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5-Day Murchison Falls Big 5 Safari With A Kampala City Tour | Toturk Safaris
On this 5-day safari, immerse yourself in the breathtaking beauty of Uganda’s capital city, Kampala, the tranquil lake victoria in search of the rare shoebill stork, and Murchison Falls National Park. Witness the awe-inspiring power of the Nile River as it cascades through an 8-meter-wide, 45-foot-deep gorge at Murchison Falls. Embark on thrilling game drives and treks in search of Africa’s iconic Big Five, Chimpanzees, rhinos and other incredible wildlife. Cruise the legendary Nile for close-up views of hippos, crocodiles, and abundant birdlife. An unforgettable wildlife encounter.
Safari Highlights
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Kampala City Tour
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Top of the falls
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Rhino Tracking
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Game drives
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Boat safari
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Chimpanzee trekking
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Shoebill tracking
Itinerary
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DAY 1: Arrival day, City tour, stay in Kampala
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DAY 2: Ziwa Rhino Tracking and Top of the falls
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DAY 3: Game drive and Boat cruise in Murchison Falls National park
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DAY 4: Chimpanzee Trek and Transfer to Entebbe
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DAY 5: Shoebill Tracking at Mabamba and Departure
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1
Arrival in Uganda and City Tour
ENTEBBE - KAMPALA
Upon arrival at Entebbe International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by a representative from Toturk Safaris and transferred to your hotel in Kampala. After check-in, enjoy a short rest and freshen up before having lunch.
After lunch, embark on a guided Kampala city tour, visiting key cultural and historical attractions including the Buganda Kingdom, the Bahá’í Temple, and the Kasubi Tombs. Continue exploring the city throughout the afternoon before returning to your hotel for dinner and overnight.
INCLUDED: Airport transfer, Lunch, dinner, excursions and accommodation.
Accommodation: Hilton Garden Hotel
Day 2
Rhino Trekking and Top of the falls
KAMPALA - ZIWA- MURCHISON FALLS NATIONAL PARK
Enjoy an early breakfast before setting off for Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for a memorable rhino trekking experience. Ziwa is the only place in Uganda where you can see wild rhinos roam freely in their natural habitat, as part of a successful reintroduction program aimed at restoring the rhino population in Uganda
After the trek, enjoy lunch before continuing your journey to Murchison Falls National Park. Visit the Top of the Falls and marvel at the sight of the Nile squeezing through an 8-meter-wide gorge before plunging 45 meters below, creating the dramatic thunderous Murchison Falls.
Afterwards, head to your lodge to unwind and enjoy dinner, preparing for the thrilling experiences that await.
INCLUDED: All meals, entrance fees, excursions and accommodation.
Accommodation: Murchison Falls Bamboo Village
Day 3
Game drive and Boat cruise
MURCHISON FALLS NATIONAL PARK
Start the day with an early morning game drive, spotting elephants, buffaloes, lions, leopards, giraffes, antelopes, and Jackson’s hartebeest. Pause mid-drive to enjoy a packed breakfast in the wild, then continue the safari until 10am.
At 11:00 AM, embark on a boat safari along the legendary Nile River. Cruise towards the base of the dramatic Murchison Falls, where the Nile plunges powerfully through a narrow gorge. Along the way, encounter hippos, crocodiles, water birds, and other animals like elephants, Uganda Kobs, and lions that come to drink by the riverbanks.
After the boat cruise, return to the lodge for lunch. In the afternoon, you may choose to embark on another game drive or relax at the lodge and enjoy the surrounding scenery. Enjoy dinner at the lodge.
INCLUDED: All meals, entrance fees, excursions and accommodation
Accommodation: Murchison Falls Bamboo Village
Day 4
Chimpanzee Trek and Transfer to Entebbe
MURCHISON FALLS NATIONAL PARK - ENTEBBE
In the morning, set out on your chimpanzee trek in Budongo Forest in search of these fascinating primates. Once you locate them, you will be allowed one hour in their presence. Observe these majestic beings, whose DNA is 99% similar to humans, engage in remarkably humanlike interactions.
After the trek, depart Murchison Falls National Park and begin the scenic drive back to Kampala, passing through rural villages and countryside landscapes.
INCLUDED: All Meals, entrance fees, excursions and accommodation.
Accommodation: Best western
Day 5
Shoebill Tracking and Departure
ENTEBBE
After breakfast, proceed to Mabamba Wetland on Lake Victoria for a guided boat excursion through the papyrus channels in search of the rare and iconic shoebill stork. Following the excursion, enjoy lunch before transferring to Entebbe International Airport for your onward flight connections.
INCLUDED: Breakfast, Lunch, excursions and airport transfer
Accommodation: Nil
Rates and Inclusions
Rates are per person based on 2 adults (foreign non residents) sharing a room, inclusive of all local taxes. Children under 4yrs are free.
This is a private mid range tour.
For children aged 5 -15 years, local and foreign resident rates, or groups of fewer or more than 2 guests, please contact us by email for a customized quotation.
All Toturk Safaris can be customized to suit your travel needs.
What's Included
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Transfer between airport & accommodations on day of arrival & departure
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Transport in a private 4WD Hiace safari vehicle & fuel for tour
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Professional English-speaking driver guide
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Accommodations as noted in the itinerary.
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Meals as noted in the itinerary
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Drinking water in the safari vehicle
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Park entrance fees, activities, and excursions as noted in the itinerary
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VAT where applicable
What's Excluded
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International and local airfare
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Personal (medical/travel) insurance
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Uganda Entry Visa
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Meals, snacks, and drinks not noted in the itinerary
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Optional activities
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Items of a personal nature
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Laundry services
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Tips and gratuities.
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Additional accommodation before and after the safari
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Alcohol and premium beverages
Notes
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PP stands for per person.
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All meals mean breakfast, lunch and dinner.
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Rates are all year round.
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If the mentioned hotels are all fully booked, an alternative in the same range will be given.
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Accommodations mentioned are all midrange but can be changed to suit your needs.
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Minimum age for chimpanze tracking is 12yrs, the rest of the activities have no age limitations