This 3 Day Uganda Safari Murchison Falls will take you to Uganda’s largest parks known as Murchison Falls National Park, situated in Northwestern Uganda on an area of 3,840 sq km, gazetted in 1926 as a game reserve. It is classified with Savannah grasslands, and the Victoria Nile that flows through separating it into two (the northern and southern bank). Murchison Falls is home to over 451 bird species such as the Great blue Turaco, Goliath heron, the Shoebill, and the dwarf kingfisher among others, 76 mammal species.
Itinerary
Day 1: Travel to Murchison Falls National Park with a stopover for Rhino Tracking
Day 2: Murchison Falls National Park – Morning game drive and a boat cruise along the Nile
Day 3: Transfer to Entebbe and Departure
Detailed Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1: Travel to Murchison Falls National Park with a stopover for Rhino tracking
After an early breakfast, our driver-guide will pick you up from your hotel or at your home place at 7:00 am, he will also brief you about your 3 Days safari to Murchison falls and you will start your 6 hours journey to Murchison Falls National Park. You will go through Luwero, and later have a stopover at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for Rhino tracking; here you will find both black and white rhinos.
After tracking has another stop in Masindi where you will have lunch, after lunch proceeds to the park, after making payments for park entry drive towards the top of the falls, here along the way you will see various animals such as warthogs, baboons among others. Being at the top of the falls is an amazing experience as you will watch the magnificent falls squeezing through the rocks in an 8m gorge. Take as many photos as you can. Return to the lodge for Dinner and Overnight.
Location: Murchison Falls National Park
Accommodation Options:
Silver: Pakuba Safari Lodge
Gold: Pakuba Safari Lodge
Platinum: Paraa Safari Lodge
Meals Plan: Breakfast and Lunch as well as Dinner
Drinking Water and Fruits Throughout the journey
Day 2: Murchison Falls National Park – Morning game drive and a boat cruise along the Nile
On this day wake up early and have breakfast at 6:30 am, after your driver and the ranger guide will pick you up from the lodge to start your Game drive at 7:00 am. During the drive, you will be in a position to see very many animals such as lions, buffaloes, giraffes, elephants, antelopes, waterbucks, and birds among others. After the game drive at around 11:40 am, drive back to the lodge, relax/freshen up, and have lunch as you prepare for the afternoon boat cruise.
On the boat you will be able to see various Nile crocodiles, hippos, buffaloes, elephants along the banks of the Nile as well as different beautiful birds some singing in the trees such as the bee-eaters, the colored kingfishers, the shoe billed stork and many others. The boat ride will take you to the base/bottom of the Murchison Falls when you reach here you will be able to see clearly the mighty waterfalls. Return to the lodge for Dinner and Overnight
Location: Murchison Falls National Park
Accommodation Options:
Silver: Pakuba Safari Lodge
Gold: Pakuba Safari Lodge
Platinum: Paraa Safari Lodge
Meals Plan: Breakfast and Lunch as well as Dinner
Drinking Water and Fruits Throughout the journey
Day 3: Transfer to Entebbe and Departure
Today, you will depart Murchison Falls National Park and transfer back to Entebbe International Airport for your flight home. Depending on your flight schedule, you may have the option to visit other nearby attractions. Such as the Kaniyo Pabidi forest, the Budongo Forest Reserve, or the Karuma Falls. Upon arrival at the airport, our guide will say goodbye to you and depart for your next destination. This 3 days Murchison Falls Safari in Uganda offers a unique blend of adventure, wildlife encounters, and breathtaking natural beauty. Whether you are a seasoned safari-goer or a first-time visitor, this itinerary is sure to leave you with lasting memories of your time in Uganda. Thank you so much for specifically choosing Magic African Safaris for your 3 days Murchison Falls Safari in Uganda and we hope to see you again!!
Location: Kampala (Uganda)
Accommodation Option: No (End of tour)
Meals Plan: Breakfast, and Lunch
Drinking Water and Fruits Throughout the journey
Cost Includes:
Return airport transfers (pick up and drop off)
Private transport for 3 days in a well-modified safari Extended land-cruiser (4WD,air-conditioned and pop-up roof)
Rhino Tracking in Ziwa rhino Sanctuary
Flue for 3 days
English safari driver guide for 3 days
Mid-range or luxury accommodation for 2 night on full board (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner)
All en-route meals and bottled mineral water throughout your tour
All park entrance and activities feel and all applicable government taxes
Cost Excludes:
International and domestic flights
Country entry visa
Personal travel insurance
Items of personal nature/laundry/telephone charges
Souvenirs and gifts, Tips
Alcoholic and other soft drinks (sodas, special juice order at the lodge and wines)
Special Deals on African Safari 2026-2027 (Rates Per Person in USD)
| Mid-range Safari | 2 People 1 room |
4 People 2 rooms |
6 People 3 rooms |
7 People+ |
| Price Per Person | $1188pp | $858pp | $748pp | GET A QUOTE |