3 Days Ziwa Rhino Tracking and Murchison Falls
3 Days Ziwa Rhino Tracking and Murchison Falls Safari – Uganda
This 3-day Uganda safari is ideal for short-time travelers seeking wildlife, adventure, and scenic beauty. The tour combines rhino tracking at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, a game drive and boat cruise in Murchison Falls National Park, a hike to the top of the falls, and chimpanzee trekking in Budongo Forest. It’s perfect for those who want a compact yet immersive Uganda safari experience.
Safari Highlights for 3 Days Ziwa Rhino Tracking and Murchison Falls
Day 1: Transfer from Kampala to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for rhino tracking, then continue to Murchison Falls National Park.
Day 2: Morning game drive, lunch, afternoon boat cruise, and hike to the top of Murchison Falls.
Day 3: Chimpanzee trekking at Budongo Forest, followed by a drive back to Kampala.
Detailed Itinerary for 3 Days Ziwa Rhino Tracking and Murchison Falls
Day 1: Kampala → Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary → Murchison Falls
Your guide will pick you up from your hotel in Kampala or Entebbe early in the morning. Travel north to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary (approx. 2–3 hours), where you’ll track rhinos on foot with an armed guide for about 2 hours. After the trek, enjoy lunch en route to Murchison Falls National Park. On arrival, take a short game drive en route to your lodge for check-in, dinner, and overnight.
Drive time: 4–5 hours
Meal Plan: Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation:
Luxury: Chobe Safari Lodge / Paraa Safari Lodge
Midrange: Pakuba Safari Lodge / Murchison River Lodge
Budget: Heritage Safari Lodge / Red Chilli Rest Camp
Day 2: Game Drive, Boat Cruise & Hike to Murchison Falls
After breakfast, embark on a morning game drive to spot wildlife including elephants, lions, leopards, giraffes, kobs, buffaloes, and various bird species. Return to the lodge for lunch and a short rest. In the afternoon, take a boat cruise along the Nile to the base of Murchison Falls, spotting hippos, crocodiles, and birds along the riverbanks. From the base, hike for about an hour to the top of the falls for spectacular views and photography. Return to your lodge for dinner and overnight.
Drive time: 4–5 hours
Meal Plan: Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Same as Day 1
Day 3: Chimpanzee Trekking & Return to Kampala
After an early breakfast, transfer to Budongo Forest for chimpanzee trekking. The trek lasts approximately 4 hours, offering a chance to observe these primates in their natural habitat. After trekking, begin the drive back to Kampala, stopping for lunch (usually in Masindi). Arrive in the evening, marking the end of your 3-day Uganda safari.
Meal Plan: Breakfast & Lunch
Inclusions
4×4 safari vehicle
Professional English-speaking guide/driver
Accommodation & meals as indicated
Park entrance fees and taxes
Bottled water on board
Exclusions
International flights & visas
Tips and gratuities
Drinks & personal expenses
Optional changes to the itinerary
Laundry
