2-Day Murchison Falls National Park Safari

5.0 (1 reviews) Kampala, Uganda
Duration2 days
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Embark on an unforgettable 2-day adventure to Uganda’s largest, oldest, & most visited national park.

Renowned for its breathtaking landscapes and abundant wildlife, the Murchison Falls park is named after its star attraction: the powerful Murchison Falls, where the mighty Nile River is forced through a narrow gorge and plunges 45 meters in a dramatic display of nature’s raw power.

Home to over 76 species of mammals, the park boasts sightings of elephants, lions, leopards, giraffes, buffaloes, hippos, warthogs, hyenas, and various antelope species such as Uganda kob, waterbuck, & hartebeest. Reptiles like the Nile crocodile thrive here, and bird lovers can spot over 450 species — including the iconic shoebill stork, Goliath heron, African fish eagle, Abyssinian ground hornbill, & many colourful kingfishers, bee-eaters, & weavers.

The safari includes Rhino Trekking at the Zziwa Sanctuary, the only place in Uganda where you can see wild rhinos. It’s home to 22 southern white rhinos.

What's included

  • Private transportation
  • Snacks and Soft Drinks on Board
  • Top of the Murchison Falls Experience
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Rhino Trekking at Zziwa Sanctuary
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Breakfast
  • Game Drive
  • Gratuities
  • Alcoholic drinks
  • Souvenirs

What to expect

Day 1: Transfer To Murchison Falls, Zziwa Rhino Sanctuary
  1. 1h 30m · Admission ticket included
    Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary is the only place in Uganda where you can see wild rhinos. It’s home to 22 southern white rhinos, reintroduced after extinction in the 1980s. Visitors can track rhinos on foot for a rare, up-close encounter, making it a unique conservation success story and wildlife experience.
Day 2: Game Drive, Top of the Murchison Falls Experience and Transfer Back to Kampala
  1. Murchison Falls National Park
    7m
    Wake up early for a morning game drive starting around 6:00 AM or earlier. This is the best time to catch wildlife at its most active, especially the big cats such as lions and leopards, before they retreat from the morning sun. During the drive, you'll also have the opportunity to spot a variety of animals, including elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, antelopes, and possibly hyenas, among many others.

    The game drive will take you through several circuits, including the Delta Point, where the Nile flows into Lake Albert—another hotspot for birdwatching and wildlife sightings.

    Afterward, you’ll drive to the Top of Murchison Falls, where the Nile is forced through a narrow 7-meter gorge and plunges 45 meters down with thunderous power. This is a photographer’s paradise and a breathtaking conclusion to your safari.

    Later in the afternoon, you will begin your return journey to Kampala, arriving in the evening.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Your guide will arrive at the hotel reception approximately 15 minutes before the agreed-upon departure time. They will be wearing clothing with the company logo for easy identification and will notify you immediately upon arrival.

Additional information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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