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Kampala: 3-Day Murchison Falls Safari

Kampala: 3-Day Murchison Falls Safari

Day 1 : Drive to Murchison Falls National Park - Hike to the Top of the Falls After your early morning breakfast, meet your driver/guide at 7:00 AM and listen to a brief on your 3 days Murchison Falls wildlife safari Uganda package. Begin the 6-hour drive to Uganda's biggest national park, Murchison falls National Park. Take a stopover in Luwero District to pick fruits like oranges, pineapples, passion fruits, and jackfruits. Then proceed to lunch at the Kabalega Dinners or Masindi town for lunch at Masindi Hotel. Afterward, drive out of Masindi town to a dirt road for about 20 minutes and arrive at  Murchison falls National Park where the fun begins. You'll immediately be ushered into a wildlife park by a number of stubborn baboons lining up along the road. They'll grapple for goodies, so ensure the windscreens are up else they will snatch anything inviting from the car. Day 2: Morning Game Drive through the park and Boat Ride on the Victoria Nile After your early morning breakfast at around 6:30 AM, your driver-guide together with the game ranger will pick you up at exactly 7:00 AM for the early morning game drive. This is the best time to catch sight of the nocturnal animals and hunters before they return to their hideouts, as well as seeing the early risers. Take a ferry from the South section of the National Park across the Nile that bisects the park. Once on the northern side, you'll be in the area where the most game can be found.  Explore the major game trails especially around the area of Paraa for good game spotting including elephants, lions, giraffes, antelopes, jackals, hyenas, Uganda kobs, waterbucks, Jackson's Hartebeests and hopefully the elusive leopards among others. At around 11:30 AM, return to the lodge for your lunch and some relaxation. Shortly after, set out for the afternoon boat ride on the Victoria Nile which is the highest spot of any Murchison Falls Safari. Spot lots of hippos, Nile crocodiles, elephants, buffaloes, and many other animals that come to drink water, refresh and cool themselves off the scorching sun and some animals to eat the fresh grass along the river banks. The Nile is also a birds' magnet. You will also be shown the crush point of Ernest Hemingway. The ride takes you close to the base of the Murchison Falls where you are met with yet another view of the lovely falls. Take a hike to the top of the falls before the return ride, then return back to the lodge for your dinner. Day 3: Early Morning Game Drive through the park and return to Kampala to get dropped off at your lodging Wake up early in the morning and get prepared for another game drive through the park. Expect to increase your game count and spot more wildlife on the final day of this trip. At around 11:00 AM, check out of the hotel and drive to Masindi town for a tasty lunch. Then, embark on the return journey back to Kampala where you will be dropped off at your preferred destination.

2 days murchison falls national park

2 days murchison falls national park

2 Days Murchison Falls National Park Tour Overview Explore Uganda’s largest national park - Murchison Falls National Park in just 2 days. This is one of the most astonishing and memorable safaris in Uganda. It will take you to the only national park in Uganda that has all the Big Five, which includes lions, buffaloes, rhinos, leopards, and elephants. Sighting the king of the jungle resting and relaxing up in a tree can be very thrilling. Fun: Big 5 African game encounter, Murchison Falls hike to top the falls. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Summarised itinerary Day 1: Transfer to Murchison Falls National Park and do a Ziwa White rhino tracking en route Day 2: Early morning game drive and transfer to Kampala or to the Airport Day-by-day itinerary -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Day 1: Transfer to Murchison Falls National Park and do a Ziwa White rhino tracking en route On this trip, Friendly Gorillas’ professional guide will pick you up from the lodge at 6:30 am after your delicious breakfast. You will set off to Murchison Falls NP with a stopover at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for a very exhilarating experience of getting to interact with the magnificent rhinos. Upon arrival to this unique place, you will be briefed about your short tour, specifically about how to behave while trekking these rhinos. You need to carefully adhere to the ranger’s instructions because if you act otherwise, the rhinos may get aggressive. While on this nature walk to track the endangered white rhinos, you will also get the opportunity to view other animals like waterbucks, bushbucks, kobs, duikers, and many others. After this amazing experience, you will drive to Masindi, where you will have lunch before proceeding to Murchison Falls, depending on the time of your arrival, you will start by hiking to the top of the falls. Enjoy this exciting point of seeing the Nile forcing its way through the rock and forming a very attractive scenery. Overnight: Hornbill Safari Lodge Meals: All meals -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Day 2: Early morning game drive, boat ride and transfer back to Kampala. Early in the morning, after your breakfast, your driver will drive you to the Northern part of the park for yet another astonishing activity. This game drive will be early in the morning at 7:00 am so you may be able to catch up with world life before they depart to hunt for food. You will have an opportunity to view animals from around the world, like Cape Elephants, Kobs, Buffaloes, Rothschild Giraffes, Lions, Leopards, Orbis, and many others. From here, you will retreat and embark on your journey back to Kampala. Drinking water (Other drinks not included) End of safari!

