2 Days - Murchison Falls and Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary

Duration - 2 days

This 2 days Murchison Falls safari takes you to Uganda's spectacular heritage, with breathtaking scenic allure, and landscapes. You will enjoy a game drive and a boat cruise along the Nile River and observe the squeezing of the Nile river. You will also visit Ziwa Rhino sanctuary en-route where you will spot Rhinos walking around in the national park.


Short Itinerary


Day 1 (November 05, 2025) - Kampala to Murchison Falls National Park (Boat Cruise)
Day 2 (November 06, 2025) - Game Drives in Murchison Falls National Park to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary (Rhino Tracking) to Kampala

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Safari tour prices vary depending on the starting date, your group size, and the choice of stay.

Ensuite Accommodation Packages


Below are packages with a few popular ensuite options for your tour, starting on November 05, 2025, in a group of two adults . Ensuite hotels are tented camps/lodges that can be inside/around national parks. You will have a private room with attached bathroom. Meals are provided by hotels.

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Option E1SV: Value Accomodations with Safari Van
  • Adult: ($584) $525 per person (10% discount)
  • Safari with Safari Van
Option E1SL: Value Accomodations with Mini Land Cruiser
  • Adult: ($610) $549 per person (10% discount)
  • Safari with Mini Land Cruiser
Option E1EL: Value Accomodations with Extended Land Cruiser
  • Adult: ($712) $641 per person (10% discount)
  • Safari with Extended Land Cruiser
Option E2SV: Comfort Accomodations with Safari Van
  • Adult: ($724) $635 per person (12% discount)
  • Safari with Safari Van
Option E2SL: Comfort Accomodations with Mini Land Cruiser
  • Adult: ($750) $659 per person (12% discount)
  • Safari with Mini Land Cruiser
Option E2EL: Comfort Accomodations with Extended Land Cruiser
  • Adult: ($852) $751 per person (12% discount)
  • Safari with Extended Land Cruiser
Option E3SV: Signature Accomodations with Safari Van
  • Adult: ($839) $727 per person (13% discount)
  • Safari with Safari Van
Option E3SL: Signature Accomodations with Mini Land Cruiser
  • Adult: ($865) $751 per person (13% discount)
  • Safari with Mini Land Cruiser
Option E3EL: Signature Accomodations with Extended Land Cruiser
  • Adult: ($967) $843 per person (13% discount)
  • Safari with Extended Land Cruiser

A detailed list of inclusions is shared below. We have many more accommodations and addon tours to offer. Please share with us your requirements by clicking on the "Request Quote" button below, and our reservations team will get in touch with you.


Itinerary


Day 1 - Kampala to Murchison Falls National Park (Boat Cruise)

You will be picked up around 6:00 am from Kampala (or Entebbe) and then depart for Murchison Falls National Park which will take around seven hours of driving. You will be passing through beautiful woodlands and Savannah grasslands.

On arrival, you will have your lunch and have a rest. In the afternoon at 3:00 pm you will go for a boat cruise on the placid Victoria Nile, upstream, to the base of the falls. En route, you will see hippos, crocodiles, waterbuck and a wide variety of birds like the unusual shoe-bill stork. The boat stops just tens of meters from the “Devil’s Cauldron” for pictures to be taken of the photogenic and majestic Murchison Falls.

Day 2 - Murchison Falls National Park to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary (Rhino Tracking) to Kampala

You will wake up very early and set off at 6.30am for a sunrise game drive in the Nyamsika plateau to see the Cape buffaloes, Rothschild’s giraffes, Uganda kob, hartebeest and waterbucks. You may also spot oribi, bushbuck, Bohor reedbuck, shy sitatunga, bush duiker, warthog and bush pig plus large carnivores including lions, leopards and spotted hyenas. Crocodiles and hippos will be seen along the banks of the Nile. Some of the more common birds that can be seen include goliath heron, Egyptian geese, pelican, bee-eaters, kingfishers, hornbill, cormorant, saddle-bill stork and the rare shoebill stork.

You will return to your lodge for a late breakfast /early lunch and then drive to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary to witness the rhinos in the wilderness for a couple of hours.
Have some relaxation and later transfer to Kampala (or Entebbe).

Maps


Weather Information


Murchison Falls

In November, Murchison Falls, Uganda typically experiences warm and humid weather. Historical averages indicate daytime temperatures often range from 24°C to 30°C (75°F to 86°F), while nighttime temperatures can drop to around 18°C (64°F). November is also part of the rainy season, so you can expect frequent rainfall, with an average of 100-150 mm (about 4-6 inches) of precipitation. Humidity levels are generally high, contributing to a tropical feel in the region. The landscape is usually lush and green due to the rains, making it a beautiful time for wildlife viewing.

Meals


Day 1 (November 05, 2025) - Lunch & Dinner

Day 2 (November 06, 2025) - Breakfast & Lunch

Transfer Times


Day 1 (November 05, 2025) - Kampala to Murchison Falls National Park takes about 5 to 5.5 hours (290 km)
Day 2 (November 06, 2025) - Murchison Falls National Park to Ziwa Rhino Sanctaury takes about 2.5 to 3 hours (136 km) & Ziwa Rhino Sanctaury to Kampala takes about 3.5 to 4 hours (169 km)


Note: These are estimated drive times. Because of the traffic, location of the accommodations, and several other factors, actual drive times may vary. Driving distances are approximate and do not account for exact places.

Inclusions


  • Meals as per itinerary.

  • 4x4 Land Cruiser or Safari Van.

  • Drinking water while on safari (2 litres per person per day).

  • All Taxes and VAT.

  • Park Fees (for Non-Residents).

  • Game drive as mentioned in the itinerary.

  • A professional English speaking driver/ guide.

  • Activities mentioned in the itinerary.

Exclusions


  • International flights.

  • Tips (Tipping guidelines).

  • Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour (Unless mentioned otherwise).

  • Any activities not mentioned in the itinerary.

  • Airport Transfers (Unless mentioned otherwise).

  • Personal Items (Souvenirs, Travel Insurance, Visa Fees, etc.).

  • Government imposed increase of Taxes, and or Park Fees.

2 Days - Murchison Falls and Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary

Duration - 2 days

This 2 days Murchison Falls safari takes you to Uganda's spectacular heritage, with breathtaking scenic allure, and landscapes. You will enjoy a game drive and a boat cruise along the Nile River and observe the squeezing of the Nile river. You will also visit Ziwa Rhino sanctuary en-route where you will spot Rhinos walking around in the national park.


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