Murchison Falls National Park: 2 Days Wildlife Safari – Murchison Falls National Park stands as one of Uganda’s premier safari destinations.
This 2-day Murchison Falls Wildlife Safari is designed to immerse you fully in the splendor of this historic game park within a short time-frame.
The package includes a hike to the top of the falls, a morning game viewing drive, and an afternoon boat trip to the base of the falls.
2-Day Murchison Falls Safari Highlights
- Day 1: Transfer to Murchison Falls National Park
- Day 2: Game Drive, Boat Ride, and Departure
Detailed 2-Day Murchison Falls Safari Itinerary
Murchison Falls National Park is accessible by both air and road. It is a 1.5-hour flight or a 5-hour drive from Kampala.
Opting for a flight allows for a morning game drive followed by an afternoon boat ride, provided your departure flight is scheduled late at night.
Day 1: Transfer to Murchison Falls National Park
Early morning departure to Murchison Falls National Park. If flying, depart Entebbe at 8:00 am, arriving at Murchison Falls by 9:00 am for a morning game drive, followed by lodge check-in and preparation for the afternoon activities.
If driving, enjoy a scenic 5-hour journey with a lunch stop at Masindi Hotel, Uganda’s oldest hotel.
Upon arrival at Murchison Falls, you’ll be greeted by baboons on your way to the top of the falls. Witness the Nile River squeezing through a narrow gorge before cascading down.
Enjoy an evening game drive and settle into your lodge for the night.
Day 2: Game Drive, Boat Ride, and Departure
Begin the day with a morning game drive lasting approximately 3 hours. Optionally, embark on a thrilling hot air balloon ride lasting 45 minutes to 1 hour, complete with breakfast and a champagne toast.
Spot wildlife such as elephants, giraffes, warthogs, buffaloes, lions, hyenas, and waterbucks.
In the afternoon, embark on a boat cruise along the Nile to the base of Murchison Falls, marveling at one of the world’s most powerful waterfalls.
Encounter crocodiles, hippos, and a variety of birdlife including the majestic shoebill stork.
After the boat ride, transfer back to Kampala for your late-night flight departure.
