4 Days water rafting and Murchison falls national park Safari
4 Days of water rafting and Murchison Falls National Park Safari
4 Days water rafting and Murchison Falls National Park Safari: This 4 Days white water rafting experience and a trip to Murchison Falls National Park takes you through the water and wildlife experience along River Nile which is the longest River in Africa with its source in Lake Victoria in Uganda. White water rafting is one of the most exciting water sports activities. It has become a huge tourist attraction in Jinja town of Uganda.
The River Nile is the classic pool‐drop river with deep, calm pools interspersed between powerful and exciting rapids and multitudes of different channels. The Nile is not constrained to one channel but rather has multiple rapids between the beautiful mid‐river islands that allow the expert guides to choose milder options for those not willing to subject themselves to dunking in the river. The opportunity to do white water rafting from the longest river on earth is amazing.
White water rafting
A day of white water rafting starts with an early morning breakfast before driving to the River banks. All participants leave their valuable and dry clothes in the car with the staff. The responsible team gives orientation and supervision about safety and what to expect in this case are the guides who are very experienced and knowledgeable about the area and rapids. They go through every aspect of safety to ensure that all rafters have the best possible experience. Rafting takes almost the whole day and every particular is allowed to take the level of raft that they can manage.
Murchison Falls National Park
The Park is the best destination in Uganda with a connection with the longest river in Africa – River Nile and also the largest national park in Uganda offering a variety of attractions. It is bisected by River Nile home to hippos and Nile crocodiles. The park hosts 75 mammals and 451 species of birds. It offers classic African wildlife viewing safari all year round but the dry season from December to February and June to September is the best time to visit the park. The park is divided into 2 sectors; the southern sector which includes the Budongo forest and the northern sector which is the park’s tourism hub.
The south is separated from the north by River Nile and the ferry is used to cross vehicles and luggage to and from both sectors. The most unique attraction in the park is the great Murchison Falls (the world’s most powerful waterfalls). The Nile River divides the park into north and south sections. The Murchison Falls has by eternal war between rocks and water. The waters violently compress through a narrow 7-meter gorge, spraying misty droplets along their wake over a 50 meters radius to a spot that is called the “Devil’s cauldron” This creates a permanent rainbow over the battlefield and causes a continuous roar.
Game Drives in Murchison
Another place to visit during the 4 days trip is the Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary. It is a natural habitat for 23 rhinos as well as over 200 species of birds, antelope, warthogs, pangolins,s and wild cats. It offers the opportunity to tourists for a rhino tracking experience on foot with rangers. Ziwa is located in the Nakasongora district just a few kilometers off the main route via Masindi. This thus makes a great stopover en route to the park. It was established in 2005 by the Rhino Fund Uganda in partnership with the Uganda Wildlife Authority to assist in re-introducing rhinos back to Uganda.
Safari highlights
- Transfer to Jinja – white water rafting
- Transfer for Murchison Falls National Park
- Game drive and launch cruise at the bottom of the falls
- Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary – transfer to Entebbe and Departure
Detailed safari
Day 1: Transfer to Jinja – white water rafting
Depending on your location in Entebbe/Kampala, transfer to Jinja very early morning for water rafting. Upon arrival, connect for a briefing about the water rafting experience before you start. Rafting is a whole day’s activity. Later evening connect to visit the source of the Nile and evening boat cruise.
Dinner and Overnight: Mihingo Lodge/Kigambira Safari Lodge/Hyena Hill Lodge
Day 2: Transfer to Murchison Falls National Park
After breakfast, you will meet your guide and set off for Uganda’s largest national park. The park is a habitat for “big 4 game” including elephants, buffaloes, lions, and leopards. It’s a 6-5 hours drive with en-route lunch. Upon arrival, connect to the top of the falls before you proceed to your lodge for relaxation.
Lodging: Paraa Safari Lodge/Pakuba Safari Lodge/Red Chilli Lodge
Meal plan: Full board
Day 3: Game drive and launch cruise at the bottom of the falls
After an early breakfast, you will go for a morning game drive on the Northern Bank of the River Nile. The activity takes about 3-5 hours and can view a variety of wildlife. For example, elephants, Rothschild giraffes, buffaloes, lions, Hartebeest, Uganda kobs, Oribis, and waterbucks. After the drive, you will return to the lodge for lunch.
In the afternoon go for a launch cruise along the Nile which will give you an exciting panoramic view at the bottom of the mighty Murchison Falls. Along the cruise, you will encounter crocodiles, hippos, and birds on the river banks like kingfishers, cormorants, and bee-eaters. After viewing the falls at the bottom, meet your driver who will transfer you back to your lodge with en-route game drive.
Lodging: Paraa Safari Lodge/Pakuba Safari Lodge/Red Chilli Lodge
Meal plan: Full board
Day 4: Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary – transfer to Entebbe and Departure
After morning breakfast, drive out of the park to connect to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for rhino tracking. Upon arrival, connect for a briefing then connect to track the rhinos in their habitat. Have lunch then continue to Kampala/Entebbe. You will be dropped off at a location you advise or at Entebbe airport for your evening flight.
Tour includes
- Bottled drinking water
- Fuel and vehicle
- English speaking guide
- Meals
- Accommodation
Exclude
- Alcoholic drinks
- Laundry
- Items of a personal nature
- International airfares
- Travel Insurance
- Tips and gratuities
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