Experience the raw power and beauty of Uganda’s largest national park, Murchison Falls National Park, home to the breathtaking Murchison Falls. Here, the mighty Nile River forces its way through a narrow 7-meter gorge before plunging 43 meters below, creating one of the most dramatic waterfalls in the world.
Located in northwestern Uganda, this park offers an unforgettable blend of wildlife, landscapes, and adventure. Game drives across the savannah reveal incredible animals such as elephants, lions, giraffes, buffaloes, and antelopes roaming freely in their natural habitat. The park is also a birdwatcher’s paradise, with hundreds of bird species including the rare shoebill stork.
A highlight of the tour is the boat safari along the Victoria Nile, where you’ll cruise upstream toward the base of the falls. Along the way, expect close encounters with hippos, crocodiles, and a variety of birdlife, all set against a stunning backdrop of riverbanks and rolling wilderness.
For a complete experience, visitors can hike to the top of the falls for panoramic views and feel the thunderous roar of the water up close. The park’s rich biodiversity, combined with its iconic waterfall, makes Murchison Falls a must-visit destination for nature lovers and safari enthusiasts.
Whether you’re seeking adventure, wildlife encounters, or scenic beauty, a Murchison Falls tour promises an authentic and awe-inspiring Ugandan safari experience.
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DAY 1: Kampala – Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary – Murchison Falls National Park
06:30 AM – Pick-up and Departure
Your professional driver-guide picks you up from your hotel/residence in Kampala.
08:30 AM – Breakfast Stop
Enjoy breakfast en route along the Kampala–Gulu highway.
10:00 AM – Rhino Tracking Experience
Visit Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for a guided rhino tracking experience.
Activities
- Guided walking safari
- Rhino tracking
- Wildlife photography
- Conservation briefing
Duration: Approximately 2 hours
01:00 PM – Lunch
Lunch at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary Restaurant.
02:00 PM – Proceed to Murchison Falls
Continue through the scenic countryside to the park.
04:30 PM – Visit the Top of the Falls
Explore Top of Murchison Falls where the Nile forces its way through a narrow gorge before plunging dramatically below.
Highlights
- Spectacular waterfall views
- Photography opportunities
- Sunset scenery
06:30 PM – Check-in at Lodge
Dinner and Overnight
Suggested accommodation:
DAY 2: Morning Game Drive and Afternoon Boat Cruise
05:45 AM – Early Morning Tea/Coffee
06:30 AM – Game Drive
Explore the northern sector of the park.
Possible Wildlife Sightings
- African Elephant
- African Buffalo
- Lion
- Leopard
- Rothschild's Giraffe
- Various antelope species
10:30 AM – Return to Lodge
Breakfast and relaxation.
01:00 PM – Lunch
02:00 PM – Launch Cruise to the Bottom of the Falls
Cruise along the Nile toward the base of the falls.
Wildlife Along the River
- Hippopotamus
- Nile Crocodile
- Elephants
- Buffaloes
- Water birds
05:00 PM – Return to Lodge
07:00 PM – Dinner and Overnight
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
DAY 3: Delta Boat Safari and Birding Experience
07:00 AM – Breakfast
08:00 AM – Nile Delta Excursion
Boat safari to the Nile Delta where the river enters Lake Albert.
Highlights
- Bird watching
- Wetland ecosystems
- Wildlife viewing
Possible sightings:
- Shoebill
- African fish eagle
- Kingfishers
- Herons
- Waterbucks
01:00 PM – Lunch
Afternoon Leisure
Choose from:
- Swimming
- Nature walk
- Photography
- Relaxing at the lodge
Evening
Sunset overlooking the Nile.
Dinner and Overnight
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
DAY 4: Community and Cultural Experience
07:30 AM – Breakfast
09:00 AM – Community Visit
Visit communities near the park.
Activities
- Traditional dances
- Local storytelling
- Craft demonstrations
- Village walks
- Cultural interactions
01:00 PM – Lunch
03:00 PM – Optional Evening Game Drive
A final opportunity to search for wildlife and capture sunset photographs.
06:30 PM – Return to Lodge
Farewell Dinner
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
DAY 5: Murchison Falls – Kampala
07:00 AM – Breakfast
08:00 AM – Check-out and Departure
Begin the journey back to Kampala.
01:00 PM – Lunch Stop
Lunch en route.
04:00–05:00 PM – Arrival in Kampala
Drop-off at your hotel, residence, or airport.
Meal Plan: Breakfast & Lunch
The Trip Cost Includes
- ✔ Transportation to and from the Park
- ✔ English-speaking driver-guide
- ✔ Park entrance fees
- ✔ Rhino tracking permit at Ziwa
- ✔ Top of the Falls visit
- ✔ Game drives
- ✔ Nile boat cruise to the falls
- ✔ Delta boat excursion
- ✔ Community visit
- ✔ Accommodation (4 nights)
- ✔ Meals as indicated
- ✔ Bottled drinking water during transfers
- ✔ International flights
- ✔ Visa fees
The Trip Cost Excludes
- ✘ Travel insurance
- ✘ Personal expenses
- ✘ Alcoholic beverages
- ✘ Tips and gratuities
Annapurna Base Camp is a Grade B or a moderately difficult trekking route. So any fit person can do this trek, even if you do not have any previous experience. You should be aware of what to expect and mentally prepare for it. Then, as long as you will to, you can.
On average, you walk about 4 to 6 hours per day. One or two days can be as less as 3hrs and one or two days can be as long as 7hrs.
The highest altitude reached is 4190m. This is the elevation of Annapurna Base Camp. ABC is the highest we will climb in this trek.
Yes, you can charge batteries en route. Charger should be brought. There are hot shower facilities as well. You may have to pay certain amount for both ($1-$2). Negotiate. Also, hot water facility could be free at lower elevation.
No. There are no ATMs on this trek route. You will have to draw enough cash in Pokhara or Kathmandu. There are a number of ATMs in these cities. Everything is paid in Nepali rupees. So money should be exchanged before the start of the trek.
Yes. Internet can be accessed in most places. Sometimes, there might be some technical problems. Internet in Nepal is not as fast as you are used to and at times you can just lose connection.
Not really. It depends on you. If you want, ABC trekking can be done independently. You could hire a guide and a porter by yourself instead of going through an agency or not hire a guide at all. Although, not having a guide can be a little problematic during off season.
It really depends on you. Is it your first time in Nepal? How confident are you of being able to find your way around? How pressed on time are you? If you go through an agency, it will be costlier but everything will be planned. You will only have to come, trek and return.
For Annapurna region, pay for guides range from $20 to $30 per day and porters take $15 to $25 per day.





