Murchison Falls & Chimpanzee

5 days—Experience a 5-day Murchison Falls and Chimpanzee safari in Uganda

$1300-2000 USD

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Safari summary

This 5-day Uganda safari combines classic wildlife viewing in Murchison Falls National Park with an unforgettable chimpanzee trekking experience in Budongo Forest. The safari includes game drives in Uganda’s largest national park, a scenic boat cruise on the Nile, a visit to the powerful Murchison Falls, and rhino tracking at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary.

This package is ideal for travelers seeking a balanced safari with wildlife, primates, and beautiful landscapes, while staying in carefully selected midrange lodges.

About this tour

	Tour type	Custom, tailor-made, private
	Main focus	Game drives
	Activity level	Moderate activity
	Best months	All months
	Countries	Uganda
	Parks	Bwindi Impenetrable Kibale Murchison Falls Queen Elizabeth

Fine details

Safari highlights

Cultural visits—orphanages, markets, schools
Primate trekking
Wildlife sanctuaries

What’s included?

Accommodation
Airport transfers
Meals
Park fees
Private vehicle and driver

What’s not included?

Alcoholic beverages
Hot air balloons
International flights
Premium alcoholic beverages
Visas

Itinerary

Entebbe – Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary

Murchison Falls

After an early breakfast, depart Kampala or Entebbe for northwestern Uganda. Stop at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for a guided rhino tracking experience, the only place in Uganda where you can see rhinos in the wild. Continue to Murchison Falls National Park, entering through the southern gate. Drive to the top of Murchison Falls, where the Nile squeezes through a narrow 7-meter gorge before plunging into the Devil’s Cauldron. Proceed to your lodge for check-in and dinner.

Game Drive & Nile Boat Safari

Murchison Falls

Enjoy an early morning game drive in the northern sector of the park, known for its abundant wildlife. Expect sightings of elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, Uganda kob, waterbucks, lions, and various bird species. After lunch, take a boat cruise along the Nile to the base of Murchison Falls. This cruise offers excellent views of hippos, Nile crocodiles, elephants, and countless water birds. Return to the lodge for relaxation and dinner.

Murchison Falls – Budongo

Murchison Falls

After breakfast, enjoy a short game drive or relaxed morning before transferring to Budongo Forest Reserve, located near the southern edge of the park. Budongo is famous for its rich mahogany forest and high population of chimpanzees. Arrive at your lodge near the forest and spend the afternoon at leisure, preparing for the chimpanzee trek the next day.

Chimpanzee Trekking

Kibale

After an early breakfast, transfer to the forest headquarters for a briefing before starting your chimpanzee trekking experience. Accompanied by experienced guides, you will track habituated chimpanzee families while learning about forest ecology and other primates. The trek can take between 2–4 hours depending on chimp movement. After the trek, return to the lodge for lunch and enjoy a relaxed afternoon surrounded by nature.

Budongo Forest – Kampala/Entebbe

Kibale

After breakfast, begin your return journey to Kampala or Entebbe. Enjoy scenic countryside views with a lunch stop en route. Arrive in the late afternoon or early evening for hotel or airport drop-off, marking the end of your safari.

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