3 Days Uganda Safari to Murchison Falls & Chimpanzee Trekking

Overview

Experience the ultimate 3-day Uganda safari to Murchison Falls National Park, a perfect blend of thrilling wildlife encounters, breathtaking landscapes, and chimpanzee trekking. Explore one of Africa’s most spectacular waterfalls, cruise along the mighty Nile River, and track chimpanzees in the lush Budongo Forest Reserve. Expect encounters with elephants, lions, leopards, giraffes, Uganda kobs, warthogs, and hundreds of bird species—making this safari truly unforgettable.

  •  3 Days
  • Age 15+
  • Murchison falls

 

 

Detailed Itinerary

 

Day 1: Entebbe/Kampala – Murchison Falls – Hiking the Falls


Pick up from Entebbe International Airport or your Kampala hotel and drive to Murchison Falls National Park. En-route, stop in Masindi for refreshments and lunch. Upon arrival, hike to the top of Murchison Falls to witness the Victoria Nile squeeze through a narrow gorge before dropping 43 meters, creating a breathtaking spectacle. Check-in at your lodge for dinner and overnight stay.

Accommodation Options: Hornbill Bush Lodge (Budget), Pakuba Safari Lodge (Mid-range), Paraa Safari Lodge (Luxury)
Meal Plan: Lunch & Dinner

Day 2: Game Drives & Nile River Boat Cruise


Start your day with an early morning game drive to spot predators and other wildlife such as lions, leopards, buffaloes, elephants, giraffes, Uganda kobs, and more. Return to the lodge for lunch, then enjoy a 3-hour afternoon boat cruise on the Nile, where you can see hippos, Nile crocodiles, and abundant birdlife. End the day with an evening game drive before dinner and overnight at your lodge.

Accommodation Options: Same as Day 1
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 3: Chimpanzee Trekking – Return to Entebbe/Kampala


After breakfast, check out and drive to Budongo Forest Reserve for chimpanzee trekking. Spend up to an hour observing these fascinating primates in their natural habitat, alongside other wildlife such as olive baboons, black-and-white colobus, and red-tailed monkeys. After trekking, return to Masindi for refreshments and lunch before heading back to Entebbe or Kampala, marking the end of your safari.

Package Includes:

  • Return airport transfers

  • Transport in a 4WD safari vehicle (AC & pop-up roof)

  • Fuel, driver guide, and all park entrance fees

  • 2 nights accommodation with full board

  • Hiking to Murchison Falls

  • 3 game drives & 3-hour boat cruise

  • Bottled water & en-route meals

 

Package Excludes:

  • Accommodation before/after safari (optional)

  • Alcoholic & soft drinks, travel visa, insurance, tips, laundry, souvenirs, and flights