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3 Days Murchison Falls National Park Fly-in Safari

from $999

*price p.p. incl. guide, safari-jeep, hotel and park entrance fees, excl. international flight (Based on 6 persons)

Note: We have discounts for kids 12 years old or younger.

3 Days

Private or Group

Safari

At Friendly Gorillas, we recommend this itinerary for guests who value time, comfort, and a smoother safari pace.

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DURATION

3 Days

TOUR TYPE

Lodge Safaris, Private Safaris, Fly In Safari

ACTIVITIES

Game viiewing,Cultural encounters, top of he falls viewing

TRANSPORT

Private 4×4 Safari Vehicle

Overview

The 3 Days Murchison Falls National Park Fly-in Safari is designed for travelers who want to experience Murchison Falls without spending many hours on the road. Instead of driving from Kampala or Entebbe to the park, guests fly closer to Murchison Falls and spend more time enjoying game drives, the River Nile, and the powerful falls.
This itinerary gives you the value of a short safari with better comfort. You still get enjoy the major Murchison highlights, including wildlife viewing, the Nile boat cruise, and the top of the falls, but you avoid the long road transfer that comes with the standard 3-day road safari.
At Friendly Gorillas, we recommend this safari for luxury travelers, older guests, honeymooners, business travelers, short-stay visitors, photographers, and guests who want a premium Uganda wildlife experience in limited time. It may not be the most ideal for budget travelers, guests who want Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary by road, or visitors who prefer slow overland journeys through Uganda’s countryside.
At Friendly Gorillas, we recommend this safari for luxury travelers, older guests, honeymooners, business travelers, short-stay visitors, photographers, and guests who want a premium Uganda wildlife experience in limited time. It may not be the most ideal for budget travelers, guests who want Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary by road, or visitors who prefer slow overland journeys through Uganda’s countryside.

Chase the Big Five, cruise the Nile, and witness the mighty Murchison Falls in 3 days

3 Days Murchison Falls National Park Fly-in Safari

BUDGET Accommodation

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4 Persons

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STANDARD Accommodation

2 Persons

4 Persons

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LUXURY Accommodation

2 Persons

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* Indicative costs per person, excluding international airline tickets

Price includes

• Domestic return flight between Entebbe or Kajjansi and the Murchison Falls
• Airport or airstrip transfers in Kampala or Entebbe
• Airstrip transfers in Murchison Falls
• Safari vehicle and fuel in Murchison Falls
• Professional English-speaking safari guide
• Accommodation during the safari
• Meals as agreed in the confirmed itinerary
• Park entrance fees where applicable
• Game drives in Murchison Falls National Park
• Nile boat cruise, if included in the package
• Visit to the top of Murchison Falls, if included in the package
• Bottled drinking water during safari activities
• Government taxes included in the package

Price Excludes

• International flights
• Uganda visa fees
• Travel insurance
• Personal expenses
• Tips and gratuities
• Alcoholic drinks and premium beverages
• Laundry services
• Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary visit unless included as a road add-on
• Optional hot air balloon safari unless included
• Extra game drives unless included
• Extra accommodation before or after the safari
• Domestic flight baggage excess fees, if applicable
• Any activity not listed in the confirmed itinerary

Where you shall visit

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Highlights

  • • Fly to the Murchison Falls NP instead of spending many hours on the road
  • • Visit Murchison Falls National Park, one of Uganda’s most famous safari parks.
  • • Enjoy game drives in search of giraffes, elephants, buffaloes, antelopes, warthogs, lions, and other wildlife.
  • • Take a Nile boat cruise toward the base of Murchison Falls.
  • • Visit the top of Murchison Falls for the park’s signature viewpoint
  • • Enjoy more time in the park and less time on transfer roads.
  • • Add optional hot air balloon safari where available
  • • Travel with us on a premium short safari planned around flights, lodges, airstrip transfers, park timing, and you comfort.

Detailed Itinerary

  • Day 1: Fly from Entebbe or Kajjansi to Murchison Falls National Park

    Your guide from Friendly Gorillas picks you up from your hotel in Kampala or Entebbe and transfers you to Entebbe International Airport or Kajjansi Airstrip for your scheduled domestic flight to the Murchison Falls National park.
    The flight saves you from the long road transfer and gives them a smoother start to the safari. This is the main benefit of choosing the fly-in version, especially for guests with limited time or those who prefer comfort.
    On arrival at the airstrip, your Friendly Gorillas safari guide welcomes you and transfers you to your lodge. Depending on your flight schedule, you may have lunch, relax briefly, then start your first safari activity.
    In the afternoon, you may visit the top of Murchison Falls or enjoy a short game drive, depending on timing and lodge location. The top of the falls gives guests one of Uganda’s most powerful natural views, where the Nile forces through a narrow rocky gap before dropping into the river below.
    Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight stay.

  • Day 2: Morning Game Drive and Nile Boat Cruise

    Wake up early for a morning game drive in Murchison Falls National Park. The early hours give guests better chances of seeing wildlife while the park is cooler and more active.
    Your guide explores selected tracks while looking for giraffes, elephants, buffaloes, antelopes, warthogs, and other savannah wildlife. Lions and leopards may also appear depending on timing, movement, and luck.
    This game drive gives guests the classic Murchison safari experience. They enjoy open landscapes, wildlife movement, riverine scenery, and the feeling of being inside one of Uganda’s most rewarding national parks.
    Return to the lodge for lunch and a short rest.
    In the afternoon, take a Nile boat cruise toward the base of Murchison Falls. This is one of the best activities in the park because many animals spend time along the riverbanks.
    Here, you may see hippos, crocodiles, elephants, buffaloes, waterbirds, and other wildlife near the water. The boat gives calm viewing and strong photography opportunities, especially for guests who enjoy relaxed wildlife observation
    After the boat cruise, return to the lodge for dinner and overnight stay.

  • Day 3: Final Game Drive, Fly Back to Entebbe or Kajjansi

    Wake up early for a final short game drive, or transfer by road for an incredible Ziwa rhino sanctuary tour depending on your flight schedule. This gives guests one more chance to enjoy Murchison Falls wildlife before leaving the park.
    Your guide may focus on areas near the route to the airstrip or lodge location so the morning remains practical and comfortable.
    After the activity, return for breakfast and check out. Your guide transfers you to the airstrip for your scheduled flight back to Entebbe or Kajjansi.
    On arrival, our team transfers you to your hotel in Kampala or Entebbe, or assists with your onward flight plan.
    This marks the end of your 3 Days Murchison Falls National Park Fly-in Safari with Friendly Gorillas Safaris.

Why book this 3 Days Murchison Falls National Park Fly-in Safari

FLEXIBLE CANCELATION

Cancel up to 60 days before departure.

EXPERT LOCAL GUIDES

Only guides with 10+ years of Guiding experience.

NO HIDDEN FEES

All prices are final. No suprises at all.

24/7 SUPPORT

We're always available throughout and after the trip.

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