Uganda Tour Packages

3 Day 2 Nights Murchison Falls safari Tour | 3 Days 2 Nights Murchison falls National Park and Budongo Forest chimpanzee safari Tour | Murchison falls National Park Wildlife | Top Of Murchison falls | Roadtrip To Murchison falls | Uganda wildlife safari

 3 Day 2 Nights Murchison Falls safari Tour | 3 Days 2 Nights Murchison Falls National Park and Budongo Forest Chimpanzee safari Tour | Murchison Falls National Park Wildlife | Top Of Murchison Falls | Roadtrip To Murchison Falls | Uganda Wildlife safari, Uganda
 03rd Feb - 23rd Jul

Overview

3 Days 2 Nights Murchison Falls Safari Tour | Wildlife Game Drive, Top of the Falls & Budongo Forest Chimpanzee Trekking Experience

Uganda Wildlife Safari | Murchison Falls National Park & Budongo Forest Chimpanzee Safari Tour

Experience the ultimate short 3 Days 2 Nights Murchison Falls Safari Tour, combining Uganda’s largest national park, spectacular wildlife viewing, the powerful Murchison Falls, and an unforgettable chimpanzee trekking experience in Budongo Forest Reserve.

This exciting Uganda safari adventure takes you to Murchison Falls National Park, one of Uganda’s premier wildlife destinations, where you will explore vast savannah landscapes, search for the Big Five, enjoy game drives, visit the famous Top of Murchison Falls, and discover the primates of the ancient Budongo Forest.

The safari is perfect for travelers looking for a short Uganda wildlife safari filled with nature, adventure, photography, and unforgettable African experiences.


3 Days Murchison Falls Safari Tour Highlights

Wildlife game drives in Murchison Falls National Park
Visit the spectacular Top of Murchison Falls
Explore the mighty River Nile
Search for lions, leopards, elephants, giraffes, and buffaloes
Enjoy a Budongo Forest chimpanzee trekking experience
Discover Uganda’s largest national park
Explore one of East Africa’s oldest tropical forests
Experience Uganda’s incredible birdlife and biodiversity
Scenic road trip through Uganda’s countryside


Day 1: Kampala/Entebbe – Murchison Falls National Park | Top of the Falls Visit

Your 3 Days Murchison Falls Safari Tour begins with a morning departure from Kampala or Entebbe.

The journey takes you through the beautiful landscapes of northern Uganda, with opportunities to experience rural communities, farmlands, and scenic countryside.

On arrival at Murchison Falls National Park, visit the famous Top of Murchison Falls, where the powerful River Nile forces its way through a narrow 7-meter gorge before plunging approximately 42 meters below.

The viewpoint offers breathtaking views of:

  • The Nile River.
  • Powerful waterfalls.
  • Surrounding landscapes.
  • Wildlife habitats.

After the Top of the Falls visit, continue to your lodge for relaxation and overnight stay.

Accommodation: Murchison Falls Safari Lodge
Meals: Lunch & Dinner


Day 2: Murchison Falls Wildlife Game Drive & Budongo Forest Chimpanzee Trekking

After an early breakfast, begin your morning wildlife safari in the northern sector of Murchison Falls National Park.

The park offers some of the best wildlife viewing in Uganda, with opportunities to see:

Lions
Leopards
African Elephants
Giraffes
Buffaloes
Uganda Kob
Warthogs
Antelopes
Primates

The savannah plains of Murchison Falls provide excellent opportunities for photography and wildlife encounters.

After the game drive, continue to Budongo Forest Reserve for your chimpanzee trekking experience.

During the chimpanzee trek, guided by experienced forest rangers, you will search for habituated chimpanzee communities while exploring the peaceful tropical rainforest.

Once you locate the chimpanzees, you will spend one hour observing:

  • Chimpanzee social behavior.
  • Feeding habits.
  • Communication.
  • Forest life.

Return to your lodge after the exciting jungle experience.

Accommodation: Budongo/Murchison Falls Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner


Day 3: Murchison Falls Boat Safari & Return To Kampala/Entebbe

After breakfast, enjoy an optional morning activity before returning to Kampala or Entebbe.

