Group Size

Suitable for solo travelers and groups
Departure from

This tour is a one way tour that begins and concludes in Entebbe.
Accomodation

Pre and post tour accommodation can also be arranged at an extra cost
Transportation

Pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle & boat
Arrival on

Can start any day
Tour type

Mid-range, private tour
Meals

All meals included
Language

English
Minimum Age

1

Overview

Experience Uganda’s wild side on a 3-day Murchison Big Five wildlife safari with thrilling game drives, Nile boat cruises, and chances to spot the Big Five in their natural habitat.

Murchison Falls National Park houses the African big four which include lions, leopards, elephants and the cape Buffalos. To ensure you capture all the “Big Five, you will also take a stop at the Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary to complete the rhino sighting.

Highlights

Can start any day
Private tour
Mid-range tour
Can be customized
Suitable for solo travelers
Minimum age of 1 year
An airport transfer is not included. When on the airport you can hire an airport taxi or you can get the hotel to organize for an airport transfer or you can organize for the transfer yourself.

Day 01 :

Murchison Falls National Park

Following the breakfast, you will go north at 7:00am through Luweero and Masindi districts which pop up traditional farming and regions. You will visit the Ziwa Ranch Rhino Sanctuary for a Rhino tracking then proceed to Masindi town for lunch and a fuel replenishment break. On your arrival at Murchison Falls National Park, you will first go to the feeble falls to take a round tour both above and below the falls. Here the Nile River flows through a seven meter drop with another free fall of forty-five meters. As a result of this, the waters churn and bubble and the sound that results helps create one of the most spectacular views. lunch and your overnight will be at the Parkside Safari Lodge.

Main Destination:

Murchison Falls National Park

When to goDecember to February viability and easy to spot the animals.

High SeasonJune to September (Peak time for Uganda)

Best WeatherJune and July (Less rain and lower temperatures)

Wildlife in Murchison Falls NP

Chimpanzee, Elephant, Giraffe, Lion, Buffalo, Hippo, Leopard, White Rhino, Black Rhino, Cheetah, Zebra, Wildebeest, Wild Dog

Accommodation:

Parkside Safari Lodge

This is a mid-range lodge set just outside the boundary of Murchison Falls National Park.

Meals & Drinks:

Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 02 :

Murchison Falls National Park

After that, you will wake up early and start your game at exactly 6:30 am for a game drive in the Nyamsika plateau. game viewing in Queen Elizabeth National Park entails seeing big project animals such as the cape buffalo, Rothschild’s giraffe, Uganda Kob, Hartebeest and waterbuck. It is home to small Antelopes such as oribi, bushbuck, Bohor’s reedbuck, shy sitatunga, bush duiker, warthog, and bush pigs as well as large carnivores like lions, leopards, and spotted hyenas. Crocodiles and hippos can be found in areas close to Nile. This area is also home to many birds such as goliath heron, Egyptian geese, pelican, king fisher, horn bill, saddle-bill stork as well as the endangered shoebill stork .

In the afternoon you will take a boat ride upstream to the base of the falls after lunch has been provided for you. Here you will spot hippos, crocodiles, water buck, and a host of birds and, interestingly, the rare shoebill stork. The boat gets to a site about tens of meters away from the “Devit’s Cauldron” to enable you capture the beauty of Murchison Falls. Accommodation: Dinner and your overnight stay will be at the lodge.

Main Destination:

Murchison Falls National Park

Accommodation:

Parkside Safari Lodge

This is a mid-range lodge set just outside the boundary of Murchison Falls National Park.

Meals & Drinks:

All meals included
Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 03 :

Entebbe

We shall then have breakfast and then drive to the top of the ‘thunderous Murchison falls’ before proceeding with the journey to Kampala. After lunch you will proceed to Entebbe where you will catch a flight back home. It was great to have you on the amazing Murchison’s Falls and we hope you had a great time.

