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Murchison Falls Safari — 3 Days (Uganda)

The Nile squeezes through a 7-metre gorge — Uganda's largest park protects elephant, lion, giraffe and chimpanzee.

⏱ 3 days · ⛰ Moderate · 💰 $ 890 per person ·# BMS-MURCHISO
WhereMurchison Falls
Length3 days
PaceModerate
Group sizeUp to 12
Planning3 days ahead
The journey

Made for the way you want to travel.

Murchison Falls is where the Nile explodes through a 7-metre gap in the rift escarpment, then flows calmly into Lake Albert. The park protects 76 mammal species and 451 bird species. We combine boat safari with game drives and optional chimp trekking in Budongo Forest.

⭐ Highlights

  • Boat safari to the base of Murchison Falls
  • Top-of-the-falls viewpoint
  • Big Five game drives
  • Optional chimp trekking
  • Shoebill stork sightings

🛤 Plan by day

Day 1

Entebbe → Murchison

Drive 5 hours from Entebbe to Murchison Falls NP via Ziwa rhino sanctuary. Afternoon game drive.

Activities: Scenic drive, game drive

Stay: Murchison Lodge

Meals: Lunch, Dinner

Altitude: 700 m

Entebbe → Murchison on Murchison Falls Safari — 3 Days (Uganda)
Day 2

Full Day Murchison

Sunrise game drive on the northern bank. Afternoon boat safari to the base of the falls.

Activities: Game drive, boat safari

Stay: Murchison Lodge

Meals: All meals

Altitude: 700 m

Full Day Murchison on Murchison Falls Safari — 3 Days (Uganda)
Day 3

Top of Falls → Entebbe

Morning at top of the falls viewpoint. Drive back to Entebbe for evening flight.

Activities: Viewpoint, transfer

Stay: —

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Altitude: 700 m

Top of Falls → Entebbe on Murchison Falls Safari — 3 Days (Uganda)

✓ Included

  • Park fees
  • Driver-guide
  • 4x4 vehicle
  • 2 nights full-board lodge
  • Boat safari
  • Game drives

✗ Not included

  • International flights
  • Uganda visa
  • Travel insurance
  • Drinks
  • Optional chimp permit ($150)
  • Tips

🎒 What to bring

  • Neutral clothing
  • Sun protection
  • Camera
  • Binoculars
  • Light rain jacket
Optional extras

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Travel style

Choose your comfort level.

Same route, same dates — three levels of comfort. Prices are per person and confirmed by our team before payment.

Economy

Economy Murchison Falls Safari — 3 Days (Uganda)

Economy accommodation and service level, tailored to the confirmed route.

USD 694 per person
  • Private trip planning
  • Professional local guide
  • Accommodation level selected in the final itinerary
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Comfort Murchison Falls Safari — 3 Days (Uganda)

Comfort accommodation and service level, tailored to the confirmed route.

USD 890 per person
  • Private trip planning
  • Professional local guide
  • Accommodation level selected in the final itinerary
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Luxury

Luxury Murchison Falls Safari — 3 Days (Uganda)

Luxury accommodation and service level, tailored to the confirmed route.

USD 1380 per person
  • Private trip planning
  • Professional local guide
  • Accommodation level selected in the final itinerary
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