3 Days Murchison, Rhinos, & Chimpanzee Tour

Overview

3 Days Murchison Falls Safari with Rhinos and Chimpanzee Tour takes you to Uganda’s only rhino sanctuary, Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, primarily for rhino tracking activities. The tracking takes around 2-3 hours, and we then drive through Masindi to Uganda’s largest national park, “Murchison Falls National Park,” to see the other four of the Big Five as well as a variety of other animal and bird species. On the final day, we head to Budongo Forest for an unforgettable chimp tracking trip.

The “big five” expedition begins with the rhinos in the Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary. The sanctuary raises tens of rhinos and houses a variety of animals, including hippos, antelopes, and crocodiles. The morning wildlife drive at Murchison Falls National Park completes the “big five” and provides opportunities to see buffaloes, lions, elephants, giraffes, waterbucks, Jackson’s hartebeests, Uganda kobs, warthogs, and leopards.

The afternoon boat cruise on the Nile is perfect for observing wildlife up close. The Nile is home to many hippos and crocodiles, as well as a diverse range of birds and animals that come to drink and refresh.

There is no better way to end this animal excursion than with a forest encounter in Budongo Forest. Budongo Forest is home to several primates, including habituated chimpanzees, monkey species, baboons, and a variety of forest birds.

Highlights for Your 3-Days Murchison Falls with Rhinos and Chimpanzee Safari.

• 2 hours of rhino tracking at the Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary.
• 4-hour game drives
• 3-hours Activities include a boat ride on the Nile River and chimp tracking in Kaniyo Pabidi, Budongo Forest.

DETAILED ITINERARY.

Day 1: Travel day to Murchison Falls National Park and Rhino. Tracking Day

Have an early breakfast and get ready for pick-up at 7:00 a.m. to begin the 6- to 7-hour drive to Murchison Falls National Park. Expect a brief stop in Luwero to pick a few fruits (oranges, pineapples, passion fruits), then continue on to the Ziwa Rhino sanctuary.

After receiving a ranger briefing, you will walk for about two hours through the refuge. Return to Masindi and have lunch at the Masindi Hotel or Court View Hotel. After lunch, drive to your lodge for dinner and sleep.

Accommodation Options:

Luxury: Paraa Safari Lodge and Chobe Safari Lodge.
Mid-range: Sambiya River Lode.
Budget: Red Chilli. Rest Camp
Meal Plan: Full Board (Lunch, Dinner)
Travel Time: 6 hours.

Day 2: Game Drive and Boat Ride on the Victoria Nile.

Have an early breakfast and go for the game drive by 7:00 a.m. By this time, you can catch the early risers, nocturnals, and hunters before they return to their hiding places. The Nile, which flows through the park, divides it into two sides: south and north.

The north is chosen over the south due to its richness of wildlife. If your lodge is on the south side, you must drive to the ferry crossing to reach the other side and begin the game drive. Explore the key game trails for fantastic wildlife sightings, including elephants, giraffes, and waterbucks, among others.

After more than four hours of animal adventure, return to the lodge for lunch. At 2:30 p.m., start off for a boat excursion on the Victoria Nile. The three-hour boat excursion is ideal for seeing stunning wildlife and taking amazing photos. Return to the lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.
Meal Plan: Full Board (breakfast, lunch, supper)

Day 3: Chimpanzee tracking and travel back to Kampala.

Enjoy an early breakfast before heading to Budongo Forest for the monkey adventure. Arrive at the briefing location by 8:00 a.m. and begin your hike through Budongo Forest at Kaniyo Pabidi. In addition to chimpanzees, the forest is home to many monkeys, baboons, and forest birds. The experience might last up to two hours.

Return, check out, and head to Masindi town for lunch at Masindi Hotel or Court View Hotel. After lunch, head to Kampala for drop-off.
Food Plan: Full Board (breakfast and lunch)
Travel time: 6 hours from Murchison to Kampala.

• 2 Breakfast, 3 lunches, 2 dinners
• Bottled water
• Private safari vehicle
• Services of an English speaking gude
• Chimpanzee permit
• Accommodation in self-contained cottages for two nights
• Park access fees.

• Sun glasses
• Camera gear
• Light and heavy clothes
• Hiking boots

NOTE: Avoid dressing in blue, white and black clothes as they may attract tse-tse flies.