5Days Murchison and Kidepo national park
5 DaysOverview
This is the best offer for all wildlife lovers, students, photography’s, nature lovers,
Honeymooners, and families seeking a true adventure. 5-days safari which covers two of
Uganda’s famous destinations, located in a relatively quiet environment with a wide range of
Biodiversity. You will visit Ziwa Rhino sanctuary, Murchison Falls and Kidepo Valley National
park, engaging in the Game drive, Boat cruise, cultural experience, Rhino tracking, photography,
and sightseeing among others. And spend the 5days and 4night in very comfortable
accommodations, use comfortable transportation, engage in exciting activities, and explore new
treasures. Ultimate safaris will surely exceed your expectations and perfectly handle your tour
from the start to the end.
The driver Guide assigned to handle your safari will be at the airport with a placard written on
your name to welcome you as soon as the Plane Lands on the Ground. When the two of you
meet, the next thing will be a briefing and sharing a glass of Juice before embarking on a 6-7
hour drive to Murchison fall's National, the oldest national park in the country hosting the most
powerful waterfall on earth. As the journey progresses, you will have an en-route stopover at
Nakasongola district to Track the only surviving Rhinos in the country at Ziwa Rhino sanctuary
for one hour, followed by Lunch before proceeding with the drive to the park. You will check-in
at the Lodge upon arrival, enjoy a delicious dinner before retiring to the cot for an overnight.
When morning comes, wake up for a hefty breakfast, followed by a rewarding 3-4 hours game
drive in the gigantic northern sector of the Park, visiting all the corners in the quest for both the
big and small mammals such as the Lions, leopards, cheetahs, Uganda Kobs, oribis, Jackson
hartebeest, giraffes, Zebras and warthogs among other. While in this quest, you can be lucky to
spot primates such as baboons, reptiles such as snakes, unique Bird species as the crested cranes,
and several rare tree species as the whistling acacia among others.
After 3-4 hours of Rare Encounters, feast on the Mouthwatering picnic Lunch before heading for
a 2-3hour rewarding Boat cruise to the Bottom of the most powerful waterfall's on earth,
stopping in a very strategic place for Photography, and watching the thundering waterfalls as it
sequences itself in the 7mtr gorge. Other attractions to look out for this afternoon include the
Nile crocodiles, hippos, mammals, and the sought-after shoebill stock before returning the lodge
for dinner and overnight.
At sunrise, you will have your breakfast served before checking out of the lodge for a 7-8 hour
drive to Kidepo valley national park, a true African wilderness adorned with wildlife including
abundant Flora and fauna, plus a very beautiful Landscape, perfect for photography. The drive is
on both tarmac and Maram Road offering you some of the best Views of African homesteads,
green plantations, rocks, and nosy streets as you cross the Busy Towns. The driver-guide will
stop for lunch in one of the Towns with the Best cuisines before proceeding with the Journey and
arriving in the evening in time for dinner and overnight.
Welcome this day with a yummy cup of coffee very early in the morning before joining your
driver guide to traverse the Narus Valley where most of the game drives take place because of
the beautiful landscape, congestion of mammals such as the Buffalos, elephants, lions, antelopes,
leopards, giraffes, zebras, and warthogs among others, avian species such as the ostrich, and
lover birds, and flora such as Bourassa and acacia among others.
The game drive will last for approximately 4-5 hours before heading for lunch and an afternoon
visit to the Karamojong people; famous for cattle keeping and authentic cultural practices. These
people will take you through thrilling cultural performances through stories, songs, and dances,
and show you their local houses and sale to you some of their souvenirs before you drive back to
the lodge for dinner and overnight
On this Day, you will check out of the Lodge after breakfast, and embark on a 9-10 hour scenic
drive to Entebbe international airport for a flight to the next destination or a hotel in the city.
Cost Inclusion
- 1. Airport/hotel pick-up and drop-off
- 2. Private 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
- 3. Professional English-speaking driver/guide
- 4. Fuel throughout the safari
- 5. Accommodation for 4 nights
- 6. Meals as per itinerary (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)
- 7. Bottled drinking water during the safari
- 8. Park entrance fees
- 9. Rhino tracking at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary
- 10. Boat cruise on the Nile
- 11. Game drives in Murchison Falls and Kidepo Valley National Parks
- 12. Cultural visit to the Karamojong community
- 13. Government taxes and VAT
Cost Exclusion
- 1. International and domestic flights
- 2. Uganda visa fees
- 3. Travel insurance
- 4. Alcoholic and soft drinks
- 5. Laundry services
- 6. Tips and gratuities for guides and lodge staff
- 7. Personal expenses (souvenirs, telephone calls, etc.)
- 8. Optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary
Frequently Asked Questions
The parks can be visited throughout the year. The best wildlife viewing is during the dry seasons (June–August and December–February), when animals gather around water sources and roads are easier to navigate.
Pack lightweight clothing, comfortable walking shoes, a hat, sunscreen, sunglasses, insect repellent, a camera, binoculars, and a light jacket for early morning game drives.
Yes. This safari is ideal for families, couples, solo travelers, and first-time visitors. The itinerary combines exciting wildlife viewing, a scenic boat cruise, rhino tracking, and an authentic cultural experience, making it suitable for travelers of all ages.




