3-Day Murchison Falls & Ziwa Rhinos

Tour Overview

Rhinos on foot at Ziwa, then the thundering Murchison Falls: game drives, a launch cruise to the foot of the falls and the Top of the Falls walk. Uganda's best short savannah safari. This 3-day private safari visits Murchison Falls National Park.

Highlights: Ziwa Rhino Ranch entry incl. rhino trek on foot; Murchison launch cruise to the falls; Top of the Falls hike.

Best time to go: Best Dec-Mar and Jun-Sep for game viewing; open year-round.

Accommodation Options (Budget, Midrange, Luxury):

Choose the comfort level that suits you; the vehicle, guide and activities stay the same. Price per person (2 people sharing, 2027): Budget $936 · Midrange $1,272 · Luxury $2,158.

• Murchison Falls NP (2 nights): Budget – Fort Murchison; Midrange – Pakuba Safari Lodge; Luxury – Paraa Safari Lodge

Lodges shown are examples, or similar, subject to availability. Gorilla and chimp permits are included at cost.

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1: Kampala to Ziwa to Murchison

Rhino trek on foot at Ziwa, then continue to Murchison Falls National Park. Overnight: Pakuba Safari Lodge (midrange) or similar.

Day 2: Game drive & Nile launch

Early game drive on the north bank (giraffe, lion, elephant, Uganda kob). Afternoon launch cruise to the foot of the falls and the Top of the Falls hike. Overnight: Pakuba Safari Lodge (midrange) or similar.

Day 3: Murchison to Kampala

Morning at leisure or short drive, then return to Kampala/Entebbe.

Inclusions:

• Private 4x4 safari Land Cruiser with pop-up roof, English-speaking driver-guide and fuel
• Airport or hotel pick-up and drop-off in Entebbe or Kampala
• Accommodation as listed, sharing a double or twin room; full board on safari
• Ziwa Rhino Ranch entry incl. rhino trek on foot
• Murchison Falls park entry (2 days)
• Murchison launch cruise to the falls
• Top of the Falls hike
• UWA ranger-guides on game drives
• Nile ferry crossings at Paraa
• Bottled drinking water in the vehicle
• All government taxes

Exclusions:

• International flights and Uganda visa (single-entry e-visa about $50, or the East Africa Tourist Visa at $100)
• Travel and medical insurance; a yellow fever vaccination certificate is required for entry
• Tips for guides, porters and lodge staff
• Drinks unless the lodge includes them, laundry and personal items
• Optional activities and anything not listed
• Single room supplement (on request)

How to Get There:

Book an international flight to Entebbe International Airport (EBB), about 45 minutes from Kampala. Your Mwema Safaris driver-guide meets you at arrivals or at your hotel. About 5 to 6 hours by road from Kampala (with Ziwa on the way), or a domestic flight to Pakuba or Bugungu airstrip.