3 days Murchison falls tour in Uganda

3 days Murchison falls tour in Uganda

THREE DAYS MURCHISON FALLS N P SAFARI WIRLDLIFE Day 1: Kampala-Murchison Falls National Park Enjoy breakfast at your hotel early in the morning before hitting the road for the most beautiful protected area in Uganda: Murchison Falls National Park. This park is located about 300 kilometers north of Kampala, passing through the famous Lucero triangle and have a stopover at dinners. We later proceed on entering the park through gate and visit the magnificent falls where you will enjoy and marvel at the mighty Nile, being forced into a seven meter crevice to thunder 45 meters below in a series of cascades that can be viewed at different points. Dinner and overnight. Day 2: Game drive – Boat cruise After an early morning breakfast, we drive down to the ferry and cross the Nile to the northern sector of the park and start our game drive towards the Delta area, in search for wildlife that includes; the Rothschild Giraffe, elephant, Jackson’s Heartbeats, Lions, Warthogs, Cobs, Jackals, Oribis, Waterbucks, Pates monkeys and Leopards among others. Here also a variety of Savannah woodland birds can be seen. We go back to the lodge, relax around, have lunch and later in the afternoon, at 02:00pm go for the boat cruise on the Nile, for game viewing at close quarters as they come to cool off on the shores of the mighty Nile. Here you get a chance of seeing many schools of Hippos, Crocodiles, Buffaloes, Elephants and a variety of water birds. We come back to the lodge after about 3 hours, for dinner and overnight. Day 3: Murchison falls – Kampala Start our day with breakfast and set off for Kampala or airport, and that will be the end of our three days safari and we thank you for supporting Bright safaris Uganda

Kampala: 2-Day Murchison Falls National Park Safari

Kampala: 2-Day Murchison Falls National Park Safari

Day 1: Kampala to Murchison Falls National Park, Boat Trip (Lunch and Dinner) Your tour begins as you set off from your accommodation at 6:30AM on your 2-day safari to Uganda’s biggest national park. Driving along the Kampala-Gulu Highway, you'll briefly stop over in the Luwero District for refreshments such as fruit and water. Once at at the Murchison Falls National Park, drive to the top of the falls where you receive views of the magnificent Nile as it squeezes through a narrow gorge roughly 7 meters wide. Following the falls, set off for lunch before proceeding to a 2:30PM wildlife cruise on the River Nile. This will see you take a relaxing ride of about 3.5 hours throughout which you get to enjoy up-close sightings of a number of wildlife that lie along the banks of River Nile. This wildlife includes hippos, crocodiles, buffalo, elephants, monitor lizards, warthogs, and a cocktail of birds such as African fish eagles, red-throated bee eaters, skimmers, cattle egrets, the rare shoebill stork, and more. The boat ride takes you to the bottom of the Murchison Falls for another quite remarkable sight of these wild falls, and at the conclusion of your cruise you'll return to your lodge for dinner and to rest. Day 2: Game Drive, Travel to Kampala (Breakfast and Lunch) Wake up for an early morning breakfast at around 6:00AM before setting out for an early game drive by 6:30AM. This timing is appropriate for catching the nocturnal and hunters before they retire to their hideouts for the day. Explore the major game tracks of Queen and Albert for spectacular sightings of wildlife such as elephants, lions, giraffes, antelopes, jackals, hyenas, Uganda kobs, oribis, buffalo, waterbucks, Jackson's Hartebeests, bushbucks, and hopefully the elusive leopard, among others. Four hours after the unforgettable wildlife experience, check-out of the park and start your return journey to Kampala. On your return journey you may choose to stop over at the Kabalega Diner on the Kampala/Gulu highway for lunch.

