Murchison Falls National Park
Africa's Most Powerful Waterfall

Africa's Most Powerful Waterfall

Murchison Falls National Park is Uganda's largest protected area at 3,893 km², bisected by the mighty Victoria Nile as it charges northward toward Lake Albert.

The park's centrepiece is Murchison Falls itself — where the entire Nile is forced through a 7-metre-wide gorge, creating the most powerful waterfall on earth. The roar can be heard from kilometres away.

This 3-day itinerary includes a Nile launch trip to the base of the falls, Big Five game drives on the northern bank, and a drive through the verdant Budongo Forest on the way back to Kampala.

Day-by-Day Itinerary

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Day 1

Kampala to Murchison Falls

Early departure from Kampala, driving north through Gulu road. Option to stop at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary to see Uganda's only wild rhinos. Arrive at park. Afternoon game drive on the northern bank. Overnight at lodge.

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Day 2

Nile Boat Cruise & Game Drive

Morning game drive tracking lions, elephants, giraffes and Jackson's hartebeest. Afternoon 3-hour launch trip up the Nile to the base of the falls — a wall of white water forcing through a 7-metre gorge. One of Uganda's most dramatic sights. Overnight at lodge.

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Day 3

Morning Drive & Return to Kampala

Final morning game drive. Breakfast. Drive back to Kampala via Budongo Forest (optional chimp walk for additional fee). Arrive Kampala late afternoon.