MURCHISON FALLS MAGIC - WILDLIFE & WATERFALLS



Duration
4 days
Max Group Size
16
Departure Type
Request
Guiding Method
Fully guided
Physical level
easy
Operated In
Age Requirement
3 - 75 Ages
Tour Overview
Murchison Falls National Park is Uganda’s
largest and most diverse national park, famous for the dramatic Murchison
Falls—where the Nile forces itself through a narrow 7-meter gorge before
plunging down with incredible power.
The Park offers classic savannah wildlife
viewing (elephants, giraffes, lions, buffaloes) and one of Africa’s most scenic
boat safaris.
This itinerary also includes a stop at Ziwa
Rhino Sanctuary—the only place in Uganda to see rhinos in the wild, making it a
perfect “Big Five” experience for children.
Highlights
Itinerary
Your adventure begins with scheduled
domestic flight with Aerolink from Entebbe Airport to Pakuba Airstrip. Enjoy a scenic domestic flight
with Aerolink Uganda from Entebbe to Pakuba
Airstrip. Upon arrival, meet your safari guide and transfer to Pakuba
Safari Lodge with chances of spotting wildlife along the way. Spend the rest of
the day relaxing and enjoying the beautiful wilderness surroundings.
Check-in
at Pakuba Safari Lodge a midrange family-friendly lodge
Relaxation, dinner, and overnight
Meal Plan: Lunch & Dinner
Early Morning Game Drive: Wake up early for a sunrise game drive across the northern savannah plains of Murchison Falls National Park. This is the best time to spot predators and other wildlife such as: Lions, Rothschild giraffes, Elephants, Buffaloes, Uganda kobs, Jackson’s hartebeest, Leopards (occasionally). The game drive lasts about 3–4 hours, offering excellent photography and wildlife viewing opportunities
Later
morning – Return to lodge for relaxation / swimming
Afternoon
Boat Cruise on the Nile In the afternoon, head for a 3-hour boat cruise along the Victoria Nile.
This relaxing yet thrilling cruise takes you upstream toward the base of the
magnificent Murchison Falls. During the cruise, you may spot: Hippos in
large pods, Nile crocodiles basking on riverbanks, Elephants and buffaloes
drinking at the shore, Numerous bird species including the rare shoebill stork.
The boat stops near the base of the falls, offering spectacular views and
photography opportunities
Overnight
stay same as day one
Meal plan
full board
After
breakfast, drive to the Top of the Falls viewpoint. Have a short-guided walk to viewpoints
Kids experience the roar and mist up close by witnessing the dramatic moment
where the mighty Victoria Nile forces itself through a 7-meter gorge and
plunges over 40 meters, forming the thunderous Murchison Falls.
Enjoy
the mist, roaring sound of water, and panoramic views of the Nile.
Midday: Return to lodge for lunch
Afternoon Adventure: Ziplining Experience (child-friendly with safety harnesses)
Available at lodges like Murchison River
Lodge and Sambiya river lodge
Fun, safe, and exciting for children.
Later: Nature Walk / Guided Bush Walk. Short and safe walk
near lodge or designated areas
Learn about plants, insects, and birdlife
Evening: Swimming
and relaxation at lodge, overnight stay at Pakuba safari lodge.
Meal Plan:
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Breakfast at leisure
Optional visit to Ziwa Rhino sanctuary for rhino tracking. (approx. 75
km by road 1 .5 hrs. travel) Or fly back to Entebbe.
End of our 4 days safari
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