MURCHISON FALLS NATIONAL PARK SAFARI
This is the largest protected area in Uganda covering 3,840 square kms. The park derives its name from the Murchison falls where the mighty river Nile explodes through a narrow gorge and flows down to become a placid river. The park boasts of abundant flora and fauna to the delight of the visitor. The vegetation is characterized by savannah, riverine and woodland. Wildlife includes lions, leopards, elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, hartebeests, oribis, Uganda Kobs, Chimpazees and a variety of birds-450 species identified in the park including the elusive shoebill. Accommodation in the park includes Sambiya river lodge located on the southern bank of the park, Sarova Paraa lodge on the Northbank, and Nile safari camp, located in the adjacent game reserve area. (These are up market facilities) For the budget traveler Redchilli is the ideal choice.
Distance from Kampala: 330 km
Estimated transit time: 5hrs
Day 1:Meet and greet at respective accommodations then drive north west through Luwero stopping over in Masindi town for Lunch then proceed for the Murchison Falls National Park safari .Should you opt to stay at Paraa then spend the rest of the day relaxing at the swimming pool/visit the top of the falls.
Dinner and overnight at accommodation of your choice.
Day 2:Early morning game drive on the tracks your experienced guide will choose to see game which includes giraffe, antelope, lion, elephant, Uganda Kob and many more. The afternoon will be for a boat cruise to the bottom of the falls, hippos and crocodiles are abundant here, elephants, buffaloes, waterbucks and a variety of birds e.g. herons, cormorants, ducks, bee-eaters, fish eagles, kingfishers will be seen and if lucky the shoebill. Actually this is one of the highlights of Murchison falls National Park.
Dinner and overnight at accommodation of your choice.
Day 3:Depart for Budongo forest (Kaniyo Pabidi) for Chimpanzee tracking or bird watching/nature walk. Return to Kampala stopping over for lunch in Masindi.
Bring a camera and don’t forget binoculars.
Price includes full board accommodation, return ground transport from Kampala, an English speaking driver/guide, full board accommodation, park entrance fees for both passenger and vehicle but excludes all beverages, items of a personal nature, souvenirs and tips.
