This 5-Days Murchison Falls and Queen Elizabeth Wildlife Safari covers a wide range of savanna grasslands in two of Uganda’s most popular national parks which are and Queen Elizabeth National Park, this 5-days Uganda wildlife safari is remarkably a game- viewing wildlife safari where you encounter animals like Cape Buffalos, Giraffes, herds of Elephants, lions, Hippos, and antelopes and a visit to Ziwa rhino sanctuary for Rhino tracking activity.
Tour Highlights
Day 1: Travel to Murchison Falls National Park/En-route to Ziwa for Rhino Trekking
Day 2: Morning game drive and a Boat Safari on the Nile
Day 3: Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park
Day 4: Morning game drive and Kazinga Channel boat cruise
Day 5: Chimpanzee trekking at Kanlinzu and transfer back to Kampala/Entebbe
DETAILED ITINERARY
Day 1: Transfer to Murchison Falls National Park/En-Route for Rhino Trekking
You will be met by your professional Soul Treat Safaris guide at your location in Kampala who will transfer you to Murchison Falls National Park. The journey takes about 5-6 hours, and you will have several stops along the way for refreshments and to enjoy the scenic beauty of the Ugandan countryside. also, en-route at Ziwa for Rhino Trekking if time permits. Once you reach the park, you will check into your accommodation for the overnight.
Distance: This journey takes approximately 5-6 hours. Accommodation: Mid-Range: Pakuba Safari Lodge Meals: Lunch//Drinking Water Throughout
Day 2: Morning game drive and Afternoon Boat Safari to the base of the falls
Have your breakfast, and depart for an early morning game drive across the rolling plains of Uganda’s largest protected area, where you will have the opportunity of viewing lions, giraffe, hartebeest, buffalo, and elephants. For any birder, this area supports the secretary bird, and black-chested snake eagle to name a few. Return to your accommodation for lunch. After lunch, you will head out for the boat trip to the base of Murchison Falls where you will also be able to
catch sight of more animals including Hippos, Crocodiles, and several water birds. If the water level is low, you will continue with a hike (if you like) to the top of the falls. The hike may be a strenuous one but the thrill of reaching the top is breathtaking. Miss it only if you must. Return to your accommodation and have a relaxed evening.
Main Destination: Murchison Falls National Park.
Accommodation: Pakuba Safari Lodge
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch | Drinking water (Other drinks not included).
Day 3: Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park/Evening Game Drive
After your Morning Breakfast, you will start your 5-8hrs journey to Queen Elizabeth National Park. Meanwhile you will be able to view the glamorous ranges of the mountains of the moon. Furthermore, pass through Kasese town and enjoy the smiles from the local residents of the town. On arrival at the park, you will check in as soon as you reach the lodge. And have an evening Game Drive incase you’re still energetic and if time permits.
Main Destination: Queen Elizabeth National Park Accommodation: Elephant Hab Lodge/Twin Lakes
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch//Drinking Water Throughout.
Day 4: Morning Game Drive and Afternoon Boat Safari at the Famous Kazinga Channel
Wake up to an early morning breakfast before heading for a game drive through the Kasenyi Plains where you are likely to spot the African lions and the elusive leopards, Uganda kobs, Elephants, buffaloes, bushbucks, Defassa waterbucks and warthogs in addition to at least 200 bird species. Lastly, after this amazing 2-3 hours’ activity, head back to the Lodge for lunch and relaxation as you prepare to go for the boat cruise.
In the afternoon, you will go for the famous launch trip on the Kazinga Channel where Hippos, Nile crocodiles, elephants, buffaloes and Uganda Kobs, as well as bird species like Kingfishers and African fish eagle, can be spotted.
Main Destination: Queen Elizabeth National Park Accommodation: Elephant Hab Lodge/Twin Lakes
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner//Drinking Water Throughout.
Day 5: Chimpanzee trekking at Kalinzu and Transfer Back to Kampala
After an early morning breakfast, you will drive to Kalinzu forest to trek our closest relatives the common Chimpanzee in their natural habitat, before you embark on the drive back to Kampala with a stopover at equator and lunch in Mbarara. Continue with the drive back to Kampala/Entebbe.
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Destination: Kampala/Entebbe Accommodation: No Accommodation
Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner//Drinking Water throughout
Tour Rates Include:
- Park fees (For non-residents)
- Chimpanzee trekking permit (For non-residents)
- A professional driver/guide
- All transportation in 4×4 (Unless labelled as optional).
- All Taxes/VAT
- All Activities as mentioned
- Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section).
- Drinking water (On all days)
- All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade).
- Community Visit on the way to Queen Elizabeth NP
Tour Rates Excludes:
- International flights (From/to home).
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the
- Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day).
- Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, )
- The government-imposed increases in taxes and/or park