2 Days - Murchison Falls and Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary
This itinerary includes Murchison Falls National Park (1N), known for spectacular waterfall views and classic Big Five game drives in Uganda’s largest park, with a boat cruise; and Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, the only place in Uganda where visitors can track wild rhinos on foot in a secure conservation setting, for rhino tracking, before transferring back to Kampala.
Short Itinerary
Day 1 (March 11, 2026) - Kampala to Murchison Falls National Park (Boat Cruise).
Day 2 (March 12, 2026) - Game Drives in Murchison Falls National Park to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary (Rhino Tracking) to Kampala.
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
In March, Murchison Falls, Uganda, experiences a tropical climate characterized by warm temperatures and a mix of sunny and rainy days. Historical averages indicate daytime temperatures typically range from 26°C to 30°C (79°F to 86°F), while nighttime temperatures can drop to around 18°C (64°F).
March marks the beginning of the rainy season, so you can expect increased humidity and a higher likelihood of rain, with precipitation averaging around 100-150 mm (4-6 inches) for the month. Rainfall is often in the form of brief, heavy showers, mainly occurring in the late afternoon or evening. Overall, it's a warm month with a mix of sunny and wet conditions.
Meals
Day 1 (March 11, 2026) - Lunch & Dinner
Day 2 (March 12, 2026) - Breakfast & Lunch
Transfer Times
Day 1 (March 11, 2026) - Kampala to Murchison Falls National Park takes about 5 to 5.5 hours (290 km)
Day 2 (March 12, 2026) - 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
Activities mentioned in the itinerary.
Meals as per itinerary.
All Taxes and VAT.
Park Fees (for Non-Residents).
Drinking water while on safari (2 litres per person per day).
Game drive as mentioned in the itinerary.
4x4 Land Cruiser or Safari Van.
A professional English speaking driver/ guide.
Exclusions
International flights.
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour (Unless mentioned otherwise).
Government imposed increase of Taxes, and or Park Fees.
Any activities not mentioned in the itinerary.
Personal Items (Souvenirs, Travel Insurance, Visa Fees, etc.).
Tips (Tipping guidelines).
Airport Transfers (Unless mentioned otherwise).
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2 Days - Murchison Falls and Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary
This itinerary includes Murchison Falls National Park (1N), known for spectacular waterfall views and classic Big Five game drives in Uganda’s largest park, with a boat cruise; and Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, the only place in Uganda where visitors can track wild rhinos on foot in a secure conservation setting, for rhino tracking, before transferring back to Kampala.
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