3 Days Uganda Big Five Safari Tour

Duration: 3 Days
Languages: English
Max group size: 50
Overview

Tour overview

3 days Big Five safari in Uganda featuring rhino tracking at Ziwa, game drives in Murchison Falls, and a scenic Nile boat cruise with unforgettable wildlife encounters.

Description

Experience the thrill of Africa’s iconic wildlife on this unforgettable 3-day Big Five Safari in Uganda, designed to bring you up close to some of the continent’s most sought-after animals. This adventure combines rhino tracking, classic game drives, and a scenic Nile boat cruise, offering a complete safari experience in a short time.

Begin your journey with a visit to Ziwa Rhino and Wildlife Ranch, the only place in Uganda where you can track wild rhinos on foot. Accompanied by experienced rangers, you’ll walk through the sanctuary and observe these magnificent animals in their natural habitat—an unforgettable start to your Big Five adventure.

Continue to Murchison Falls National Park, Uganda’s largest and most diverse national park. Here, enjoy thrilling game drives across vast savannah plains, where you may encounter elephants, lions, buffalo, giraffes, and even elusive leopards.

One of the highlights of the safari is a boat cruise along the Nile River to the base of the spectacular Murchison Falls. Watch as the mighty Nile squeezes through a narrow gorge before plunging down with incredible force, while hippos, crocodiles, and a variety of birdlife gather along the riverbanks.

With comfortable accommodation, expert guides, and well-planned activities, this safari offers the perfect balance of adventure, relaxation, and wildlife discovery. Ideal for travelers with limited time, it delivers a complete Big Five experience in just three days, leaving you with lasting memories of Uganda’s natural beauty.

Day 1 : Transfer & Rhino Tracking

  • Pick up from Kampala or Entebbe and begin your journey north.
  • Stop at Ziwa Rhino and Wildlife Ranch for an exciting rhino tracking experience on foot.
  • Continue to Murchison Falls National Park.
  • Visit the Top of Murchison Falls for breathtaking views of the Nile squeezing through a narrow gorge.
  • Check into your lodge, dinner, and overnight stay.

Day 2 : Game Drive & Nile Boat Cruise

  • Early morning game drive in Murchison Falls National Park to spot elephants, lions, buffalo, giraffes, and possibly leopards.
  • Return to the lodge for relaxation and lunch.
  • Afternoon boat cruise along the Nile River to the base of Murchison Falls.
  • Enjoy views of hippos, crocodiles, and abundant birdlife along the riverbanks.
  • Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight stay.

Day 3 : Morning Game Drive & Return

  • Optional early morning game drive for more wildlife sightings.
  • Breakfast at the lodge.
  • Begin your journey back to Kampala or Entebbe.
  • Stop at the Equator (optional) for photos and souvenirs.
  • Arrive in the evening for drop-off at your hotel or airport.

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