6-Day Murchison Falls & Lake Mburo Adventure

Published by Andrew on October 26, 2026

6-Day Murchison Falls & Lake Mburo Adventure

Overview

Discover Uganda’s incredible wildlife on this 6-day safari through Murchison Falls and Lake Mburo National Parks. Along the way, enjoy exciting game drives to spot elephants, giraffes, lions and buffaloes. You will also cruise along the Nile to the spectacular Murchison Falls before exploring Lake Mburo’s zebras, impalas and elands. With scenic countryside drives, comfortable lodges and guided wildlife experiences, this adventure offers an unforgettable taste of Uganda.

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Entebbe – Transfer to Murchison Falls National Park

Our driver-guide will welcome you at Entebbe International Airport or your hotel before we begin our journey north to Murchison Falls National Park. Along the way, enjoy Uganda’s changing landscapes and rural scenery. If you wish, we can stop at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for an optional rhino-tracking experience at an additional cost. Afterwards, continue to the park and check in at your lodge, where you can relax and prepare for the adventure ahead.

Main destination: Murchison Falls National Park
Accommodation: Pakuba Safari Lodge
Meals: Lunch and dinner

Day 2: Game Drive and Nile Boat Cruise

After an early breakfast, we will head out for a game drive across the northern savannah plains. Here, you may encounter elephants, lions, giraffes, buffaloes and various antelope species. Following lunch, enjoy a relaxing boat cruise along the Victoria Nile towards the base of Murchison Falls. Along the riverbanks, look out for hippos, crocodiles and water birds. Finally, witness the Nile forcing its way through a narrow rocky gorge, creating one of Uganda’s most spectacular natural sights.

Main destination: Murchison Falls National Park
Accommodation: Pakuba Safari Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 3: Murchison Falls – Transfer to Lake Mburo National Park

After breakfast, enjoy the park’s beautiful scenery before beginning the journey south to Lake Mburo National Park. As we travel, you will pass rural communities, rolling hills and expansive farmland, offering a glimpse into everyday life in Uganda. We will make suitable breaks along the way before arriving at Lake Mburo. Upon arrival, check in at your lodge and unwind in the peaceful surroundings.

Main destinations: Murchison Falls National Park and Lake Mburo National Park
Accommodation: Rwakobo Rock
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 4: Lake Mburo Game Drive and Boat Safari

After breakfast, explore Lake Mburo National Park on a guided game drive. As we travel through its open grasslands and acacia woodlands, look out for zebras, impalas, elands, giraffes and buffaloes. Later in the afternoon, head to Lake Mburo for a boat safari. Along the way, you may spot hippos, crocodiles and a variety of water birds. After this rewarding wildlife experience, return to Rwakobo Rock for dinner and a relaxing evening.

Main destination: Lake Mburo National Park
Accommodation: Rwakobo Rock
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 5: Walking Safari and Wildlife Discovery

Begin the day with an optional guided walking safari, offering a closer connection with Lake Mburo’s natural environment. Accompanied by a ranger, discover animal tracks, birds, plants and other fascinating details often missed during a vehicle safari. Afterwards, enjoy a relaxed game drive or spend some time appreciating the lodge’s scenic surroundings. Alternatively, you can arrange a night game drive at an additional cost, subject to availability.

Main destination: Lake Mburo National Park
Accommodation: Rwakobo Rock
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 6: Lake Mburo – Equator Stop – Entebbe

After breakfast, bid farewell to Lake Mburo and begin your return journey to Entebbe. Along the way, stop at the Uganda Equator crossing in Kayabwe, where you can take memorable photographs, browse local craft shops and enjoy a short break. Afterwards, continue to Entebbe International Airport or your preferred drop-off point. Your safari concludes with wonderful memories of Uganda’s wildlife, landscapes and hospitality.

Main destination: Entebbe
Accommodation: Not included
Meals: Breakfast and lunch