Murchison falls national park is a prominent wildlife conservation located in western Uganda approximately 305 kilometers that is about 4to 6 hours of drive on ground. Murchison falls national park is known for abundant wildlife, bird species without forgetting that it encompasses the dramatic Murchison falls on the Victoria Nile river where water funnels through a narrow gorge creating a spectacular waterfall.
The 3 days Murchison falls national park safari takes you through Rhino trekking enroute in Zziwa Rhino sanctuary, game drive and boat cruise and visiting the top of the mighty falls. The 3 days’ safari can be spent as below.
Day 1: Transfer from Kampala to Murchison falls (Rhino trekking Enroute)
This is the beginning of your safari, the driver will pick you and transfer you to Murchison falls national park. This is approximately 305 kilometers from Kampala with a stop at Zziwa rhino sanctuary which is en route. This sanctuary is notable conservation area where you go rhino trekking and observe white rhinos in their natural habitat.
This is the only place where you are able to see Rhinos up close before continuing your journey to Murchison falls national park. During the trek, you will have the opportunity to observe these majestic creatures under the guidance of experienced guides who provide insights into rhino behavior and conservation efforts.
After trekking, the driver will take you to your booked hotel to rest, have dinner and an overnight stay.
Day 2: Game drive and boat cruise.
After an early morning breakfast, the driver will take you to the park headquarters where you will begin the adventurous game drive. The park offers a fantastic way to explore the park’s diverse wildlife. You can choose to do a morning or evening game drive but the most rewarding drive is during morning hours when animals are active.
Some of the animals that you might encounter is giraffes, lions, elephants, antelopes and buffaloes. You will also encounter numerous birds during your drive like shoebill stork, African fish eagle, Marabou stork, Goliath Heron, Secretary bird, African skimmers and Kingfishers. After the game drive, you can go back to your hotel and have lunch as you prepare or the evening boat cruise.
A boat cruise on the Nile river in Murchison falls national park is a popular and enchanting activity offering unique experiences. It is also one way of appreciating the natural beauty and wildlife of Murchison falls national park while taking picturesque scenery along the Nile river.
You can enjoy a thrilling launch cruise that takes you from Paraa to the base of Murchison falls, along the way, you are able to spot hippos, crocodiles and a variety of birds. The highlight is getting up close to the powerful falls where the Nile river forces its way through a narrow gorge.
A sunset cruise is also on, it offers stunning sunset views and a chance to see animals as they come to drink water on the river banks.
The delta cruise that is all about exploring the Nile delta where the river lows into lake Albert and the area is rich in birdlife and you can also spot animals like elephant and buffaloes.
After the boat cruise, the driver will take you back to your hotel, rest and have dinner with an overnight stay.
Day 3: Visit the top of Murchison falls (Return to Kampala)
After an early morning breakfast, the driver will take you to the starting point to begin your hike on top of the Murchison falls. This is a thrilling experience allowing you witness the incredible power of the Nile river as it squeezes through a narrow gorge and plummets down a spectacular waterfall.
To reach the top, you have to take a guided hike from the bottom of the falls, this hike takes you through the rugged terrain and offers stunning views along the way. You can also choose to do a boat trip offering a stop at the top of the falls where you can disembark and take a short hike to an observation of these majestic falls from above.
After the hike, the driver will pick you and take you back to Kampala or desired destination.