Uganda: 3 Days Murchison Falls National Park

Uganda: 3 Days Murchison Falls National Park

Explore the Murchison Falls National Park on a 3-day safari from Kampala. Discover the park's diverse wildlife on a game drive and boat cruise, and visit the top of the falls for a photo opportunity. Day 1: Transfer to Murchison Falls National Park with a stopover at a roadside market. Arrive and transfer to your lodge. Day 2: Have a game drive in the Murchison Falls plains where you will spot wildlife such as lions, giraffes, warthogs, elephants, buffalos, and different antelopes like oribis, waterbucks, and bushbucks. Enjoy a bush breakfast at the hippo pool while enjoying schools of hippos. After having a break followed by lunch, take an afternoon boat cruise on Albert Nile where you will explore different water-loving animals and birds like crocodiles, hippos, and many more. Day 3: Begin the last day of your safari with breakfast and then be taken to the top of the falls. At this point, enjoy the thunderous sound and the rainbow which are formed when water passes through a narrow cauldron which is the narrowest point of the River Nile. Have great photographic moments on the world's strongest waterfalls and this will create everlasting memories. After, transfer back to Kampala and fly back home.

Entebbe: 3-Day Murchison Falls National Park Safari

Entebbe: 3-Day Murchison Falls National Park Safari

Embark on a 3-day safari from Entebbe to Murchison Falls National Park. Enjoy game drives, a boat cruise, and a visit to the top of Murchison Falls. Day 1: Drive to Murchison Falls National Park Drive from Entebbe to Murchison Falls National Park, a journey of approximately 5-6 hours. Along the way, stop in Masindi for a lunch break. After lunch, continue the drive to Murchison Falls for an afternoon game drive, arriving at the lodge in the early evening. Day 2: Game drive and boat cruise Start the day with an early morning game drive in Murchison Falls National Park. Early morning drives are ideal for spotting wildlife as animals are more active and the temperatures are cooler. Expect to see a variety of animals, including lions, hyenas, giraffes, buffaloes, and possibly leopards. The fresh morning light also enhances the experience, offering great opportunities for photography. After the game drive, return to the lodge for a delicious lunch. In the afternoon, embark on a boat cruise along the Nile River. This scenic cruise provides stunning views of the famous Murchison Falls from the river and allows you to observe a range of wildlife along the banks, such as hippos, crocodiles, and numerous bird species. Day 3: Drive to Entebbe Begin the day by driving to the top of Murchison Falls to witness the breathtaking view of the Nile River as it forces its way through a narrow gorge. This viewpoint provides a unique and dramatic perspective of the powerful waterfall. After exploring the falls, drive out of the park and stop in Masindi for a lunch break and then continue on the journey back to Entebbe. En route, have the option to visit Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for a walk with the rhinos, offering an opportunity to see these magnificent creatures up close and learn about their conservation. Arrive in Entebbe in the early evening.