Depending on your schedule, you may enjoy a boat cruise on the River Nile towards the base of Murchison Falls.

The boat safari offers excellent opportunities to see:

  • Hippos.
  • Nile crocodiles.
  • Elephants near the riverbanks.
  • Buffaloes.
  • Water birds.

Later, begin your journey back to Kampala or Entebbe.

Meals: Breakfast & Lunch


About Murchison Falls National Park Uganda

Murchison Falls National Park is Uganda’s largest national park, covering approximately 3,480 square kilometers of diverse ecosystems.

Located along the River Nile, the park features:

  • Savannah grasslands.
  • Riverine forests.
  • Woodland areas.
  • Borassus palm landscapes.
  • Wetlands.

The park is famous for the spectacular Murchison Falls, where the Nile squeezes through a narrow gorge before creating one of Africa’s most powerful waterfalls.

Murchison Falls National Park protects:

  • Over 87 mammal species.
  • More than 450 bird species.

It is one of Uganda’s best destinations for wildlife safaris and big game viewing.


Wildlife Safari Experience In Murchison Falls

Murchison Falls National Park offers some of Uganda’s best opportunities to see African wildlife.

Animals commonly seen include:

Big Game

  • African elephants.
  • African buffaloes.
  • Lions.
  • Leopards.
  • Giraffes.
  • Hippos.
  • Nile crocodiles.

Other Wildlife

  • Uganda kob.
  • Hartebeest.
  • Oribi.
  • Waterbucks.
  • Warthogs.
  • Bushbucks.
  • Monkeys.

The park is also one of Uganda’s best destinations for bird watching, with species such as:

  • Shoebill storks.
  • African fish eagles.
  • Goliath herons.
  • Kingfishers.
  • Numerous water birds.

Budongo Forest Reserve – Chimpanzee Trekking In Uganda

Located within the southern section of Murchison Falls National Park, Budongo Forest Reserve is one of Uganda’s most important primate destinations.

The forest covers approximately 825 square kilometers and is the largest natural forest in Uganda.

Budongo is famous for:

  • Chimpanzee trekking.
  • Chimpanzee habituation experiences.
  • Bird watching.
  • Nature walks.
  • Ancient mahogany trees.

The forest protects:

  • Around 95 mammal species.
  • More than 360 bird species.
  • Numerous butterfly species.
  • Unique forest plants.

Chimpanzee Trekking In Budongo Forest

Chimpanzee trekking takes place at Kaniyo Pabidi Eco Tourism Site in southern Budongo Forest.

During your chimpanzee safari, you will:

✔ Enter the tropical rainforest
✔ Search for habituated chimpanzee communities
✔ Observe chimpanzee behavior
✔ Learn about forest conservation

Chimpanzee tracking sessions are available in:

  • Morning.
  • Afternoon.

Visitors spend approximately one hour with chimpanzees after locating them.


Chimpanzee Habituation Experience In Budongo Forest

For travelers seeking a deeper primate experience, Budongo also offers the Chimpanzee Habituation Experience.

Unlike normal trekking, this experience allows visitors to spend an entire day with chimpanzees as they:

  • Leave their nests.
  • Feed.
  • Move through the forest.
  • Interact with each other.

This is one of Uganda’s most unique primate experiences.


Bird Watching In Budongo Forest

Budongo Forest is one of Uganda’s best forest birding destinations with more than 360 bird species.

The famous Royal Mile birding trail is one of Uganda’s top birding locations.

Important bird species include:

  • Nahan’s Francolin.
  • Yellow-footed Flycatcher.
  • Blue-breasted Kingfisher.
  • White-thighed Hornbill.
  • Cassin’s Hawk Eagle.
  • Black-eared Ground Thrush.
  • Ituri Batis.

Budongo is especially important for Guinea-Congo forest bird species.


Best Time For Murchison Falls Safari

Murchison Falls National Park can be visited throughout the year.

The best periods are:

June – September

✔ Excellent wildlife viewing
✔ Dry roads
✔ Easier game drives

December – February

✔ Good safari conditions
✔ Wildlife gathers around water sources

The rainy seasons offer beautiful green landscapes and excellent bird watching.


