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3 Day Murchison Falls National Park Safari

Overview

Murchison Falls National Park, located in northern Uganda, is the country’s largest conservation area, spanning 3,840 square kilometers. The park is traversed by the powerful River Nile, offering thrilling safari experiences amidst diverse landscapes, including swamps, tropical rainforests, savannah woodlands, and grasslands. Home to a wide range of wildlife, including chimpanzees in the Budongo Forest, lions, hyenas, buffaloes, leopards, hippos, crocodiles, the rare shoebill stork, and various other species, Murchison Falls is a must-visit destination. Visitors can enjoy spectacular game drives and boat cruises to the base of the falls and the delta. A stay of 2 to 4 days is recommended to fully explore the park.

Tour Summary for this 3 Day Murchison Falls National Park Safari

Day 1: Drive to Murchison Falls National Park via Zziwa Rhino Sanctuary and the top of the falls.
Day 2: Morning game drive and afternoon boat cruise to the base of the falls.
Day 3: Drive back to Kampala or Entebbe for your departure flight.

Highlights

Location: Uganda
Activities: Game drives, boat cruise on the Nile, rhino tracking
Transport: Open-sided 4×4 vehicle
Included: Accommodation, airport/hotel transfers, tour guide
Group Size: Maximum of 6 people per group
Age Limit: 15 years and above
Tour Flexibility: Customizable, solo travelers welcome

TRIP ITINERARY

Tour Plan

Day 1

Pickup from the Hotel and Transfer to Murchison Falls National Park

Your guide will meet you at your hotel for a briefing about your safari. Then, embark on a 4-5 hour drive to Murchison Falls National Park. Along the way, stop at Zziwa Rhino Sanctuary to track both white and black rhinos. This sanctuary is crucial for the rhino reintroduction effort in Uganda, as rhinos were poached to extinction in the 1970s. After rhino tracking, proceed to Masindi for lunch. Continue your journey to Murchison Falls National Park and visit the top of the falls. Arrive at your accommodation in the evening for dinner and overnight stay.

Accommodation: Bakers Lodge (Upmarket), Murchison River Lodge (Mid-Range), Red Chilli (Budget)
Meals: All meals included

Day 2

Game Drive and Boat Cruise

After an early breakfast, cross the ferry to the northern section of the park, known as Paraa, for a morning game drive. This area is rich in wildlife, including lions, buffaloes, elephants, and leopards. The delta region is home to hippos, crocodiles, and the rare shoebill stork. Wildlife sightings depend on the day's conditions. After the game drive, return to your lodge for lunch. In the afternoon, embark on a boat cruise to the base of Murchison Falls. This highlight of your safari offers views of numerous water and land animals, including buffaloes, elephants, crocodiles, and various bird species. The boat cruise provides a close-up view of the falls as the Nile forces its way through a narrow gorge. Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight stay.

Accommodation: Bakers Lodge (Upmarket), Murchison River Lodge (Mid-Range), Red Chilli (Budget)
Meals: All meals included

Day 3

Departure

After breakfast, drive back to Kampala or Entebbe International Airport for your departure flight.

INCLUDES & EXCLUDES

Includes

Airport transfers on the first and last day
Transport in a 4×4 safari vehicle
Services of an English-speaking driver/guide
Fuel for the entire trip
Accommodation and meal plan as per the itinerary
All Park entrance fees
Drinking water while in the vehicle

Excludes

Pre and post tour accommodation in Entebbe or Kampala
International airfares
Uganda Visa (USD50.00 which can be paid on arrival at the Airport

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GENERAL FAQs

General FAQs

Can I reschedule or cancel this trip?

Rescheduling: You can reschedule this trip as a private tour to any date within 12 months at no additional cost.
Booking Deposit: A 30% deposit of the total tour price is required to secure your booking. The remaining balance is due 45 days before the tour departure date. Bookings not secured with the appropriate deposit will be released.
Cancellation Policy:
- Cancel between 90 and 45 days before departure: 20% penalty of the tour price.
- Cancel within 45 days of departure or no show: 100% penalty of the tour price.

Availability and Accommodations

Reservations: Accommodation and activity availability is not guaranteed until reservations are confirmed with the final itinerary and deposit payment. If any quoted accommodations are unavailable, we reserve the right to substitute them with suitable alternatives, which may affect the final quoted price.

Insurance

Requirement: All clients must have medical and travel insurance to cover unforeseen circumstances.

Rates

Subject to Change: Tour rates are subject to change without notice. We will make every effort to maintain rates, but changes in government taxes or operating conditions may be passed on to clients.

Permit Cancellation Policy

Uganda Gorilla Permit Cancellation Policy

Guarantee: A Gorilla Permit is guaranteed only upon receipt of the deposit ($800 per person per trek) as it must be paid immediately to the Uganda Wildlife Authority.

Cancellation Fees

More than 90 days before tracking: 25% cancellation fee.
89 to 46 days before tracking: 50% cancellation fee.
45 to 9 days before tracking: 75% cancellation fee.
8 to 0 days before tracking: 100% cancellation fee.

Important Information

Age Requirement: The minimum age for gorilla tracking is 15 years.
Health: Visitors with flu or other airborne diseases will not be allowed into the rainforest jungle to see the gorillas.
Safety Protocols: Masks must be worn at all times, and a distance of 10 meters must be maintained between you and the gorillas.

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