Overview
This safari explores Uganda’s largest national park, where the Nile explodes through a gorge just seven metres wide. On the way north, stop at the Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary to track southern white rhino on foot with rangers.
In Murchison Falls, enjoy game drives among Rothschild’s giraffe, elephant, buffalo and lion, a boat trip to the foot of the falls and a morning cruise to the Nile delta in search of the shoebill.
Route
Highlights
- Rhino tracking on foot at Ziwa
- Top of Murchison Falls
- Boat trip to the base of the falls
- Rothschild's giraffe and lion on the northern plains
- Shoebill search in the Nile delta
Activities
- Boat safari
- Game drives
- Hike to the top of the falls
Day-by-day itinerary
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Day 1:
Ziwa Rhino & Murchison Falls
Murchison FallsYour guide collects you from your hotel in Entebbe in the morning for the drive to Murchison Falls (5–6 hours via the Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary). Head into Murchison Falls National Park and hike to the Top of the Falls to feel the Nile thunder through its narrow gorge.
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Day 2:
Nile Game Drive & Boat Safari
Murchison FallsCross the Nile by ferry at dawn for a game drive on the northern plains among Rothschild's giraffe, elephant, buffalo and lion. In the afternoon, cruise upstream to the foot of the falls, passing hippos, crocodiles and colourful bee-eaters.
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Day 3:
Nile Delta & Shoebill
Murchison FallsTake a morning boat trip downstream to the papyrus swamps of the Nile delta in search of the shoebill, then enjoy an afternoon game drive.
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Day 4:
Murchison Falls to Entebbe
Murchison FallsAfter an early game drive or a relaxed breakfast, travel back to Entebbe (5–6 hours), with a lunch stop on the way. On arrival you will be transferred to Entebbe International Airport or your hotel.
Meals: B = breakfast, L = lunch, D = dinner.
Accommodation
This itinerary is priced with mid-range accommodation. Every property is chosen for its location, guiding and service; final properties are confirmed at booking and we can upgrade or adjust any night.
- Murchison FallsLodge overlooking the Nile near Paraa3 nights
Meals: Full board on safari; breakfast and dinner in cities and at the beach
What's included
Included
- Private 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof and a professional English-speaking driver-guide
- Accommodation as listed (or similar, subject to availability)
- Meals as listed in the day-by-day itinerary
- All national park, reserve and conservation fees
- Arrival and departure airport transfers
- Bottled drinking water during the safari
- All government taxes and levies
- 24-hour in-country support from our Nairobi office
- Rhino tracking at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary and a Nile boat trip to the foot of the falls
Not included
- International flights
- Visa fees
- Comprehensive travel insurance (required)
- Tips and gratuities for guides and lodge staff
- Drinks other than drinking water, unless stated
- Personal expenses such as laundry, phone calls and souvenirs
- Optional porters on gorilla and chimpanzee treks (around USD 20 per trek)
Travel information
Best time to travel
December to February and June to September.
What to pack
- Neutral-coloured, lightweight clothing (khaki, olive, beige)
- A warm fleece or jacket for early mornings and evenings
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Sun hat, sunglasses and high-SPF sunscreen
- Binoculars and a camera with spare batteries and memory cards
- Insect repellent and personal medication
- A soft-sided bag rather than a hard suitcase
Experiences on this safari
Frequently asked questions
Is this a private safari?
Yes. This itinerary runs privately for your own group, with your own vehicle and guide. It can start on any date, and we can adjust the route, pace and accommodation to suit you.
What does the price include?
The guide price from USD 1,150 per person is based on two people sharing mid-range accommodation in the low season. It includes accommodation, the meals and activities listed, park fees and transfers. Prices vary by season and group size; we confirm an exact quote when you enquire.
Can we see rhino in Uganda?
Yes — at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, on the way to Murchison Falls, where you can track southern white rhino on foot with rangers.
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Enquire about this safari
Every date is available on request. Tell us when you would like to travel and we will send a tailored quote — adjustments welcome.
