Majestic 4 Day Murchison Falls Safari – Ziwa Rhino, Budongo Chimpanzees & Wildlife Safari

4 Day Murchison Falls Safari Overview

Experience the wild heart of Uganda on this action-packed 4 Days Murchison Falls safari that combines rare wildlife encounters, breathtaking landscapes, and unforgettable adventure. Begin your journey with a scenic drive from Entebbe to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, the only place in Uganda where you can track endangered white rhinos on foot.

From there, continue to Murchison Falls National Park, where the mighty Nile River explodes through a narrow gorge in one of Africa’s most powerful waterfalls. Along the way, you’ll enjoy up-close wildlife encounters, sweeping savannahs, and the dramatic beauty of the Albertine Rift Valley.

Your adventure continues with thrilling game drives in search of lions, elephants, giraffes, buffalo, and leopards. A serene boat cruise along the Nile offers intimate sightings of hippos, crocodiles, and vibrant birdlife as you sail to the base of the roaring falls.

On the final day, head into the lush Budongo Forest for a guided chimpanzee trekking experience which is an exciting and humbling walk through one of Uganda’s oldest mahogany forests. This safari is ideal for travelers seeking an exciting blend of wildlife, scenery, and primate encounters in a compact and unforgettable package.

Brief itinerary – 4 Day Murchison Falls Safari

• Day 1: Arrival in Entebbe | Transfer to Hotel
• Day 2: Rhino Tracking at Ziwa Sanctuary | Murchison Falls National Park | Top of the Falls Visit
• Day 3: Morning Game Drive | Afternoon Boat Safari on the Nile
• Day 4: Chimpanzee Tracking in Budongo Forest | Return to Entebbe & Departure

What you should Know to Book this Trip

• Route: Entebbe – Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary – Murchison Falls National Park – Budongo Forest – Entebbe
  Type: Private/Group Safari | Rhino Tracking, Big Game Viewing & Chimpanzee Trekking
  Start/End: Entebbe, Uganda
• Meal Plan: Full Board
• Languages: English/Spanish/Germany/Russia/Portuguese/ Latin/French/ Chinese/ Luganda/Swahili
• Comfortable and Budget friendly Lodges

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Entebbe | Transfer to Hotel

Upon arrival at Entebbe International Airport, you will be warmly received by your safari guide and transferred to your hotel in Entebbe. Settle in and relax after your journey, enjoying views of Lake Victoria or exploring the nearby botanical gardens if time allows. Your guide will provide a short safari briefing in the evening to prepare you for the adventure ahead.

Main Highlights of the day

• Travel in a private 4×4 safari vehicle with an experienced English-speaking guide
• Meal Plan: Dinner
• Distance:
• Time:

Day 2: Rhino Tracking at Ziwa Sanctuary | Murchison Falls National Park | Top of the Falls Visit

After an early breakfast, drive north toward Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, the only place in Uganda to see wild rhinos. Enjoy an exciting on-foot rhino tracking experience guided by expert rangers. After lunch, continue to Murchison Falls National Park, Uganda’s largest and oldest park. Before checking into your lodge, visit the Top of the Falls to witness the mighty Nile squeezing through a narrow gorge, an awe-inspiring sight and sound.

Main Highlights of the day

• Track endangered white rhinos on foot at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary
• Witness the powerful Murchison Falls from both the top and bottom
• Drive through stunning savannahs, woodlands, and the Albertine Rift Valley
• Travel in a private 4×4 safari vehicle with an experienced English-speaking guide
• Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
• Distance: 199.5 km via Kampala – Gulu Hwy/Kampala-Masindi
• Time: 3 hr 36 min 

Day 3: Morning Game Drive | Afternoon Boat Safari on the Nile

Today you will rise early for a thrilling game drive on the northern banks of the Nile River. Expect to see elephants, lions, giraffes, buffalo, antelope, and, with luck, even leopards. Return to the lodge for a late breakfast or brunch. In the afternoon, embark on a boat safari along the Nile to the base of Murchison Falls, viewing hippos, crocodiles, and abundant birdlife along the riverbanks.

Main Highlights of the day

• Experience thrilling game drives in Uganda’s largest national park
• Enjoy a scenic boat cruise along the Nile River to view hippos and crocodiles
• Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 4: Chimpanzee Tracking in Budongo Forest | Return to Entebbe & Departure

After breakfast, check out and drive to the southern part of the park for a chimpanzee trekking experience in Budongo Forest, one of Uganda’s richest ecosystems. Trekking through the forest with experienced guides, you’ll observe these intelligent primates in their natural habitat. After the trek, begin the return journey to Entebbe, arriving in the evening in time for your onward flight or hotel drop-off.

Main Highlights of the day

• Trek to see chimpanzees in Budongo Forest, one of Uganda’s oldest mahogany forests
• Travel in a private 4×4 safari vehicle with an experienced English-speaking guide
• Meal Plan: Breakfast & Lunch
• Distance: 267.1 km via Kampala-Masindi
• Time: 4 hr 37 min 

Accommodation Plan

• Lake Victoria Serena Hotel – Luxury Lodge in Entebbe
• Protea Hotel – Midrange Hotel in Entebbe
• Via Via/ KK Hotel – Budget Hotels in Entebbe
• Para Safari Lodge – Luxury Lodge in Murchison Falls National Park
• Pakuba Safari/Twiga Safari Lodge/Sambiya River Lodge – Midrange Lodges in Murchison Falls National Park
• Red Chili Rest Camp/Fort Murchison – Budget Lodges in Murchison Falls National Par