3 DAYS MURCHISON FALLS SAFARI
Highlights
- Explore the breathtaking Murchison falls NP via Zziwa Rhino Sanctuary
- Enjoy amazing morning game drive and afternoon boat cruise to the bottom of the falls
- Opportunity to witness over 20 species of wildlife as well as 300 different bird species
- Observe an amazing view from the top of the falls
Overview
This safari gives you a chance to see the big 5 in the country. The trip takes you to Uganda’s biggest National park which homes the world’s strongest falls Murchison falls which forces into a 7m narrow gorge and falling 43m down on strong rocks forming a thunderous and strongest water fall before flowing down into Lake Albert. Different animals can be spotted like Buffaloes, elephants, lions, leopards, crocodiles, hippos. Along the way to Murchison is Zziwa rhino sanctuary, the only place where rhinos can be spotted in the wild.
- Day 1 - DAY 1: Pickup from the airport/guest house and Transfer to Murchison falls NP via ZZiwa Rhino Sanctuary.
Today you will meet your guide and drive to Murchison falls National Park via Zziwa Rhino sanctuary for Rhino tracking and later proceed to the park for Dinner and overnight at Hornbill bushLodge.
Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary
Ziwa rhino sanctuary is a popular destination and most of the tour operators travelling from Kampala towards Murchison include a stop at the sanctuary as a permanent part of their itineraries. Feedback from visitors is extremely positive, and our visitor numbers are expected to continue to grow
A security force of 80 Rangers of which many are armed, patrols the fence, guard the gates, and monitor the rhinos 24 hours per day. The sanctuary is not only home to the rhinos but also to approximately 20 other species of wildlife as well as 300 different bird species highlighting Uganda’s unique biodiversity and emphasizing the importance of conserving it. The conservation effort is proving successful as we see the numbers of wildlife growing within the sanctuary. While here you will also go in search of the elusive shoe bill one of the Great birds and one not to miss while on safari in Uganda. - Day 2 - Morning game drive and afternoon boat cruise to the bottom of the falls
After breakfast, you will go for your morning game drive that will provide you an opportunity of spotting wild game that may include, giraffes, buffaloes, antelopes, hippos and if lucky cats such as lions and leopards. Return to the lodge for a lunch break before proceeding to the pier for your two-hour boat cruise to the bottom of the falls to witness how river Nile squeezes itself in a narrow gorge before exploding out producing an experience of a lifetime.
- Day 3 - Drive to the top of the falls and transfer back to Kampala.
After the morning breakfast, you will drive to the top of the falls to have a view of the falls from top. With the unique rocks Formation, it makes it ideal for photography and the beautiful rainbow which cuts across the splashing water on sunny days. After you will go through the Southern gate via Hoima as you exit the park to drive back to Kampala to End the safari
- • Airport transfers • 4x4 transport with English speaking local drivers/guides for all road transport • Accommodation and meals as above. • All park entrances • Game drives and boat cruise to the bottom of the falls • Rhino Tracking. • Drinking water in the vehicle
- • Ugandan visa USD50 per person • All expenses of personal nature such as tips and drinks