Epic 4 Day Murchison Falls – Ziwa Rhino & Wildlife Safari – An unforgettable journey into Uganda’s wild heart

Epic 4 Days Murchison Falls Safari Overview

This immersive 4 Day Murchison Falls – Ziwa Rhino & Wildlife safari takes you through some of the country’s most iconic wildlife and birding destinations. It start in Entebbe with a peaceful canoe excursion through Mabamba Swamp, home to the elusive Shoebill Stork. Continue north to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary to encounter rhinos on foot providing a rare chance to track Uganda’s only wild rhinos in their natural habitat.

Your journey leads to the majestic Murchison Falls National Park, where the Nile River explodes through a narrow gorge, and the plains teem with elephants, lions, giraffes, and more. From thrilling game drives and boat safaris to hiking to the top of the falls, this safari offers an ideal combination of big game, birdwatching, and natural wonders—all in just four days.

Ziwa Rhino & Wildlife Safari Highlights

• Day 1: Arrival in Entebbe | Mabamba Swamp for Shoebill Tracking
• Day 2: Transfer to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary | Continue to Murchison Falls
• Day 3: Morning Game Drive | Afternoon Boat Safari to the Falls
• Day 4: Hike to the Top of the Falls | Return to Entebbe & Departure

What you must know about this  4 Day Adventure across the Pearl of Africa

• Destinations: Entebbe – Mabamba Swamp – Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary – Murchison Falls National Park
  Type: Private/Group Safari | Birding, Rhino Tracking & Big Game Viewing
  Start/End: Entebbe, Uganda
• Meal Plan: Full Board
• Languages: English/Russian/French/Spanish/ Chinese/Germany/Portuguese/Latin/Swahili/Luganda

Ziwa Rhino & Wildlife Safari Day by day Itinerary 

Day 1: Arrival in Entebbe | Mabamba Swamp for Shoebill Tracking

Depending on your arrival time at Entebbe International Airport, your safari guide will meet you and take you straight into your first adventure. This will be a canoe excursion in Mabamba Swamp, a prime birding destination on the shores of Lake Victoria.

This vast wetland is one of the best places in Africa to see the rare and prehistoric-looking Shoebill Stork. Along with the Shoebill, you may spot other fascinating water birds like African Jacanas, Malachite Kingfishers, and Papyrus Gonoleks. After the swamp excursion, return to Entebbe for overnight at a comfortable guesthouse or lakeside lodge.

Main Highlight of the day

• Shoebill stork tracking by canoe in the Mabamba Swamp (near Lake Victoria)
• Comfortable accommodations in well-located safari lodges or camps
• Expert guiding by experienced, English-speaking driver-guides

• Distance: (4.0 km)
• Time: 11 min
• Meal Plan: Lunch and Dinner

Meal Pan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 2: Transfer to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary | Continue to Murchison Falls

After an early breakfast, depart Entebbe and head north through Uganda’s lush countryside to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, the only place in Uganda where you can track wild rhinos on foot. With an expert ranger, you’ll walk safely through the bush to observe these powerful animals up close hence an unforgettable experience.

After lunch at the sanctuary, continue the drive to Murchison Falls National Park, Uganda’s largest and oldest conservation area. Check in to your lodge and enjoy the evening at leisure surrounded by savannah landscapes and the sounds of the wild.

Main Highlights of the day

• Rhino tracking on foot at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, a conservation success story
• Scenic drive through Uganda’s countryside and the Great Rift Valley
• Comfortable accommodations in well-located safari lodges or camps
• Expert guiding by experienced, English-speaking driver-guides

• Distance: 199.5 km) via Kampala – Gulu Hwy/Kampala-Masindi
• Time: :3 hr. 36 min
• Meal Pan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 3: Morning Game Drive | Afternoon Boat Safari to the Falls

Rise early for a thrilling game drive on the northern banks of the Nile River. This area is known for its high concentration of wildlife including lions, elephants, Rothschild giraffes, buffalos, and various antelope species.

After a hearty lunch, embark on a boat safari up the Victoria Nile towards the base of Murchison Falls, where the river is forced through a narrow gorge with dramatic power. Along the riverbanks, watch for hippos, Nile crocodiles, and birdlife such as fish eagles and kingfishers. Return to the lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

Main Highlights of the Day

• Game drives in Murchison Falls National Park, home to the Big Four (lion, elephant, leopard, buffalo)
• Boat safari on the Nile River to view hippos, crocodiles, elephants, and birdlife
• Comfortable accommodations in well-located safari lodges or camps
• Expert guiding by experienced, English-speaking driver-guides

• Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 4: Hike to the Top of the Falls | Return to Entebbe & Departure

This morning, you’ll take a short boat ride and hike to the top of Murchison Falls, where the Nile thunders down a 43-meter drop, creating the most powerful waterfall in the world. Take in the panoramic views and feel the mist on your face as you witness this natural spectacle from above.

After the hike, begin your scenic drive back to Entebbe, stopping for lunch en route. You’ll be dropped off at the airport or your preferred location in time for your international flight or onward travel.

Main Highlights of the day

• Hike to the top of Murchison Falls, the world’s most powerful waterfall
• Distance: 199.5 km via Kampala – Gulu Hwy/Kampala-Masindi
• Time: 3 hr 36 min
• Meal Pan: Breakfast

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 Park

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