Uganda Wildlife Safari
Murchison Falls and Queen Elizabeth without primates
Your Route
Entebbe → Murchison Falls → Queen Elizabeth → Entebbe
Route Details
Murchison Falls National Park
Murchison Falls
Uganda's largest park with dramatic waterfalls and Nile wildlife.
Highlights
- Murchison Falls - Nile forced through 7m gap
- Nile boat cruise to falls base
- Rothschild giraffe and elephants
- Chimpanzee tracking at Budongo Forest
Queen Elizabeth National Park
Queen Elizabeth
Diverse ecosystems with tree-climbing lions and Kazinga Channel.
Highlights
- Tree-climbing lions in Ishasha sector
- Kazinga Channel boat safari
- Crater lakes and volcanic landscape
- Excellent bird diversity
A Typical Day
Sample from Murchison Falls National Park
5:30–6:30
Early game drive on north bank
7:00–12:00
Extended drive for big game
12:00–15:00
Lunch at lodge
15:00–18:00
Boat cruise to falls base
18:00–21:00
Hike to falls top for sunset
Activities
Included Activities
Optional (additional cost)
Is This Right for You?
Best for
Budget-conscious safari seekers, those saving gorilla money for later, families wanting affordable Africa, and travelers seeking less-crowded parks.
Not ideal for
Those wanting gorillas, luxury seekers, or travelers uncomfortable with basic roads.
Trade-offs
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Best Time to Go
Dry Season
Best game viewing, roads in good condition
Short Dry
Good wildlife, green landscapes
Why This Itinerary Works
Every Vurara Safaris itinerary reflects specific trade-offs. Here is the reasoning behind this route:
8 days balances depth at each location against travel fatigue. Shorter trips sacrifice wildlife time; longer trips face diminishing returns.
Segment order minimizes backtracking and positions high-density wildlife areas at optimal points in the journey.
Mid-range tier balances comfort with value. Private guiding available; camps offer quality without premium positioning.
Budget-conscious safari seekers, those saving gorilla money for later, families wanting affordable Africa, and travelers seeking less-crowded parks.
Why each segment was chosen:
Murchison Falls National Park
Location selected for wildlife density, logistical efficiency, and alignment with stated priorities.
Queen Elizabeth National Park
Location selected for wildlife density, logistical efficiency, and alignment with stated priorities.
These decisions are not arbitrary. They reflect documented trade-offs from thousands of safari conversations.
How Vurara Safaris makes decisionsCustomization Options
Accommodation Options
Travel Modes
Available Extensions
Bwindi Gorilla Extension
Add gorilla trekking from Queen Elizabeth
Lake Mburo
Add walking safaris en route to Entebbe
Cost Context
$3,000–$6,000/pp
Per person estimate
This cost band represents typical per-person pricing for this itinerary pattern. Actual costs vary based on accommodation tier, travel mode, season, and party size.
Excluding international flights
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