Best 3 Days Murchison Falls National Park Safari

Best 3 Days Murchison Falls National Park Safari

The best 3 days Murchison Falls National Park Safari gives you a great time in the wild with great Wildlife sighting of the magnificent Big five animals, Boatcruise and Hiking to the top of the falls .From a 45m wall through and 8m wide gorge that give a very scenic look and a thunderous roar that continues with its course on the Victoria Nile.

The amazing Savannah vegetation shelters wildlife species such as lions, warthogs, elephants, antelopes, buffalos, Rhinos and birds species  like Goliath heron, kingfishers, rare shoebill, the storks among others. The park was established in 1926 as a game reserve hence  Uganda’s oldest and largest park located in Northwestern Uganda with an area of 3,80sqkm home of over 460 bird and 76 mammal species.

Detailed Itinerary for the Best 3 Days Murchison Falls National Park

• Day 1: Transfer to Murchison Falls National Park
• Day 2: Morning Game Drive and Afternoon Boat ride on River Nile
• Day 3: Scenic transfer to the Lodge or Airport

Detailed Itinerary for the Best 3 Days Murchison Falls National Park

Day 1: Transfer to Murchison Falls National Park

On the first day of the best 3 Days Murchison Falls National Park Safari, you will meet our driver-guide will meet you in at the Lodge or Entebbe. He will  give you an overview of the safari and start the journey . You will stop at the Ziwa rhino sanctuary to track rhinos and you will have lunch after the trek.

After lunch, you will proceed to Murchison Falls for a short hike to witness the strongest water falls in the world.

Enjoy one of the most powerful and breathtaking natural attractions in Africa on the mighty River Nile that forces its way through a narrow 7-meter gorge before plunging about 43 meters down . This incredible force creates a thunderous roar, misty spray and dramatic rainbow views.

After the hiking, an evening sunset  game drive will be done while driving to the Lodge.

Arrive at the Lodge for dinner and over night.

Accommodation

Pakuba Safari Lodge (Midrange)

The Elephent Oasis Lodge (Luxury)

Day 2: Morning Game Drive and Afternoon Boat ride on River Nile 

On the second day of the Safari, you will meet your driver guide after an early breakfast to go on the early morning game drive.This will be a great time to see the elephants, buffaloes, giraffes, Jackson’s hartebeest, lions, waterbucks, warthogs, leopards, Uganda kobs, and various bird species. You will proceed to the hippo pool for bush breakfast .

You will drive back to the lodge for lunch after the game drive.
After lunch, you will embark on an exciting boat ride adventure to the base of the falls. There you will be able to see large groups of hippos and Nile crocodiles in the water as well as aquatic bird species .On the boat ride  you will see animals like elephants, buffaloes, Uganda kobs, warthogs and waterbucks  drinking water along the shores. Following the fascinating boat ride you will meet your driver guide to go back to the lodge for dinner, relaxation and overnight stay at the same lodge.

Day 3: Scenic transfer to the Lodge or Airport

The last day of the Best 3 Days Murchison Falls National Park Safari, will start with a leisurely breakfast. You’ll check out of the lodge and meet your driver guide for a quick game drive through the park where you can see some of the animals you might have missed on the day before.

You will drive out of the park and begin your journey back to Kampala or to  Entebbe International Airport.  You will stop for lunch on the way to Kampala where you will arrive early in the evening. Your driver guide will drop you off at any recommended location once you arrive.

End of 3 Days Murchison falls Safari

Safari Includes
• Pick up and drop off in Kampala/ Entebbe.
• Boat cruise fees.
• Rhino tracking fees.
• Full-time English speaking driver guide.
• Park entrance fees/ Game drives.
• Top of the falls hike.
• Accommodation as indicated in the itinerary.
• All meals at the lodge (breakfast-lunch-dinner)
• 4WD  safari jeep and fuel.
• Bottled drinking water.

Safari Excludes
• Air flight tickets and visas
• Life insurance
• Optional activities not included on the itinerary
• Personal expenses like buying souvenirs, crafts, Alcoholic drinks , meals, laundry services, tips among others.

1. Where is Murchison Falls National Park located?

It’s  located in northwestern Uganda about 5–7 hours by road from Kampala. The park lies along the Victoria Nile where it forces through a narrow gorge to form the famous falls.

2. What is the best time to visit?

Best Months;

• December – February
• June – September

These are dry seasons which are ideal for wildlife viewing and easier road conditions.

Rainy seasons (March–May & Oct–Nov).

• Greener scenery
• Fewer tourists
• Some roads become muddy

3. What animals can I see?

Murchison has Uganda’s largest wildlife population.

• Elephants
• Giraffes (Rothschild’s giraffes)
• Lions
• Buffaloes
• Uganda kob
• Hippos
• Nile crocodiles

You may also spot leopards and over 50 bird species.

4. What activities are in Murchison falls National park?

• Game drives (especially north bank)
• Boat cruise to the bottom of the falls
• Top of the falls hike/viewpoint
• Bird watching
• Nature walks
• Chimpanzee tracking in Budongo Forest Reserve

5. How many days are enough?

 Ideal stay: 2–3 days

 6. Do I need a 4×4 vehicle?

Highly recommended.

Some park roads are rough especially during rains. Most visitors use;

• Tour operators
• Safari vans
• 4×4 Land Cruisers

7. Are there accommodation options?

Yes , for all budgets:

• Luxury safari lodges
• Mid-range lodges
• Budget campsites

Many lodges overlook the Nile River.