Where the River Nile Explodes Through the Rift
Experience the raw power of nature at Murchison Falls, where the world's longest river forces itself through a narrow 7-meter gap in the rocks. This 3-day safari takes you into Uganda's largest and oldest conservation area. Home to four of the "Big Five," the park offers classic savannah game drives alongside a unique aquatic safari on the Victoria Nile. Witness elephants, giraffes, and buffaloes congregating at the riverbanks, all under the watchful eye of the Nile crocodiles.
Feature
The Nile Falls
Safari
Classic Savannah
Activity
River Cruise
Duration
3 Days
Safari Itinerary
Day 1: The Journey North
Rhino Sanctuary & The Top of the Falls
Depart Kampala for the northern reach. Stop at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for a guided trek to see Uganda's only wild rhinos. Continue to Murchison Falls and visit the "Top of the Falls" to feel the ground vibrate as the Nile plunges 43 meters. Check into your lodge for a sunset over the river.
Day 2: Savannah & Stream
Dawn Game Drive & Boat Safari
Early morning game drive across the northern delta circuit. Look for Rothschild giraffes, lions, leopards, and large herds of Jackson's Hartebeest. In the afternoon, board a riverboat for a 3-hour cruise to the base of the falls. Expect unparalleled views of hippos and elephants bathing in the Nile.
Day 3: Forest Primates & Return
Budongo Forest to Kampala
A final morning game drive or an optional Chimpanzee tracking session in Budongo Forest. Journey back through the lush Ugandan countryside, arriving in Kampala or Entebbe by late evening. Reflection on a diverse expedition spanning savannah, river, and forest.