3-Day Murchison Falls Safari & Rhino Big Five Adventure

This 3 Days Murchison Falls Vacation Rhino Big Five Safari is a wonderful trip to Uganda’s largest park- Murchison Falls park. The tour commences on Day 1 from Entebbe with visits to Ziwa Rhino Ranch to see the only formally wild rhinos in Uganda and the nearby Minkwaro Minkwaro Cultural Village. On Day 2, you will also be taken on a game drive in Murchison Falls National Park where you will be taken through the park for the wild sight seeing including lions, elephants, buffaloes and leopards completing the internationally acclaimed big five. You will also go on a launch trip down the Nile to take a closer view of the Murchison Falls and the hippos, crocodiles and other wildlife. Safari comes to an end on the third day as you head back to Entebbe after an exciting wildlife experience.

The 3-Day Murchison Falls Vacation Rhino Big Five Safari is classified as moderate in its difficulty. The exercise that is done at Ziwa Rhino Ranch is rhino tracking where by you go to track the rhinos on foot walking which is a bit tiresome but is doable for most people. Safari in Murchison Falls National Park involves the use of safari jeeps for game viewing thus giving a comfortable experience. The boat ride down to the bottom of the Murchison falls is uneventful though very enjoyable. On the other hand, if you opt to hike to the summit of the falls, expect a medium steep incline. In general, the safari is comfortable enough to meet most travelers’ expectations, including families and seniors.

While on the 3 Day Murchison Falls Vacation- Rhino Big Five Safari, you are able to view many species of animals. In this park, the visitors will be able to see the already endemic southern white rhinos. During game drives in Murchison Falls National Park, one can spot the rest of the Big Five, including lions, leopards, elephants, and bufalloes, among others, as well as giraffes, Uganda kobs, warthogs, and hyenas. The Nile boat trip also affords opportunities to see hippos, crocodiles, and a particularly numerous and diverse avifauna – among them, the rare shoebill stork.

It is highly recommended to take the 3-Day Murchison Falls Vacation Rhino Big Five Safari during the dry seasons which include December February and June to September. These are the months when animals congregate around the water sources making them easier to sight and the roads are also serviceable for game drives. Nevertheless, it is advisable to take the safari at any time of the year; the rainy season is usually from March to May and from October to November presents the opportunity to see greenery, low traffic and good birding.

When going for the 3-Day Murchison Falls Vacation Rhino Big Five Safari, one needs to pack the basic necessities for survival and comfort. For game drives wear casual, light coloured clothing and comfortable shoes for Rhino tracking, hat and sunglasses. Additional batteries for a camera are particularly important when taking pictures of animals in the wild. Telescopic lenses will complement your looks or observations. Also, it is advisable to carry insect repellent, sunscreen, a refillable water bottle and any personal medication that you may require. It is advised that one wears a light jacket or sweater in the mornings and in the evenings as they can be cold sometimes.

Yes, the 3-Day Murchison Falls Vacation Rhino Big Five Safari is very suitable for families as it combines both fun and learning. Ziwa Rhino Ranch will captivate children with rhinos whereas elephants and giraffes can be viewed on the game drives and boat cruise on the Nile. Majority of the lodges and camps are family friendly units offering quality and comfortable accommodation and meals to children. However, it is useful to inquire the age limits for some activities for example rhino tracking because some of them may have age limits.