Why Choose Ultimate Wild Safaris For Murchison Falls Tours?

Ultimate Wild Safaris specializes in Uganda wildlife safaris, gorilla trekking, chimpanzee tours, and East African adventures.

Our Murchison Falls safari packages include:

✔ Professional safari guides
✔ Comfortable 4x4 safari vehicles
✔ Wildlife game drives
✔ Chimpanzee trekking arrangements
✔ Quality accommodation options
✔ Private and customized safari experiences


Book Your 3 Days Murchison Falls Safari Tour Today

Discover Uganda’s most powerful waterfall, incredible wildlife, and ancient forests.

3 Days 2 Nights Murchison Falls National Park & Budongo Forest Chimpanzee Safari Tour

Explore:

Murchison Falls National Park | Top of Murchison Falls | River Nile Safari | Budongo Forest | Chimpanzee Trekking Uganda | Uganda Wildlife Safari

Call/WhatsApp: +256705087906

Ultimate Wild Safaris
Discover the Undiscovered, Touch the Unknown & Explore the Unique Before It Disappears

0.0/5

(0 Review)

Tour Overview

Availability

Nov 18- Mar 17

Duration

3D/2N

Pickup Location

pickup avaiable from airport, train and also cruise

Language

English

Car PickUp

Available

Tour Guide

Included

Included

  • Experienced and qualified guide
  • Breakfast
  • SightSeeing
  • Hotel Accomodation

Excluded

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Camp Fire
  • Sports Elements

Itenary

Day 1
  • 9:00 AM

    Leave for Murchison falls National Park, Track rhinos, proceeds to Murchison Falls

    All events of a successful safari to Uganda by plan start early morning and this will be the rule of the thumb.

    Actual travel to Murchison Falls National Park starts at sunrise after a cup of coffee, you will have a brief stop at the Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary to trek rhinos with ranger guides.

    This is your first wilderness Uganda tour activity where you are in close contact with other wildlife species besides the rhinos. The travel to Murchison traverses through the Budongo rainforest, woodlands, bush land unto your hotel nestled so close to the wetland vegetation on the edges of the Nile. You will make another brief walk at the top of the Murchison falls to get real tour into Uganda wilderness experiences.

    Later in the afternoon, you may explore into the wilderness and traverse beautiful savannas to discover and get wonderful Uganda safari experiences. You will retreat to the comfort of your Uganda safari lodge in time for dinner and enjoy the luxuries of Uganda wilderness night experiences.

Day 2
  • 8:00 AM

    Murchison falls National Park Game viewing safari Tour, boat cruise

    Your Uganda safari guide picks you up at first light and leads you into the wilderness to maximize opportunities of spotting many Uganda safari attractions in their natural wilderness habitat.

    Notable sightings on Uganda wildlife safari include large herds of herbivores; elephants, buffalos, antelopes, giraffes, hogs and many others. Carnivores; lions, leopards, hyenas, serval cats, jackals and birds of prey are always closely calculating their opportunities to strike. Beautiful birds, insects, reptiles, eye-catching vegetation and scenic landforms and features will satiate your Uganda safari adrenaline.

    A memorable Uganda safari adventurous 3-hour boat cruise on the Nile takes you closest to schools of hippos, largest Nile crocodiles, water bird species and gets you to the rumbling Murchison falls from the bottom elevation.

    Spend the rest of your Uganda wilderness tour chilling by the poolside or take a brief game viewing drive to wind up an exciting successful Uganda safari into the Murchison Falls National Park.

Day 3
  • 9:00 AM

    Budongo Chimpanzee tracking Safari Tour, Proceed to Kampala.

    Your safari guide will escort you very early morning to the chimpanzee tracking starting point at Budongo forest tourism office. Once all chimpanzee-tracking procedures are completed, the rangers will descend with you into the rainforest.

    The tracking team will move in the footmarks of chimpanzees and soon catch up with families of feeding chimpanzees. You will embark on journey to Kampala soon after completing the tracking exercise and arrive in Kampala in the afternoon.

    The safari guide will escort you to Entebbe International Airport for your departure flight or to your proffered address.