Exciting small group safari to Murchison Falls National Park
Embark on an exhilarating safari with small groups to Murchison Falls National Park, the largest national park nestled in the northwestern region of Uganda. The national park teems with a variety of wildlife, showcasing majestic elephants, powerful buffaloes, regal lions, elusive leopards, and the unique Jackson’s hartebeest. Visitors can also encounter Uganda kobs, graceful giraffes, oribi, hippos, Nile crocodiles, waterbucks, bushbucks, and a diverse array of primates, including chimpanzees, red-tailed monkeys, and black and white colobus monkeys. Additionally, the park is home to over 450 bird species, making it a vibrant ecosystem full of life. Murchison Falls National Park is a thrilling destination for a small group safari, offering a variety of exciting activities to immerse yourself in during your adventure, including:
Exciting experiences to partake in during your small group safari to Murchison Falls National Park
Exciting excursions into the wild to observe animals in their natural habitat.
Embarking on a game drive is an exhilarating experience you can enjoy in Murchison Falls National Park during your small group safari. Embarking on a game drive in Murchison Falls National Park offers thrilling opportunities, whether you choose to set out at the crack of dawn when the wildlife is bustling with energy, in the afternoon, or under the stars to catch a glimpse of the elusive nocturnal creatures. On the game drives, you will encounter a variety of wildlife, including elephants, buffaloes, waterbucks, giraffes, Jackson’s hartebeest, lions, leopards, Uganda kobs, oribi, and hyenas, among others.
Exciting boat cruise
Exciting small group safari to Murchison Falls National Park
Exciting Boat Expedition
A boat cruise offers an exciting experience in Murchison Falls National Park that you can enjoy during your small safari. In Murchison Falls National Park, you can embark on two exhilarating boat cruises: the Nile Delta boat cruise and the thrilling journey to the base of the falls. On the boat cruise, you will encounter a variety of wildlife, including hippos and Nile crocodiles gliding through the water, while buffaloes, elephants, waterbucks, and warthogs roam along the shores. You’ll also spot an array of water birds such as cormorants, bee-eaters, and kingfishers, among others.
Exploring the world of birds
Murchison Falls National Park boasts an impressive array of over 450 recorded bird species, encompassing forest birds, savannah birds, water birds, and migratory birds, establishing it as one of the premier birding destinations in Uganda. While exploring the wonders of Murchison Falls National Park, you will be joined by a knowledgeable bird guide ready to assist you in discovering a variety of bird species. Look out for the Grey-headed Papwing, Yellow-billed Barbet, Martial Eagle, Long-toed Plover, Abyssinian Ground Lapwing, Silver Bird, Black-billed Barbet, Pels Fishing Owl, White-eyed Seedeater, Senegal Thick-knee, Malachite Kingfisher, Red-winged Grey Warbler, and the majestic Shoebill stork, among many others.
Embarking on a journey to trek with chimpanzees
Chimpanzee trekking in Murchison Falls National Park takes place in Budongo Forest and begins bright and early with an informative briefing on the rules and regulations to follow during the adventure. Following the briefing, your journey will lead you into the forest as you embark on a quest to find the habituated chimpanzees. This adventure typically involves a drive of 2 to 5 hours, depending on the current whereabouts of the chimpanzees, as they frequently roam in search of food. While trekking, you will encounter a variety of primates and bird species, and when you finally spot the chimpanzees, you will have the incredible opportunity to spend an hour with them in their natural habitat.
Exploring the great outdoors
A nature walk in Murchison Falls National Park offers an exhilarating experience, allowing you to explore the park on foot alongside a knowledgeable park guide and an armed ranger for your safety. On the guided nature walk, whether you choose Kaniyo Pabidi forest, Rabongo forest, or the top of the falls, you will encounter a variety of animals, hear the delightful melodies of various bird species, admire vibrant butterflies, and relish the refreshing breeze, among other experiences.
Sport fishing
Sport fishing is an exhilarating experience in Murchison Falls National Park that you can partake in during your small group safari. Sport fishing in Murchison Falls National Park takes place at the base of the falls, where you can encounter a thrilling array of fish species, including Nile perch, tiger fish, and catfish, among others.
Ideal time for a small group safari to Murchison Falls National Park
A small group safari to Murchison Falls National Park is an exhilarating experience that can be enjoyed throughout the year. However, the ideal time to embark on this journey is during the dry season, specifically in June, July, August, September, December, January, and February. During these months, the park experiences minimal rainfall, resulting in shorter vegetation. This creates a perfect setting for wildlife viewing, as animals congregate around water bodies to quench their thirst, offering you a fantastic opportunity to observe a variety of species up close. In the dry season, the chimpanzee trekking trails become dry and slippery, creating an exhilarating experience for those on the adventure.
Choosing the perfect accommodation for your safari in Murchison Falls National Park
In Murchison Falls National Park, you will find a variety of places to stay that perfectly complement your small group safari experience. The accommodations offer a diverse selection, catering to all preferences and budgets. Options include Sambiya River Lodge, Fort Murchison Safari Lodge, Murchison Falls Bamboo Village, Murchison River Lodge, Paraa Safari Lodge, Nile Safari Lodge, Twiga Safari Lodge, Pakuba Safari Lodge, Tilenga Safari Lodge, Chobe Safari Lodge, Ikorom Safari Lodge, Murchison Bush Lodge, Murchison Tree House, Bwana Tembo Safari Camp, Kabalega Wilderness Lodge, Parkside Safari Lodge, Heritage Safari Lodge, Red Chilli Rest Camp, and many more.
How to reach Murchison Falls National Park
Murchison Falls National Park is situated in the northwestern region of Uganda and can be reached by road. The journey from Kampala through Masindi to the park headquarters takes approximately 5 to 6 hours of driving.
Murchison Falls National Park can also be reached by air, where you can book scheduled or charter domestic flights with Aerolink Uganda from Entebbe International Airport to Pakuba, Chobe, or Bugungu airstrips, and then connect to the park headquarters by road.
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