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6 Days / 5 NightsUganda

Murchison Falls Ultimate — 6 Days

The Nile's mighty gorge, Rothschild's giraffe & Budongo chimps

From $2,340 per person4.7 (38 reviews)
📅Duration6 Days / 5 Nights
📍DestinationsMurchison Falls National Park
🏨AccommodationLuxury 5-Star Lodges
👥Group SizePrivate / Small Group
🌤️Best TimeYear-round (best June–September, December–February)
💰From$2,340 pp

Overview

Uganda's largest park delivers the full package: a Nile boat safari to the foot of thundering Murchison Falls, Buligi plains packed with lion, elephant and Rothschild's giraffe, and chimpanzee tracking in Budongo Forest. Six days across river, savannah and jungle.

Stay riverside at Nile Safari Lodge and Bakers Lodge with the Victoria Nile at your doorstep. Full board throughout, private guide and 4x4 with pop-up roof. Ideal for travellers who want water, plains and forest in one journey.

Who It's For

Couples, families and photographers wanting Uganda's most varied wildlife safari in a single park.

WildlifeBoat safariChimps

Package Highlights

Boat safari to the base of Murchison Falls — the Nile squeezed through a 7m gorge

Buligi plains game drives for lion, elephant, buffalo & Rothschild's giraffe

Chimpanzee tracking in Budongo Forest (Kaniyo Pabidi)

Top of the Falls hike to the roaring outlet

Delta boat cruise toward Lake Albert for shoebill stork

Riverside lodges on the banks of the Victoria Nile

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Drive north from Kampala/Entebbe, stopping at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for a rhino trek on foot. Continue to the park and check in at Nile Safari Lodge overlooking the river.

🏨 Accommodation: Nile Safari Lodge

🍽️ Meals: FB

Day 1 - Kampala to Murchison via Ziwa

Featured Lodges & Accommodation

★★★★★

Nile Safari Lodge

📍 Uganda

River cottage · Full board basis

River cottageFull board2 nights

From $360 per person per night

★★★★★

Bakers Lodge

📍 Uganda

Riverside suite · Full board basis

Riverside suiteFull board3 nights

From $390 per person per night

Pricing & Options

All prices per person sharing. Customize any tier to your preferences.

Signature

$2,340per person

(~$470/night)

Handpicked lodges, expert guiding and all-inclusive dining

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Ultra-Luxury

$4,020per person

(~$800/night)

The very best lodges, private vehicle and guide — fully tailor-made

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What's Included & Excluded

✓ Included

  • 2 nights Nile Safari Lodge (FB)
  • 3 nights Bakers Lodge (FB)
  • All game drives & park fees
  • Nile boat safari & delta cruise
  • Budongo chimp permit
  • Ziwa rhino trek
  • Professional guide
  • 4x4 safari vehicle
  • Airport transfers

✗ Excluded

  • International flights
  • Uganda visa
  • Travel insurance
  • Drinks at lodges
  • Tips
  • Personal expenses

Best Time to Travel

June–September and December–February are driest and best for game viewing and boat safaris. Chimp tracking and the falls run year-round.

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Oct
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Why Choose This Package

Only park where the Nile is forced through a 7-metre gorge

Rothschild's giraffe strongholds on the Buligi plains

Chimps, big cats and shoebill in one safari

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