Overview
Discover Uganda’s most captivating waterfalls on a scenic journey that blends adventure, culture, and natural wonder. Begin at Sezibwa Falls, steeped in Buganda legend and surrounded by tranquil forest. Continue to Itanda Falls near Jinja, where the Nile roars through wild rapids—perfect for white-water rafting. Pause at the Source of the Nile for a peaceful boat ride and historical reflection. Head east to Sipi Falls, a trio of stunning cascades nestled in Mount Elgon’s foothills, offering breathtaking hikes and coffee tours. Conclude at Murchison Falls National Park, where the Nile explodes through a narrow gorge in a thunderous display, surrounded by rich wildlife.
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Early morning at 7:30am after your breakfast our guide will pick you up from your booked Hotel in Entebbe/Kampala to transfer to Sipi Falls via Jinja town with an enroute visit to Ssezibwa Falls and The Source of the Nile. We arrive at Sezibwa Falls after 1 hour’s drive from Kampala/Entebbe. Have 1 hour walk at these cultural grounds and enjoy the beautiful waterfalls and lush scenery
After the Sezibwa Falls tour get back on the road and continue to Jinja for you’re the visit to the Source of the Nile and have lunch. At the Source of the Nile we shall have a 1 hour boat ride on the Nile to Source of the Nile monument, enjoy nice views across Lake Victoria. Thereafter we shall have a lunch stop before we continue our journey to Sipi Falls. Upon arrival to Sipi, we check in our booked lodge situated at a scenic point overlooking the magnificent falls. This evening we can opt to head out for an optional Coffee Tour. This “life style of coffee” tour takes you through the local coffee garden to learn about how coffee is grown, harvested and then continue to see how it is locally processed.
After this adventurous day we shall retire at our booked lodge for dinner and overnight night stay.
This morning after breakfast we shall gear up for the hike to Sipi Falls. The trek to each of the 3 waterfalls covers an approximately 7km trail and can be covered in 3 hours on average. Each of the waterfalls offers unique experience. Along the trail you access wonderful views of the Mt. Elgon slopes and panoramic views of the distant Karamoja plains. Depending on your preference, there is a thrilling optional activity; abseiling at Sipi falls via the last waterfall which is also the biggest or longest falling 100 meters, this thrilling abseiling adventure drops just 5 meters from the falls giving you shall a typical adrenaline experience.
After this adventurous experience we descend Sipi Falls and have our lunch at Lodge then later embark on a drive to Jinja. Upon arrival we check in Living Waters Resort for relaxation, dinner and overnight stay.
Early morning after breakfast we will transfer to the white water rafting briefing point, here you will receive the pre-raft guidelines before being transferred to the Nile for the adventure. Make your choice between grade 3, grad 4 or grade 5 rapids and begin your adventure. The Rafting itself will last between 2 to 4 hours with served lunch. After this adventure we shall visit the neighboring Itanda falls for sightseeing shortly after which we shall transfer back to our Lodge for an evening relaxation, later dinner and overnight stay.
Early morning after breakfast we embark on drive from Jinja to Murhison Falls National Park with an enroute Lunch and Visit to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary. At Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary we shall have an opportunity to track these rhinos up close and in person to tick off our first Big Five game checklist. We then leave the sanctuary and proceed to Murchison Falls National Park with our first visit to the top of The Might Murchison Falls. We later continue into the park to check in Tilenga Safari Lodge for relaxation and later Dinner and overnight stay.
Early morning, we head out for an early morning game drive in Murchison Falls National Park. We explore the game trails towards the Lake Albert delta where big game such as the Elephants, Buffaloes, Giraffes, and many Antelopes are seen. Murchison falls is the main stronghold in Africa for Rothschild Giraffes. The game drive will last for approximately 3 hours before return to the lodge for breakfast. Back at the lodge there is some time to relax and later enjoy your lunch. After lunch, take a Launch trip to the bottom of the mighty exciting falls, an amazing 3 hours boat ride along the Nile that will be rewarding with sightings of various animals that include hippos, crocodiles, elephants and a vast array of birds including the rare shoebill stork, lounging on the banks of the Nile. Upon reaching the bottom of the falls, you will have a chance to take amazing photos of the mighty roaring falls from a distance then later cruise back to Paraa ferry point where our guide will be waiting for you to transfer you to our accommodation for dinner and overnight stay
Enjoy a lazy wakeup at the Lodge, have your breakfast the checkout Pakuba Safar Lodge to bid farewell to Murchison Falls National Park. We embark on a road drive back to Entebbe/ Kampala with an enroute game drive while we exit the Park We will have a lunch stop along the way before arriving to Kampala/Entebbe where our Driver/ Safari Guide will drop you off at your own booked Hotel in Entebbe/Kampala or the Airport for your departure Flight to mark the end of our 6 Day Magical Uganda
Includes/ Excludes
Cost Includes
- 5 Nights’ Accommodation on full board basis (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
- Transportation in a Pop-roof 4×4 Safari Vehicle with unlimited mileage
- All Park Entry Fees
- Fuel
- All Meals as stated in the daily meal plan
- Service of an English-speaking guide/ driver
- Drinking water on board
- All Mentioned Activities
- All Taxes
Cost Excludes
- Visa fees
- Accommodation in Kampala/ Entebbe
- International Flights
- Drinks/Beverages
- Optional Activities
