A 2 days Murchison Falls safari will lead you to one of Uganda’s largest parks (Murchison Falls National Park). It boasts plenty of wildlife and beautiful scenery, experienced on the afternoon boat safari along the Nile, an early game drive. Expect sightings of lions, hyenas, hippos, elephants, buffaloes, different species of antelopes, and a cocktail of birds for these 2 days of Murchison Falls safari in Uganda.
Highlights for 2 days Murchison falls Safari Uganda
- Exciting launch trips on the Victoria Nile.
- Bird watching during launch cruise and game drives.
- Hiking and nature walks trail.
- Unforgettable Game viewing in Murchison Falls National Park.
- Cultural encounters.
- Exceptional Rhino tracking at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary at an extra cost of $50.
- Travel in a customized 4WD safari Vehicle.
- 1 nights’ accommodation.
- All Meals during the entire Safari.
- Airport transfers.
Detailed itinerary for 2 days Murchison Falls safari in Uganda.
Day 1: travel to Murchison Falls National Park with launch trip
Our driver/guide will be at your pick-up hotel by 6:30 am, and you will start your safari by 7:00 am. It is best to start the journey early depending on where the pickup is and also to be sure not to find jams within the Kampala capital city. Your destination will be the Murchison Falls National Park, home of one of the Big Fives in the country. You’ll be heading to Masindi Town for your lunch. Immediately after lunch, you’ll enter the National Park and cross to the Northern Sector in time for the afternoon launch trip, as you will be resting for the day after the trip.
DESTINATION AND SELECTION OF LODGING.
- Main destination: Murchison Falls National Park
- Luxury accommodation: Chobe Safari Lodge or Paraa Safari Lodge
- Mid-range accommodation: Pakuba Safari Lodge or Murchison River Lodge
- Budget accommodation: Heritage Safari Lodge
- Meal Plan: full board (breakfast, lunch and dinner)
Day 2: Morning game Drive with visiting the Top of the falls and back to Kampala.
You’ll wake up very early in the morning and make sure your stuff is organized. Be ready by 6:00 am and have a cup of tea or coffee with some snacks to kickstart your day. You must be on the road for the game drive by 6:30 am. After that experience, you’ll head back to the lodge for your breakfast and then check out. You’ll be driving back to the southern sector, which will include crossing with the ferry.
When you get to the southern sector, the driver will take you to the top of the falls, take pictures, and marvel at the world’s strongest falls. You’ll then set out for Kampala, exiting the park. You’ll have a stopover in Masindi town, where you’ll be having your launch, and continue on your drive to Kampala.
DESTINATION AND Meals.
- Main destination: Murchison Falls National Park
- Meal plan: half board (breakfast and packed lunch)
What to bring for this safari in Uganda
- A rain jacket is essential as it could unpredictably rain.
- Light clothes as the sun does shine pretty bright in this part.
- Torch is essential for safety purposes.
- Sunglasses to protect from direct sun rays.
- A Camera for photographs.
- A good insect repellent to keep those persistent insects away.
- Hiking boots or runners for the hike.
Murchison Falls safari in Uganda includes:
- Airport transfer pick up and drop off.
- Meals per itinerary.
- Pure Bottled drinking water.
- Private Safari Vehicle.
- Services of an English-speaking guide.
- Accommodation in self-contained rooms or cottages for 1 night.
- Park access fees.
- All activities indicated in the itinerary.
However, Murchison Falls tour in Uganda excludes:
- Airfares.
- Uganda Visas.
- Luxury drinks.
- Laundry.
- Tip to the local guide.
- Telephone fees.
- Porter fees when tracking.
- Personal insurance and shopping.