boat safari to the Falls. This trip on the River Nile can be very rewarding with numerous sights of hippo, Buffaloes, elephants and of course the Nile crocodile.
OPTIONAL : (ADD US$15)
You might opt to hike up to the top of Murchison Falls on a well-built trail in the company of Uganda Wildlife Authority ranger guide. This 5 Km hike can, however, be strenuous so we recommend fair fitness levels for travelers Intending to do this hike.
Read more about the Murchison Falls Hike.
Accommodation:
- Red chili Rest Camp or Fort Murchison (Budget).
- Pakuba Safari Lodge (Midrange).
- Paraa Safari Lodge (Upmarket).
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner at the lodge.
Day 03: Optional Chimpanzee trekking in Budongo Forest and Later transfer to Entebbe.
Breakfast; thereafter check out of your Lodge with all your belongings and ready for a return drive back to Kampala or Entebbe for your return flight back home.
Accommodation on Day 03 is NOT included but can be arranged at an EXTRA cost.
Meal Plan: Breakfast Only.
Our standard mode of transportation is Road transport with the use of 4×4 Safari Customized Vans as our standard offering.
Our Vans have an open roof that offers a 360° animal view allowing for photography while on safari.
Our Vans take a maximum of 06 passengers each with the privilege of having a personal window seat.
Our land cruisers come fully air-conditioned with a cool box fully packed with complimentary en route drinks and snacks. The trucks all have large windows and an open roof that offers a 360° animal view allowing for photography while on safari.
Tour Price Quoted Include:
- 02 nights accommodation staying at Redchilli Rest camp located inside Murchison Falls National Park.
- Park Entry fees.
- Game drives.
- Boat trip to the Falls.
- Hike to the top of falls.
Excludes:
- Food & drinks (budget of Ugx 50,000/$16 pp per day).
Mid-range Tour
Tour Price Quoted Include:
- 02 nights accommodation staying at Pakuba Safari Lodge.
- Meals as per itinerary
- Park Entry fees.
- Game drives.
- Boat trip to the Falls.
- Hike to the top of falls.
Up-market Tour
Tour Price Quoted Include:
- 02 nights accommodation staying at Paraa Safari Lodge or Murchison River Lodge.
- Meals as per itinerary
- Park Entry fees.
- Game drives.
- Boat trip to the Falls.
- Hike to the top of falls.
Consider adding some of the following suggestions to your 3 Days Murchison Falls Safari
Add Chimpanzee Tracking In Budongo Forest ( Extra $100per person)
If you have some EXTRA time, you may opt to Add-on Chimp Tracking In Budongo Forest Inside Murchison Falls National Park.
If you are interested in Chimpanzee Tracking in Budongo Forest, – Kindly let us know so we can pre-book this with the relevant authorities. You can’t do this on Last-minute.
Learn more about chimpanzee tracking In Budongo Forest
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