Experience an epic adventure that will expose you to interesting unique features at Murchison falls the heart of Murchison falls national park. The tourist is granted an opportunity of sighting the glamorous rainbow formed after the speeding water hits the rocks passing through a narrow gorge at the top of Murchison falls forming a thunderous roar and a plunge pool. There are numerous attractions that a must-see during a trip to the stunning park and these include; the magnificent Nile, karuma falls and nearby green vegetation of Budongo forest, Kaniyo pabidi and Rabongo forest. The park derives its name from the famous falls. Tourists are also exposed to a clear view of the Uhuru falls while at the top.
Day 1 - Depart for Murchison falls national park
On day one of the trip, you will be picked by a professional Musherure safari limited guide from the hotel of your choice or at the airport. Then head for Murchison falls from Kampala via Luweero. The first stopover will be in Nakasongola at Zziwa Rhino sanctuary where rhino tracking will be done. Head to Masindi town for lunch move around Masindi and observe the urban settings.Proceed and pass by Budongo to Karuma falls to experience the thundering water on Lake Victoria at Karuma giving you amusement and excitement. Reach the park in the afternoon rest and head for an evening game drive to sight different animal species like lions, elephants, Jackson hartebeest, Cape buffalo bushbuck, duikers. Proceed back to the reserved hotel and retire for a night.Accommodation: luxury; Chobe lodge, Paara safari, Sambiya safari, Bakers lodge,mid-range lodge; Murchison river lodge, Boomu women’s group lodge, budget; red chill rest camp, the heritage safari lodge, Kaniyo pabidi camp Meals: bed and breakfast.
Day 2 - Morning game drive – evening boat cruise
Breakfast at dawn, you will be picked by the safari guide who will brief you on how the tour will go through. Head to Murchison falls national park for the morning drive as you expect to encounter numerous wild beasts such as African elephants, cape buffaloes, warthogs, lions, hippopotamus, Roth’s giraffe, and have a clear picnic at Nyamsika cliff which grants a clear sight of elephants and buffalos at the shores and exposes you to the park’s greenery. Head back to the hotel have lunch and a few hours of relaxation, then proceed for a launch cruise at Murchison falls which will give you a clear view of aquatic life in their natural habitats like Nile crocodiles, hippopotamus, waterbuck and a view of the big mammals at the shores with many bird species like African jacana, kingfisher, shoebill stork. The launch cruise will offer a breathtaking sea breeze experience and the best photography shots. Hike through Buligi trail to Murchison falls top and travel back to the hotel, refresh have supper, and retire for the night. Meal: full board Accommodation: Luxury; Chobe lodge, Paara safari, Sambiya safari, Bakers lodge,mid-range lodge; Murchison river lodge, Boomu women’s group lodge, budget; red chill rest camp, the heritage safari lodge, Kaniyo paid camp.
Day 3 - Nile sports fishing
After morning breakfast, you will head to the Nile for sports fishing and catch different fish species such as Nile perch and tiger fish. Travel back to the hotel for lunch and prepare for the journey back to Kampala. Pass by Budongo forest do some bird watching, sight the primates and butterflies. Travel to Kampala via Masindi - Hoima to the hotel or straight to the airport.
Inclusions:
- Transport
- Accommodation
- Park activities
- Park entries
- Meals
Exclusions:
- Visa
- International flight tickets
- Entertainment and drinks
- Tips
- Personal expenses, gratitude, additional activities.
- Fishing equipment
