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4 Day Murchison Falls Fly-in Safari

Overview

Our 4 day Murchison Falls fly-in safari offers ample time to fully explore Murchison Falls National Park, allowing you to arrive early and depart late. Experience the beauty of the park with a boat cruise on the Nile River to the base of the falls, and enjoy thrilling game drives in this savannah landscape, where you’ll have the opportunity to spot the Big Four.

Highlights

Day 1: Domestic flight to Murchison Falls National Park and an afternoon game drive.
Day 2: Morning game drive and an afternoon boat cruise to the base of the falls.
Day 3: Delta cruise, visit to the top of the falls, and an evening game drive.
Day 4: Morning game drive and transfer to the airstrip for your flight to Entebbe.

Things to Consider

Accommodation is included.
Small group safari with a maximum of 6 people per group.
The tour can depart any day and can be customized.
Private tour.

TRIP ITINERARY

Tour Plan

Day 1

Fly to Murchison Falls National Park

Your adventure begins with a transfer to Entebbe Airport for your flight to Murchison Falls National Park, landing at Pakuba Airstrip. Upon arrival, our guide will drive you to your lodge for check-in. After lunch and a short rest, you'll embark on an evening game drive through the savannah in search of wildlife. Depending on your luck, you may encounter herds of buffalo, elephants, antelopes, and possibly big cats like lions and leopards. Return to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

Accommodation: Paraa Safari Lodge / Pakuba Safari Lodge
Meals: All meals included

Day 2

Morning Game Drive and Afternoon Boat Cruise on the Nile

After an early breakfast, you'll head out for another game drive, focusing on areas you may have missed the previous day. Return to the lodge for lunch, then transfer to the pier for a two-hour boat cruise on the Nile River. The Nile is the world's longest river, stretching 6,853 km (4,258 miles) and flowing through eleven countries. While cruising, you'll have the chance to spot a variety of wildlife, including water birds, hippos, crocodiles, buffaloes, and elephants. The cruise will take you to the base of the falls, providing a unique perspective on this natural wonder. Return to your lodge for dinner and overnight.

Accommodation: Paraa Safari Lodge / Pakuba Safari Lodge
Meals: All meals included

Day 3

Delta Cruise on the Nile and Afternoon Game Drive

Start your day with an early breakfast and depart for a delta cruise on the Nile. You will carry your packed lunch and enjoy the serene environment as you spot herds of buffalo, Uganda kobs, Jackson’s hartebeest, giraffes, elephants, and a wide variety of bird species. After the cruise, enjoy an afternoon game drive on your way back to the lodge, where you can relax and unwind before dinner.

Accommodation: Paraa Safari Lodge / Pakuba Safari Lodge
Meals: All meals included

Day 4

Fly Back to Entebbe

After breakfast, you’ll be transferred to Pakuba Airstrip for your flight back to Entebbe if you’re on the morning flight. If you’re booked on an afternoon flight, you may opt for one last game drive before your departure.

INCLUDES & EXCLUDES

Includes

Airport transfers on the first and last day
Gorilla Habituation Permit
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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