Main Destination:

Entebbe (City)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

End of tour

Extra bedding facilities can also be provided at a minimal charge.
Airport transfers back to the airport are not included in this package. You can take a taxi, contact the hotel to arrange a transfer or arrange one before arriving yourself.

FAQs

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Which animals can I expect to encounter in Murchison Big Five Wildlife Safari?

The Murchison Big Five Wildlife Safari offers a number of opportunities for observing animals especially the Big Five which comprises of lions, elephants, buffaloes, leopards and rhinoceros. Large herds of elephants and buffalos can be sighted in the Murchison Falls National Park and lions can be seen hunting while patrolling in the open plains. Even when the leopards are found they tend to hide in trees, however, one may just be fortunate to spot one. Some of them can be seen at the Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, which is a part of the safari tour. It will also be possible to see other large animals such as giraffes, hippos, crocodiles, warthogs, and several species of antelopes in addition to the Big Five.

What are the different things that are offered at the Murchison Big Five Wildlife Safari?

Wildlife viewing and photography opportunities are the key attractions of the Murchison Big Five Wildlife Safari, but there are also numerous other activities that are available for one to take full advantage of whilst on the safari. A good one is the wildlife tracking in Murchison Falls National Park whereby you will be able to watch the animals of the savannahs in their natural environment. Another interesting site to visit is the Nile River on a boat cruise that gives you an opportunity to see hippos, crocodiles, and birds such as the African fish eagle. You will also be going to the Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary to track Rhinos on foot for a total of 3 hrs. As part of the activities, expect to go through a guided tour to the top of the Murchison Falls to view the powerful water falls.

When is the best season to go on the Murchison Big Five Wildlife Safari?

Best time to undertake the Murchison Big Five Wildlife Safari is in the dry seasons, December to February and June to September. These months are good for tracking and filming the wildlife since the animals flock around water bodies as the vegetation is thin. Travel within the park is relatively easier as the terrain is least as challenging during the dry season as compared to the wet. The rainy first period, from March to May, and the second one, between October and November, offer a much greener environment, and therefore, the increase of bird activity, making it especially suitable for bird watching.

What bag and suitcase do I need to bring on the Murchison Big Five Wildlife Safari?

When going on the Murchison Big Five Wildlife Safari, one must pack lightly, but at the same time appropriately for the activities one will be undertaking. When going on game drives they should dress informally in comfortable and dull colored clothes. Well chosen binoculars will go a long way to make your wildlife viewing exciting. Sunglasses, and hats are necessities, as well as sunscreen should one intend on sunbathing. Insect repellent should be used because of protection from mosquitoes. Comfy shoes, water bottles, packed lunch, insect repellent, sun block: These should be worn or carried along during the rhino tracking and the waterfall hike. Extra batteries and memory cards for the camera is also important so that wonderful wildlife and geographical features of the country can be photographed.

Is the Murchison Big Five Wildlife Safari appropriate for travelers with children?

Yes, the Murchison Big Five Wildlife Safari is safe for children hence families can go for it. The game drives, the boat cruises, and guided walks present fun and entertaining ways through which children can view the wild life. However, parents should be warned that some of the activities for instance rhino tracking may involve physical exertion and may not be safe for children of tender ages. One should consult the tour operator to find out if there are any limitations with ages when it comes to certain activities. Coals snacks and entertainment as well as things like sunscreen if you are planning to spend the day can be greatly beneficial to the kids.

What facilities are there in terms of accommodation for the Murchison Big Five Wildlife Safari?

This wildlife safari gives choices of accommodation depending on the Lodges and Camps class which can be considered luxury, mid range and budget. These are the luxury lodges, the mid-range safari lodges and finally the low budget campsites. Services offered by luxury lodges include well-furnished rooms that have an en-suite facility, mouthwatering meals and magnificent park views. Midrange lodges provide comfortable but simple accommodation facilities with basic necessities, while budget campsites give simple accommodation facilities near natural setting. Many lodges and camps are situated strategically to ensure that they are located near or within game viewing circuits or next to the River Nile view or the Savanna view.