3 Days Murchison Falls National Park & Ziwa Rhino Safari

3 Days Murchison Falls National Park & Ziwa Rhino Safari

This 3 days tour is a beautiful introduction to Uganda’s most famous Game-park where you can see wild animals such as lions, leopards, giraffes , elephants, hippo’s, crocodiles and many more wild life living the Savannah. In additions you’ll also visit the impressive Murchison falls floating into the River Nile and finalise the trip with visiting the Rhinos in the Ziwa Rhinos sanctuary. ITINERARY DAY 1 - 7 AM Start the trip from pick-up point to Murchison Falls. - 2 PM visit the top of the Falls. - 3 PM set off to the accommodation. - 4 PM check-in and have a rest. - 5 PM Sunset watching in the park. - 7:30 PM come back to the accommodation for dinner and enjoy the campfire. DAY 2 - 6 AM wake up, breakfast - 7:30 AM start the morning game-drive to search for the big 5 and all other types of animals and bird species in the park. - 12:00 PM rest at the at the accommodation. - 1 PM Lunch. - 2 PM boat-cruise for more animal watching and viewing the bottom of Murchison Falls. - 5 PM evening game drive to search for more animals. - 8 PM Dinner. DAY 3 - 7 AM wake up, breakfast. - 8.30 AM set off to Ziwa Rhino Wildlife Ranch. - 11:00 AM arriving at the Sanctuary. - 11:30 AM start our tour. - 1:30 PM Lunch - 2:30 PM Set off back to our pick-up point The guide will allways make shure that the progamm is followed in time and that everything needed like water and snacks will be there. Special needs or request can allways be discussed.

10 Days Uganda Safari Tour & Holiday

10 Days Uganda Safari Tour & Holiday

The 10 days Uganda Safari Tour & Holiday unleashes the best Uganda has to offer. The safari starts in Murchison Falls National Park. It is located in North Western part of Uganda covering areas like Masindi, Buliisa, Kiryandongo, Nwoya, Amuru, and Pakwach. The park is the largest National park in Uganda with an area of 3840sq.kms. Through a game drive and a boat cruise on the Nile River, you will encounter the Big 5 mammal species like elephants, leopards, lions, buffaloes and the rhinos, you will also get an opportunity to view the Nile crocodiles, Hippos, bush bucks Giraffes, Uganda kobs, Bushbucks, Elephants, Hartebeests, Oribis, waterbucks, warthogs, hyenas and various bird species like black bee eater, rare shoebill stork, weavers, grey crowned cranes, Abyssinian ground hornbill, Black-headed lapwing, Senegal thick-knee among others. From Murchison Falls National Park, you will visit Kibale Forest National Park found in Kabarole district which is known for Chimpanzee trekking. After Kibale, you will then visit Queen Elizabeth National Park which is one of Uganda’s most visited national parks. Queen Elizabeth National Park owns unmatched beautiful features such as crater lakes, the famous Kazinga channel, forested Gorges and Savannah plains. It is also home to 95 mammal species including the 4 members of the big 5 such as Lions, Leopards, Elephants and Buffaloes, however other species include warthogs, Hippos, hyenas, Ugandan kobs, oribis, Topis, bush bucks, waterbucks, giant forest hogs, chimpanzees, Nile crocodiles among others. The park boosts of various Bird species like grey crowned cranes, Martial eagle, shoebill, African green pigeon, handsome francolin, Nubian wood pecker, swamp flycatcher, grey crowned heron, black bee eater, African skimmer Here you will go for a game drive and Boat cruise on Kazinga Chanel to see wildlife and birdlife. You will then proceed to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park which is one of Uganda’s oldest rainforests aged more than 25000 years with about 400 plant species. The park is known for having almost half of the World’s remaining population of Mountain Gorillas. The park has about 459 Mountain Gorillas with 21 habituated families living in all the sectors of the park which are Buhoma, Rushaga, Nkuringo, and Ruhija. You will spend a day tracking mountain gorillas, taking their pictures and enjoying their behavior however, you will also visit the Batwa community and know their way of living.

