Discover the perfect blend of thrill and nature with this 5 Days Jinja Adventure and Murchison Falls National Park Safari. This trip offers the best of Uganda’s top adventure capital – Jinja, along with thrilling wildlife safaris in Murchison Falls National Park, home to the Mighty Nile River and the world’s most powerful waterfall.
Whether you’re looking to go white-water rafting on the Nile, enjoy breathtaking scenery, or encounter the Big Five, this tour is packed with unforgettable moments and activities perfect for couples, groups, and solo travelers.
White-water rafting or kayaking on the River Nile in Jinja
Visit the historic Source of the Nile
Scenic road trip through Uganda’s lush countryside
Game drives and boat cruises in Murchison Falls National Park
View the dramatic Murchison Falls from both top and bottom
Track wildlife including lions, elephants, giraffes, hippos, crocodiles, leopards
Optional visit to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary
The Nile is a major north-flowing river in northeastern Africa. It flows into the Mediterranean Sea. The longest river in Africa, it has historically been considered the longest river in the world, though this has been contested by research suggesting that the Amazon River is slightly longer. About 6,650 km (4,130 mi) long, its drainage basin covers eleven countries: Tanzania, Uganda, Rwanda, Burundi, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Kenya, Ethiopia, Eritrea, South Sudan, Republic of the Sudan, and Egypt. In particular, the Nile is the primary water source of Egypt and Sudan. Additionally, the Nile is an important economic river, supporting agriculture and fishing.
This tour starts at Entebbe Airport and ends in Murchison Falls National Park. You’ll visit Source of the Nile, Entebbe Airport, Murchison Falls National Park, Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, the famous Luwero Triangle via Masindi town, and waterfalls. Activities: water rafting, bird watching, game drive, walks, boat ride, hiking.
June to September & December to February – Dry seasons and best wildlife viewing
March to May & October to November – Green season with fewer tourists and lush scenery
Light and neutral-colored clothing
Sturdy shoes for hiking and rafting
Sunscreen, hat, and insect repellent
Waterproof bags for camera and electronics
Personal medication and toiletries
Can this tour be customized for groups or families?
Yes, we can tailor the itinerary for families, couples, or larger groups with child-friendly lodges and alternate activities.
Is white-water rafting safe?
Absolutely! Rafting in Jinja is done by professional operators with certified safety equipment.
Is it possible to upgrade to luxury lodges?
Yes. Options include Paraa Safari Lodge, Chobe Safari Lodge, and Nile Safari Lodge.
Can I do this tour starting from Entebbe Airport?
Yes, pickups and drop-offs can be arranged from either Kampala or Entebbe.
Get ready for the perfect combination of adrenaline and wildlife! This 5 Days Jinja Adventure and Murchison Falls National Park safari delivers unforgettable memories in Uganda’s most iconic locations. Inquire now for the latest rates, group offers, and custom itineraries.
You will be picked up by our representative driver guide from the Entebbe International Airport today morning and transferred through Kampala to Jinja. As you drive past Kampala to Jinja, if time allows you will visit the Ssezibwa Falls. The falls are a favorite place of rest and healing for the Kabakas (Kings) of the Buganda Kingdom – it is still a place where people come to seek the old ways.
Main Destination: Jinja (Town)
Meals & Drinks:
Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
After a hearty breakfast, you will be dropped off at the base where you will experience one of the many adventures Jinja and the Nile have to offer. Today is going to be about adrenaline and a real adventure! Prepare to get wet and wild as you go rafting! After rafting, you will return to Kampala for dinner and overnight.
Main Destination: Jinja (Town)
Meals & Drinks:
All meals included
Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
After breakfast, embark on an adventure driving northwest through the famous Luwero Triangle via Masindi Town. You will be met with Uganda’s beautiful sights and sounds. You will view the different cultures, behaviors, and the ways of the diverse tribes in Uganda. You will see their standards of living and the various activities they engage in. You will also see Uganda’s beautiful scenery and the vast wealth of green savannah across large areas. En-route, you will visit Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary where you get to track the Rhinos.
Main Destination: Murchison Falls National Park
Meals & Drinks:
All meals included
Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
You will have a morning game drive on the Northern bank. Here you may be able to spot lions, giraffes, elephants, Uganda Kobs, among others. Return to the lodge for breakfast and lunch. After lunch, a three-hour boat trip along the Nile gives an assured chance to see and take in the breath-taking view of the thick aggressive waterfalls thrust their force on the rocks at the foot of the waterfall. Hippos, crocodiles, antelopes, and aquatic birds can be seen along the shores of the river. For those who trust in their good level of fitness, you will get off the boat and take a hike to the top of the falls. This historic site can only be reached from the south bank. From the top of the falls, there are fantastic advantage points that the falls can be viewed from and photographed. It’s really a spectacular scene.
Main Destination: Murchison Falls National Park
Meals & Drinks:
All meals included
Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
You will depart Murchison falls national park and will be dropped at the airport in time for your flight back home.
Rate per person sharing in a double/ twin room in luxury accommodation $1,495(2 pax) $1,280(4 pax) $1,235(6 pax)
Rate per person sharing in a double / twin room in mid range accommodation $1,330(2 pax) $1,115(4 pax) $1,065(6 pax)
Rate per person sharing in a double/ twin room in budget accommodation $1,065(2 pax) $850(4 pax) $800(6 pax).
Main Destination: No major destination visited
Accommodation: No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
Meals at own expense
Drinks not included
Important to Know
Rates Per Person
$1,676 per person when 2 persons travel together
$1,676 per person when 3 persons travel together
$1,394 per person when 4 persons travel together
$1,394 per person when 5 persons travel together
$1,262 per person when 6 persons travel together
*n/a = not available. This tour is unavailable for solo travelers.
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