3 Days Murchison Falls Safari in Uganda: Enjoy adventurous game drives

Overview about Murchison Falls Uganda

This 3 Days Murchison Falls Safari Uganda  Safari will take you through Uganda’s oldest & largest park (Murchison Falls National Park). Murchison Falls national park covers the total land area of about 3840 sq. km. Additionally, it has the world most powerful waterfalls of the Victoria Nile. Also, the Victoria Nile drifts through diving Murchison Falls Uganda into 2 sections -northern & southern bank.

 Murchison falls national park is classified by savanna grassland. So, the attractions at Murchison falls national park include about 451 bird species and 76 mammals.  Murchison Falls National Park shelters birds in Uganda  like Great Blue Turaco, Goliath Heron, Shoebill, & the Dwarf kingfisher and many more. Also, mammals include, Nile  crocodiles. The best thing to do in Uganda or tourism attractions at Murchison fall national park include game drives, boat cruise, nature walks , chimpanzee trekking , tree climbing lions and bird watching. So, you expect to enjoy these experiences during your 3 days Murchison falls safari in Uganda.

What to know about your 3 days safari in Uganda at Murchison falls

Firstly, you should know that this incredible & thunderous Falls pushes through the gorge that is 8m wide. Also, you will also have the opportunity to relish a fascinating hike to the top of the falls. This is where spotting turns out very spectacular and this hike takes 3 days 2 nights during your Murchison falls national park safari.

Highlights for your 3 Days Murchison Falls Safari Uganda

• Day 1: Transfer to Murchison Falls
• Day 2: Engage in the Game Drives & Boat Cruise on the Nile plus Hiking to the Top of Murchison falls
• Day 3: Departure

Things to do in Uganda during your Murchison Falls 3 days safari

1. Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary: This sanctuary is the only spot in Uganda where you can view rhinoceros, and it allows you to track wild rhinos on foot.
2. The top of Murchison Falls is where you may witness the most powerful waterfall in the world, where the Nile River flows through a tight gorge that is seven meters deep.
3. Game drives offer the opportunity to observe the Big Five (excluding rhino), which consists of lions, elephants, leopards, buffaloes, and giraffes, while traversing broad savannah plains.
4. While on the Victoria Nile Boat Safari, you will have the opportunity to observe hippos, crocodiles, elephants, and a diverse array of birdlife as you make your way towards the base of Murchison Falls.
5. Scenic Views & Sunset Moments: Unwind with gorgeous sunset views over the Nile and Murchison Falls landscapes in Uganda.
6. Comfortable Lodges: Choose from budget, midrange, or luxury safari lodges in the heart of the park for your2 nights stay.

Below is a detailed itinerary for your 3 days Murchison Falls safari in Uganda.

Detailed 3 Days Murchison Falls National Park Safari

Day 1: Transfer to Murchison Falls National Park.

You will be picked by our driver guide from Entebbe International Airport on day 1 of your 3 Days Murchison Falls Safaris in Uganda. Also, transfer to the park takes about 6hrs with traffic jam included and you will head to Northwest of Uganda via Kampala-Gulu highway. Without traffic jam expect to directly reach Murchison Falls in 4 and a half to 5 hours which is hard. Have a stopover at the Zziwa Rhino Sanctuary, where you will engage in a Nature walk & spot Rhinos in their natural home. Later, have a lunch stopover in Masindi town, proceed to the elaborate Murchison national Falls where you will be dumbfounded at the awe-inspiring beauty of the impressive Nile River (World’s longest river). Its spotted twisting its way through Murchison Falls National park & falling steeply via a narrow gap which is spectacular. Check-in, Dinner & overnight stay at Murchison falls Africa.

Day 2: Engage in the Game Drive & Boat Cruise on the Nile plus Hiking to the Top of Murchison falls

Day 2  of your 3 Days Murchison Falls Safari begins with your breakfast. Later on, move to the Murchison Falls National park headquarters for a short briefing, then move directly to the park.  Embark on your morning game drive and spot scenic vegetation covers including the savannah woodlands, Riverine forests. Also spot wildlife such as Elephants, lions, Giraffes, leopards, Harte beasts, crocodiles and Oribi. Additionally, take beautiful pictures  for memories if you moved along with perfect camera, etc.

Return back to your lodge for lunch.  After  having your lunch, you will take part in the Boat cruise on the Nile River. Also, spot wildlife like Hippopotamus, crocodiles, at the river banks plus different species of birds. Lastly, get to know the history of Murchison falls national park

Meal Plan: Breakfast in the morning, Lunch at noon and Dinner at night

Accommodation options for your Murchison Falls Safari

• Luxury: Paraa Safari Lodge / Baker’s Lodge
• Mid-range: Pakuba Safari Lodge / Murchison River Lodge
• Budget: Red Chilli Rest Camp

Day 3: Departure and end of your 3 days Murchison Falls safari Uganda

In the morning, have breakfast, check out of the lodge, then proceed & transfer back to your 1st current location (Airport/Hotel/Lodge). Our driver guide will transfer your to Entebbe International airport for your departure. Hence, concluding your 3 Days Murchison Falls Uganda Safari, adventurous game drives (Murchison Falls National Park).

We can also customise this Murchisons Falls safari in any way you want. There are various options you can try for examplre self guided tours to Murchison falls. Here, you would opt for a self drive, with so many self drive packages to consider in any destination.

Best time to go to Murchison Falls

The best time to visit Uganda for a Murchison Falls National Park safari is from June to September and December to February.

These are Uganda’s dry seasons, which provide the ideal safari experiences:

• Wildlife Viewing: Animals congregate near water sources, making spotting easier.
• Game drives: The roads are dry and easier to navigate since its the dru season.
• Boat cruises: Clear sky provide ideal photographic settings.
• Bird Watching in Uganda: Good all year, but best for migrating birds from November to April.

Worst time to visit Murchison Falls for a safari in Uganda

The rainy seasons of March through May and October through November are the worst times to go for a Murchison Falls safari in Uganda.
Even though Murchison Falls is open year-round, there might be issues during certain seasons:
• Road Conditions: Driving on some roads becomes more challenging when they become muddy.
• Wildlife Visibility: Because of the tall grass and intermittent water, it may be a little harder to see animals.
• Rain Showers: Could postpone game drives and boat excursions.
However, the rainy season is the ideal time of year for low-budget travelers to Murchison Falls National park for a Uganda safari. So, this is because lodging prices are lower and there are fewer tourists. The scenery is also lush and green, which makes for beautiful photos.