3-Day Murchison Falls Budget Adventure
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3-Day Murchison Falls Budget Adventure
Looking for a quick getaway that doesn’t break the bank? This affordable 3-Day Murchison Falls Budget Adventure is perfect for travelers on a tight schedule who still want to experience the thrill of Uganda’s wild side. Starting from your hotel or residence in Entebbe or Kampala, you’ll journey to Murchison Falls National Park, home to stunning landscapes, diverse wildlife, and the powerful waterfall that gives the park its name. Along the way, enjoy a rhino tracking experience at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary a rare opportunity to see these magnificent animals up close.
This short but action-packed adventure offers exceptional value, combining wildlife viewing, river safaris, and game drives all in just three days. Whether you’re a budget-conscious traveler or simply short on time, this safari delivers the highlights of Uganda at a fraction of the cost. if you opt to travel on solo tour no worries, reach us and we shall offer you the best discount.
Day 1: Transfer to Murchison Falls via Rhino Tracking
Your adventure kicks off bright and early! At 6:00 AM, you’ll be picked up from your hotel or residence in Kampala or Entebbe for a scenic drive to Murchison Falls National Park, Uganda’s largest and most iconic protected area.
Along the way, you’ll stop at the Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for an optional rhino tracking experience (USD 60 per person) a rare chance to see rhinos in their natural habitat.
After tracking, enjoy a budget-friendly local lunch before continuing your journey to the park. En route, you’ll make another stop at the top of Murchison Falls, where the Nile dramatically crashes through a narrow gorge an unforgettable sight and a perfect photo opportunity.
By late afternoon, you'll arrive at Red Chilli Rest Camp, a popular and affordable lodge option within the park. After check-in and a bit of rest, head out for an evening game drive to spot wildlife as the sun sets.
For the adventurous, there's an optional night game drive available after dinner (additional cost applies), offering a chance to see nocturnal wildlife.
Overnight: Red Chilli Rest Camp/Giraffe Camp / Elephant View Lodge
Meal plan: Bed only
Day 2: Game Drives & Budget Boat Safari Experience
Start your day with an early morning game drive, the perfect time to catch wildlife at its most active. Keep your eyes peeled for elephants, giraffes, antelopes, and, if you're lucky, lions or leopards making their morning rounds.
After a late breakfast or packed brunch, you’ll head out for a scenic 3-hour boat cruise on the Nile River. This budget-friendly safari boat trip takes you right to the base of the powerful Murchison Falls, passing hippos, crocodiles, and countless bird species along the way.
In the late afternoon, you can opt for a second evening game drive an excellent way to see more of the park without adding much to your cost. Then return to Red Chilli Rest Camp for dinner and a well-earned night’s rest.
Overnight: Red Chilli Rest Camp/Giraffe Camp / Elephant View Lodge
Meal plan: Bed only
Day 3: Morning Game Drive & Return to Kampala/Entebbe
Wake up early for a final morning game drive, giving you one more chance to spot wildlife as the park comes alive look out for elephants, giraffes, antelope, and perhaps even big cats on the move.
Afterwards, begin your scenic journey back to Kampala or Entebbe, with an optional chimpanzee tracking in Budongo (USD130), lunch stop en route (at own cost). You’ll be dropped off at your hotel or at Entebbe International Airport in time for your evening flight, marking the end of your 3-day Murchison Falls adventure.
Overnight: N/A
Meal plan: Lunch
- Park fees (For non-residents)
- All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
- All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)
- A professional driver/guide
- All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)
- All Taxes/VAT
- Roundtrip airport transfer
- Drinking water (On all days)
- International flights (From/to home)
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Tips (Tipping guideline US20.00 pp per day)
- Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
- All meals
- All beverages
- Rhino Tracking permit
- Emergency medical evacuation cover
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