3-Day Murchison Big Five Wildlife Safari

  Morning Adventure

• Upon reaching Entebbe Airport, you will be warmly welcome by your guide, who will brief you and then you hit the road

• During the road trip through authentic Uganda:
  Pass vibrant local markets at the roadside
  Watch out for traditional long horned cattle with massive horns
  Stop for photos of the rolling countryside

• The drive from Entebbe to Ziwa Rhino santuary takes between 3-4 hours. Reach the santuary and checkin

Midday Wildlife Encounter

• Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary - Uganda's only wild rhinos!

  • Walk with rangers to spot these armored giants. The tracking always takes 1 to 2 hours. Upon discovering the Rhinos, enjoy the moment with them,

  • Learn how Uganda brought rhinos back from extinction among others

  • Get your first "Big Five" checkmark!

Lunch Break

• Hot buffet lunch in Kabalega Dinner  (+256 774 582296)

• May-try: Local "Rolex" (Ugandan breakfast wrap)

• After the wonderful lunch, head back to car and hit the road to Murchison a 1 hour or 1hour 30 minutes drive to where a hike to the top of the fall starts.

Afternoon Waterfall Wonder: Hike to the top of the falls

Hiking The Top Of The Falls trail is about 45 minutes from the bottom of the falls. The trail is not so steep so it can be managed by everyone.

• Murchison Falls Experience:
  First view from TOP - Watch the Nile explode through a narrow gorge
  Short hike to BASE - Feel the mist on your face (rainbows guaranteed!)
  Pro photo spot: "Devil's Cauldron" viewpoint

Accomodation:

🛏️ Murchison River Lodge

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• Check in

• Sundowner drinks with Nile River views

• Listen for hippos grunting goodnight

Today's Special Moments:
Standing 10 feet from wild rhinos
Feeling the falls' thunder through your chest
Your first African sunset over the Nile

Pro Tips:

• Wear red/bright colors for amazing rhino photos

• Pack a waterproof phone case for the falls

• Ask your guide about the 1950s movie filmed here

Tomorrow: Sunrise game drive + Nile boat cruise to the falls!

Included:
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Murchison River Lodge

Sunrise Game Drive (Morning)

• Take a wonderful breakfast and enter the car for a wonderful morning game drive

• According to the luck of the day, explore Nyamsika Plateau, the park’s wildlife hotspot:
   Rothschild’s giraffes (world’s rarest!)
   Uganda kob males dueling with horns
   Cape buffalo herds dust-bathing
   Lion prides on morning patrol (fingers crossed!)
   Nile crocodiles sunning on riverbanks

Birdwatcher’s Paradise, depending on the luck of the day:

• Spot the shoebill stork (prehistoric-looking!)

• Watch goliath herons spear fishing.

• After the gamedrive, return back to the lodge. Relax and refresh getting ready for afternoon boat cruise

Afternoon Boat Cruise: 2-3 hours

Enjoy a serene boat cruise along the majestic River Nile, exploring the waters and wildlife of Murchison Falls National Park. Witness stunning riverine landscapes,

•  Hippo pods yawning & splashing
   Giant crocs (some 5m long!)
   Pied kingfishers dive-bombing for fish

• Grand Finale: Get soaked by Murchison Falls’ mist at "Devil’s Cauldron"

Evening Relaxation

• Sundowner drinks by the pool

• Listen for hyenas whooping at dusk

Must-Capture Moments:
Giraffes silhouetted at sunrise
Hippo "yawn battles" from your boat
The falls’ rainbow spray at close range

Insider Tip:
"The left side of the boat gets best photos of the falls!"

Included Today:
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Sleep: Same lodge

(Optional: Night game drive to spot leopards & genets - $50 pp)

Morning at Murchison Falls

• Wake up and enjoy your final breakfast. Get ready and check out of the hotel. 

• Hit the road back to Entebbe

Scenic Journey Back (7-8 hours)

• Drive through vibrant villages and tea plantations

• Relax in our comfortable safari vehicle with AC

Evening Drop-off

• Arrive Entebbe by 4-5 PM for evening flights
  OR

• Hotel transfer in Kampala for incase you may need extended stays. Please communicate this earlier to the guide

Your Take-Home Treasures:
1000+ wildlife photos
New ability to identify animal tracks
A heart full of African memories

Where to Next? Ask us about:

• Rwanda gorilla extensions

• Zanzibar beach add-ons

• Kenya/Tanzania safaris

Included Today:
Breakfast
Lunch
(Dinner on own if flight departs tonight)

Remember:

• Keep park permits as souvenirs

• Review your guide on TripAdvisor

• Tag us @GorillaDestinations with #MyMurchisonMagic

"Till we meet again - Webale nyo (thank you) for exploring Uganda with us!" 

(Safe travels! Your driver will assist with airport check-in if needed.)