5 Days Murchison Falls Safari

5 Days Murchison Falls Safari.

Uganda is one of the ideal destinations that every traveler should get a chance to visit one of the Famous National known to be the best Mountain Gorilla destination. It has a lot to offer in terms of tourism. Uganda is a friendly and hospitable country with a warm and welcoming people. The 4 days Murchison Falls with Chimpanzee Tracking Safari Package takes you to visit one of Uganda`s biggest National parks, Murchison Falls National Park. It starts from Entebbe to Murchison and Budongo Forest for chimpanzee tracking and then back to Entebbe for the outbound Flight.

Draft Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival at Entebbe International Airport | Transfer to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary

Day 2: Transfer to Murchison Falls National Park

Day 3: Morning Game Drive and afternoon boat trip to bottom of the falls

Day 4: Transfer to Budongo Forest for Chimpanzee Trekking.

Day 5: Transfer back to Kampala via Hoima

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1: Transfer to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary

Transfer to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, Break the journey at 170km with a stop at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for the on-foot white rhino tracking.  There are about 42 southern white rhinos here and other wildlife in a more wild setting. After this, you will have lunch and check in at the lodge for relaxation, dinner and Overnight. Overnight: Ziwa Lodge

Day 2: Transfer to Murchison Falls National Park

After your early Morning breakfast, you will transfer to Murchison Falls National Park. Murchison Falls National Park lies within a serene environment of Uganda portraying exquisite sceneries. Along your trip to this fascinating place, the powerful Murchison Falls stands out and portrays a picture of Natures motherland Uganda.

Murchison Falls National Park is among the earliest game reserves which was established in 1952 and has become a National Park for naturalists and wildlife lovers. This is an indication of Uganda’s devotion to protecting the country’s natural endowment. It occupies about 3840 square kilometers, providing a massive space for various species of animals.

You will Later have lunch, dinner, relaxation and overnight.

Overnight: Murchison River Lodge

Day 3: Morning Game Drive and afternoon boat trip to bottom of the falls

Wake up to your Early Morning Breakfast; head out for a Morning Game drive in the park. This track has the Cape buffaloes, Rothschild’s giraffes, Uganda kob, hartebeest and waterbucks. You may also spot oribi, bushbuck, Bohor reedbuck, warthog and bush pig plus large carnivores including lions, leopards and spotted hyenas. Patas Monkeys and olive baboons head the list of six species of primates found in the park. Crocodiles and hippos will be seen along the banks of the Nile.

You will return to your lodge for a late breakfast and some relaxation before setting off in the afternoon boat trip to bottom of the falls on the placid Victoria Nile, upstream, to the base of the falls. En route you may spot hippos, crocodiles, water buck and a wide variety of birds. The boat stops just tens of meters from the “Devil’s Cauldron” for pictures to be taken of the photogenic and majestic Murchison Falls. Later get back to the lodge for a relaxed evening plus dinner and overnight.

Overnight: Murchison River Lodge

Day 4: Transfer to Budongo Forest for Chimpanzee Trekking.

Wake up to your early morning Breakfast, you will drive to Budongo Forest for your chimpanzee trekking Adventure. You will check in at the headquarters for debriefing. The duration of chimpanzee trekking can vary, but it typically takes a few hours. The trek may involve moderate to challenging hikes through the lush forest, adding an adventurous element to the experience. Your trek will be led by knowledgeable and trained guides. These guides are familiar with the chimpanzee communities and their behavior, enhancing the safety and enjoyment of the trek.

You will head back to the lodge for dinner, relaxation and overnight.

Overnight: Murchison River Lodge

Day 5: Transfer back to Kampala via Hoima

After your Early Morning Breakfast, You will embark on your journey to Entebbe via Hoima lunch Enroute and then to Kampala-Entebbe for your departure flight.

END OF THE 5 DAYS MURCHISON FALLS UGANDA SAFARI

Inclusions:

• Fuel, English Speaking Guide
• Tourist 4 x4 Popup Roof land cruiser
• Chimpanzee Tracking Permit
• Rhino Tracking at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary
• Boat trip
• Full Time Mineral Water
• Game drives
• Park Entrance Fees
• Extra Lunch on the Last day en route to Kampala
• Accommodation (Triple Bed Cottage) and meal plan as listed in the above program

Exclusions:

• International Flights
• Souvenirs
• Tips
• Any extra meals or activities not listed in the program

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