3-Day Murchison Falls National Park Safari & Chimpanzee Trekking at Budongo Forest
Embark on an extraordinary three-day safari through Uganda’s crown jewel —Murchison Falls National Park, the nation’s largest, oldest, and most celebrated protected area, nestled in the breathtaking landscapes of north western Uganda.
This iconic park takes its name from the awe-inspiring Murchison Falls, wherethe mighty Nile River squeezes through a narrow 7-meter gorge before plunging 45 meters in a thunderous cascade — a spectacular testament tonature’s raw, untamed power.
Within this vast wilderness, a rich tapestry of wildlife unfolds. The park is home to over 76 mammal species, including the legendary Big Five memberssuch as elephants, lions, leopards, and buffaloes, alongside graceful giraffes, warthogs, hyenas, and a dazzling variety of antelope species —from the elegant Uganda kob to the robust hartebeest and water-buck.
The Nile teems with hippos and formidable crocodiles, while the skies above are alive with more than 450 bird species, including the rare shoebill stork, Goliath heron, African fish eagle, Abyssinian ground hornbill, and akaleidoscope of kingfishers, bee-eaters, and weavers.
Your adventure continues in Budongo Forest, East Africa’s largest natural rainforest, where you’ll trek in search of wild chimpanzees. Spend an unforgettable hour observing a habituated troop — a truly intimate encounter with our closest primate relatives.
Zziwa Rhino Sanctuary is the only place in Uganda where you can see wild rhinos. It’s home to 22 southern white rhinos, reintroduced after extinction in the 1980s. Visitors can track rhinos on foot for a rare, up-close encounter, making it a unique conservation success story and wildlife experience.
Itinerary Details
Day 1: Transfer to Murchison Falls & Rhino Trekking at Zziwa Sanctuary
Your adventure begins with a morning pickup from your accommodation by your professional driver-guide, who will provide a detailed safari briefing before departure. Enjoy a scenic drive northward to Zziwa Rhino Sanctuary, the only place in Uganda where wild rhinos can be observed. Here, you’ll
embark on a guided walk to track and photograph the magnificent white rhinos in their natural environment — a rare and unforgettable wildlife encounter.
Afterward, continue to Masindi Town for a leisurely lunch before proceeding to Murchison Falls National Park, where you’ll check in at your lodge and relax for the evening, surrounded by the tranquil sounds of the African wilderness
Day 2: Morning Game Drive, Boat Cruise & Top of the Falls Experience
Rise early for an exciting morning game drive around 6:00 AM, the best timeto witness wildlife at its most active. Traverse the park’s vast savannah in search of lions, leopards, elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, antelopes, and other incredible species that call Murchison Falls home.
In the afternoon, enjoy a boat cruise along the Nile River to the base of thefalls — a scenic journey that offers close encounters with hippos, Nile crocodiles, elephants, and a spectacular array of birdlife
Later, visit the top of Murchison Falls, where the mighty Nile crashes througha narrow gorge before plunging 45 meters below. This dramatic viewpoint
provides stunning photo opportunities and an awe-inspiring perspective of the park’s namesake attraction.
Day 3: Chimpanzee Trekking & Return to Kampala
After breakfast, transfer to Budongo Forest, part of the Murchison Falls Conservation Area, for a memorable chimpanzee trekking experience. Guided by expert trackers, you’ll venture deep into the forest to locate and spend an hour with a habituated chimpanzee community — an intimate and educational
encounter with our closest primate relatives.
Following this remarkable experience, begin your journey back to Kampala, enjoying the scenic drive through Uganda’s countryside as your safari adventure comes to a fulfilling close.
Includes:
* Professional English-speaking guide
* Transfers in a private air-conditioned vehicle
* Hotel Pick up and Drop off
* Accommodation for 2 nights
* Meals
* Soft Drinks and snacks on board
* Park admission fees
* Game drive
* Boat cruise
* Top of the Falls Experience
* Rhino Trekking at Zziwa Sanctuary
* Chimpanzee Trekking at Budongo Forest
Excludes:
* Tips & Gratuities
* Souvenirs
* Alcoholic drinks
* Personal expenses