7 Days Uganda Chimps & Gorilla Trekking Safari

7 Days Uganda Chimps & Gorilla Trekking Safari

Day 1: Arrival and Transfer to Murchison Falls National Park Upon your arrival at Entebbe International Airport, you will be met by your guide who will transfer you to Murchison Falls National Park. The journey takes about 5-6 hours, and you will have several stops along the way for refreshments and to enjoy the scenic beauty of the Ugandan countryside. Once you reach the park, you will check into your chosen accommodation. Overnight: Pakuba Safari Lodge or Murchison River Lodge Day2: Full Day in Murchison Falls National Park Today, you will have a full day to explore Murchison Falls National Park. In the morning, embark on a game drive to spot wildlife such as elephants, giraffes, lions, buffalos, and various antelope species. After the game drive, enjoy a boat safari on the Nile River to the base of Murchison Falls, where you can see the Nile River squeezing through a narrow gorge and creating a dramatic waterfall. You will also have a chance to spot hippos, crocodiles, and a variety of bird species. Overnight: Pakuba Safari Lodge or Murchison River Lodge Day 3: Morning Game Drive and Transfer to Kibale Forest National Park Start the day with a morning game drive to spot any wildlife you might have missed the previous day. Afterward, you will drive to Kibale Forest National Park, known for its population of chimpanzees. Overnight: Chimpanzee Forest Guesthouse or Kibale Forest Camp Day 4: Chimpanzee Tracking in Kibale Forest and Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park In the morning, you will go on a chimpanzee tracking adventure in Kibale Forest. Accompanied by experienced guides, you will trek through the forest in search of habituated chimpanzee groups. Once you find them, you will spend a memorable hour observing and learning about these fascinating primates. Afterward, you will transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park. Overnight: Enganzi Game Lodge, Bush Lodge, or Queen Elizabeth Bush Lodge Day 5: Morning Game Drive and Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park Start the day with a morning game drive in Queen Elizabeth National Park, known for its diverse wildlife, including elephants, lions, leopards, buffalos, and a variety of antelope species. Afterward, you will drive to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, home to the endangered mountain gorillas. Overnight: Gorilla Mist Camp, Silverback Lodge, or Engagi Lodge Day 6: Mountain Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park On this day, you will embark on a once-in-a-lifetime experience of mountain gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. After a briefing by the park rangers, you will set off into the forest in small groups to track and observe one of the habituated gorilla families. Overnight: Gorilla Mist Camp, Silverback Lodge, or Engagi Lodge Day 7: Drive from Bwindi Impenetrable National Park to Entebbe Airport for Departure After breakfast, you will begin your journey back to Entebbe Airport for your departure.

Kampala: 3-Day Murchison Falls National Park Safari

Kampala: 3-Day Murchison Falls National Park Safari

Embark on a 3-day safari to Murchison Falls National Park from Kampala. Enjoy game drives, a boat cruise on the Nile, and a visit to the Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary. Stay in a luxury, mid-range, or budget lodge. Day 1: Transfer from Kampala to Murchison Falls National Park Start your safari early in the morning with a scenic drive northward to Murchison Falls National Park. En route, visit the Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for a walking safari to track rhinos. Enjoy a relaxing lunch stop at a local restaurant before proceeding to Murchison Falls. After lunch, continue to the park and make your way towards the top of Murchison Falls. Hike to the top of the falls for a spectacular view of Uhuru Falls and Murchison Falls where the Nile River forces itself through a narrow gorge, creating a thunderous roar. Transfer to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay. Day 2: Game Drive & Boat Cruise on the Nile After an early breakfast, head out for a thrilling morning wildlife safari game drive on the northern bank of the River Nile. Look out for the other Big Four: lions, leopards, elephants, buffaloes, in addition to the walking Safari tracking the rhinos at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary. Other species to see include giraffes, antelopes, and various bird species. Return to your lodge for a well-deserved lunch. In the afternoon, embark on a boat safari along the River Nile. The cruise takes you to the base of the falls where you can see hippos, crocodiles, elephants, and a variety of birdlife, including the rare shoebill stork. In the evening, take a short but rewarding hike to the top of the falls, or return to the Savannah park for an evening game drive. Enjoy dinner and relax under the African stars. Day 3: Return to Kampala If time allows, enjoy another game drive to catch more wildlife. After breakfast, begin your journey back to Kampala. You may opt for a packed lunch or stop in Masindi for lunch. Return to Kampala in the late afternoon, marking the end of your unforgettable Big Five Safari.

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Had a great, impressive time. Guide Arthur and driver Ibram were great and responded to everything. Really took us into the foreign culture!

It was very nice but the schedule was not exactly the same as online. But we enjoyed the experience really well!!