3 Day Murchison Falls Safari
Murchison Falls
From $979 pp in a group of 4
4 days · Uganda
4 Day Murchison Falls and Nile Safari in Uganda
Combine Murchison Falls savanna game drives and a Nile launch cruise with Jinja, the source of the Nile, and a day of white-water rafting on this four-day loop from Entebbe or Kampala. Game viewing, Nile time, and adventure activities in Jinja are linked with realistic drive days and lodge nights on the loop.
from$2,145pp in a group of 2
$2,310 pp for a solo traveller. See every group size
- 4days
- 1country
- 2travellers at most
In brief
What this safari is
- Murchison Falls
- Nile boat cruise
- Jinja source visit
- Rafting
Murchison Falls National Park lies where the Victoria Nile drops through a narrow gorge into savanna plains rich in elephant, buffalo, giraffe, and lion. The boat cruise brings you close to the riverbank wildlife that gathers at the water.
Before you go
Game drives and the falls viewpoint involve uneven ground and early starts. Rafting on day four needs a basic level of fitness and willingness to get wet; operators provide safety briefings and equipment as part of the activity.
Before you book
Quick facts
- Starts at
- Entebbe International Airport (hotel pickup available)
- Length
- 4 days / 3 nights
- Group size
- Up to 2 travellers
- Vehicle
- Guided 4x4 safari transport
- Book ahead
- Please ask at least 7 days ahead
Day by day
The itinerary
Each day shows where you spend it, with today's sunrise and sunset there.
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Day 1: To Murchison and top of the falls
Murchison Falls
Early breakfast, then drive to Murchison Falls National Park via Masindi with lunch en route and entry at Kichumbanyobo gate. Stop at the top of the falls where the Nile forces through a seven-metre gorge before dropping into the river below.
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Day 2: Game drive and Nile launch cruise
Murchison Falls
Morning game drive on the northern bank for buffalo, lion, elephant, Rothschild giraffe, and antelope. Lunch at the lodge, then an afternoon launch cruise on the Nile toward the base of the falls with hippos, crocodiles, and birds including shoebill in the delta.
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Day 3: Transfer to Jinja
Jinja
After breakfast, drive to Jinja to visit the source of the Nile on Lake Victoria, arriving in the early evening.
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Day 4: Source boat and rafting, return
Entebbe
Breakfast, a brief drive through Jinja, then a boat trip to explore the Nile source. The main activity is white-water rafting on the river before return to Kampala or Entebbe for your flight home.
Sunset over a dirt track at Murchison Falls.
Your group
Price for your group
2 travellers: $2,145 each, $4,290 in total.
| Travellers | Per person | Total |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $2,310 | $2,310 |
| 2 | $2,145 7% off | $4,290 |
Prices are in US dollars per person, from the group rates listed with this trip.
The detail
What is included
Included
- All internal airport transfers on the tour
- All meals
- Fully guided safari in a 4x4 vehicle
- All accommodations listed in the itinerary
- All permits and park entry fees
- Ground transport between Murchison Falls and Jinja
- Rafting on day four as described on the route
Not included
- Laundry services
- International flights
- Visa fees
- Souvenirs
- Tips and gratuities
- Transport to and from the meeting point if you do not use the included airport or hotel pickup
Nights and arrival
Where you stay and how you get there
Where you stay
Nights one and two are at Fort Murchison or a comparable lodge inside or near Murchison Falls National Park, with en suite rooms and meals after game drives and the Nile cruise. The lodge keeps drive times short for early morning safaris on the northern bank.
Getting there
Your guide meets you at Entebbe International Airport or your Kampala hotel on day one for the drive to Murchison Falls National Park. Your guide tracks arrival timing so the road transfer toward the first park or meeting point starts smoothly after you land.
Good questions
Questions about this safari
Is rafting included on day four?
White-water rafting on the Nile at Jinja is part of the day four plan described on this route, with safety briefing and equipment handled by the rafting operator your guide coordinates. If weather or road conditions shift, activities may run in a different order while keeping the same inclusions.
Are park fees included for Murchison Falls?
Park entry and the permits needed for the game drives and launch cruise are included in your safari. Your guide manages park paperwork during the tour.
Where do we meet on day one?
Pickup is from Entebbe International Airport or a Kampala hotel before you travel. The first day is a road transfer north to Murchison Falls after breakfast.
What wildlife might we see?
Murchison Falls offers elephant, buffalo, hippo, crocodile, Rothschild giraffe, and antelope, with lion and leopard possible on drives. The boat cruise adds waterbirds and sometimes shoebill near the delta.
Which lodges are used?
Fort Murchison hosts nights one and two near the park. Paradise Hotel Jinja is used on night three before rafting day.
How fit do I need to be for rafting?
Rafting requires basic fitness and comfort on moving water. You must be able to swim or follow operator safety rules as briefed on the day.
What should I pack?
Bring neutral safari clothing, a hat, sunscreen, and insect repellent for the park days. For rafting, pack a change of clothes and secure footwear as advised by the operator.
When is the best time to visit?
The dry seasons from June to September and December to February often suit game viewing and rafting conditions, though the route runs year round. If weather or road conditions shift, activities may run in a different order while keeping the same inclusions.
Do I need a visa for this safari?
Most visitors need a visa for Uganda for this route. Check current requirements for your passport nationality before you travel.
Are children welcome on this route?
Family groups often travel on private safaris. Rafting and long road days suit older children and teens; minimum ages apply on the river section.
Read before you book
Guides for this safari
- About Murchison Falls National Park The falls, the Nile cruise and where to go next.
- Short Uganda safaris of 3 to 6 days Every shorter trip in one list.
- What a Uganda safari costs Every Uganda trip priced, and what the price covers.
- Best time to visit Uganda Dry and wet months, park by park.
More answers are on our safari questions page and in what guests say. We also arrange flights, hotels and insurance.
How payment works: the balance is due one month before your safari, a reservation made within 45 days of arrival is paid in full when it is confirmed, and a card payment carries a 3.9% service charge. The full wording is in our terms and conditions.
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