Guided Safari to Murchison Falls from Masindi
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Guided Safari to Murchison Falls from Masindi
By Murchison Backpackers Safaris
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Lowest price guaranteeFree cancellation
Ages 4-55
Duration: 2 days
Start time: Check availability
Mobile ticket
Meets animal welfare guidelines
Live guide: English
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- All Fees and Taxes
- 4x4 Safari Van
- Entry/Admission - Murchison Falls National Park
- Entry/Admission - Waterfall Cruises - Murchison Falls
What's not included- Meals
- Start:Multiple pickup locations offered.
- Murchison Backpackers, Kampala-Masindi, Masindi, UgandaReport at the hostel reception.
Hotel pickup offeredDuring checkout you will be able to select from the list of included hotels.End:This activity ends back at the meeting point. - Near public transportation
- Not wheelchair accessible
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 262523P2- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Most travellers can participate
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
- If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 262523P2
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- K8374ZSneilb0 contributionsMurchison Backpackers and JuliusThe trip to Murchison Falls through Murchison Backpackers was amazing!! It was super easy to book with them and make sure you ask for Julius to be your guide/driver. Julius is wonderful.Written 31 May 2024
- S3064HWtobiass0 contributionsBreathtaking experience!I had an unforgettable experience led by the really knowledgeable guide Joe! He had so many information to share cause he’s doing it for over a decade now! He knew all the paths the chimps are gonna take and gave me incredible insights into the life of a chimpanzee family! Highly recommended!Written 7 December 2023
- clemento4910 contributionsGreat Tour ExperienceThe tour experience was amazing it really exceeded my expectations. I was in Kruger National Park last year and I did see a lot more animals, however the combination of a Game Drive, Boat Ride along the Nile and Hike up Murchison Falls took the cake for me. I would definitely recommend the whole package especially if you have been on Safari before.Written 4 October 2023
- Xavier L0 contributionsA must experience!!We saw around 15 chimps, the guide was really good, with excellent knowledge and takinf care of the animals all the time. We spent one hour with themWritten 6 August 2023
- F9708ITmelaniet0 contributionsMagical experienceThe experience was very unique and much more than I expected. Nicholas was our guide and we really enjoyed his calm, friendly and careful guiding. He introduced us well and we could ask many questions. It was very magical to be so close to the chimpanzees and watch them having their breakfast. What I liked most is, that this forest ist very lonely and they make sure it is not overcrowded with tourists and the chimpanzees are not disturbed!Written 1 August 2023
- Vrohnie0 contributionsIncredilble!We had a great adventure with our Guide Nicholas and Theo the ranger. After 10mins in the incredilble wild forest they noticed the Chimpanzees an we quickly followed the noise. And then we saw some on the path, one really close to us and many at the trees! Just amazing ❤️Written 31 July 2023
- bethanyl9820 contributionsChimpanzee TrekI had a great time! The guides were very knowledgeable. We found the chimpanzees pretty quickly and also enjoyed just taking in all the views. Would advise wearing shoes that can get muddy.Written 22 May 2023
- Jule F0 contributionsGreat TripVery friendly guide and organisation on the Phone. The guide drove with me to the Market and Bank, because I had to buy some things. Even dropped me at the Sanctuary (for extra cost) in the evening. The Trip was nice, easy walk along the Falls, great views. The boatride was great too, saw a lot of animals.. Would recommend.Written 31 March 2021
- WonderAway0 contributionsAwesome memories for a budget wise safari into Murchison Falls NPMurchison Falls is an extraordinary park definitely worth visiting! Waterfalls, cruise and animal seeing make this experience unforgettable! Murchison backpacker agency organized a one day trip into the park. I would recommend at least two days to enjoy in properly with one night in one of the park lodges, but if you are in a rush or budget tight, then one day is perfect. We went for the waterfalls and the game drive. Everything was well organized and quite affordable thanks to May's efforts to help us budget wise. Nicolas is an awesome driver / guide, he is very friendly and he knows all about the park flaura and fauna! I would definitely recommend going with Nicolas and Murchison Backpacker agency :)Written 28 February 2021
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Hemy E
10 contributions
Apr 2021 • Friends
My friends and I had a fun safari tour with our guide Nicholas! The falls are really cool and powerful, and on the boat cruise down the Nile heading to the Falls, we were able to see hippos, and crocodiles, as well as beautiful birds. We stayed at the Student's Center, right in the park, which was very affordable and great for budget travellers, so we were able to do a little bit of a game drive towards the end of the day. In the morning, we headed on a game drive and saw a lot of animals. It was an incredible experience!
I definitely recommend booking your trip to Murchison Falls with Murchison Backpackers.
I definitely recommend booking your trip to Murchison Falls with Murchison Backpackers.
Written 19 April 2021
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Hi Hemye. Thank you for sharing your feedback regarding your tour! We’re glad that you had a fantastic experience at Murchison Falls National Park. We’d be happy to serve you again with the same awesomeness next time you or your friends visit.
Written 9 June 2021
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Guillermex
Yucatan Peninsula, Mexico1 contribution
Sept 2023 • Solo
I took the 2-day option, which included a sunset game drive, sunrise game drive, boat trip on the Nile river and a hike to the falls. Impressive views, I saw so many different animals: giraffes, antelopes, a lioness, birds, hippos, elephants, baboons, buffalos, warthogs. Entire tour was organized very smoothly. The guides were knowledgeable and willing to find animals! Totally recommended.
Written 9 September 2023
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We’re so happy to read about your experience. Our Safari team works very hard to keep our customers happy, but we can only do it thanks to your support and reviews like this. Thanks again for choosing us! We hope you can visit again in the future. It was nice to know you.
Written 8 October 2023
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Zaara M
7 contributions
May 2023 • Family
We had a great trip to Murchison Fall Park. Day 1 involved 1. a walk to the top and bottom of the Falls, 2. a long river boat ride where we saw hippos, Crocs, elephants, monkeys, warthogs, and many other animals 3. a sunset game drive Overnight in the UWA camp which had good rooms with private bathroom. Day 2 involved a sunrise game drive until late morning. During the game drives we saw elephants, many giraffes, a couple of lions. Really friendly and informative guide called Nicholas
Written 3 May 2023
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Thank you so much Zaara for taking the time to leave us a detailed review and great photos, as well as a 5-star rating – it’s much appreciated!
Written 4 May 2023
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hanno
Cascais, Portugal1 contribution
We took a 24h guided Safari with Nicholas from Murchison Backpackers and it has overall been a beautiful experience. Murchison Backpackers is an excellent stay (with pool!) and Nicholas a very experienced, kind, knowledgeable, calm and well-organised guide. Highly recommended!
Written 6 January 2023
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We truly appreciate that you've taken time off your schedule to write and let the world know about us, we are very thankful for this.
Best wishes!
Written 8 January 2023
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Joelle R
2 contributions
Oct 2021
amazing guide - would definitely recommend !
me and a group of 9 friends had a dream to travel together. Nicolas helped us coordinate all of our schedules so that we could be in Morchinson falls together.
He was super informative, friendly, kind and was super patient.
we had an incredible experience thanks to Nicolas great attitude and positive smile.
me and a group of 9 friends had a dream to travel together. Nicolas helped us coordinate all of our schedules so that we could be in Morchinson falls together.
He was super informative, friendly, kind and was super patient.
we had an incredible experience thanks to Nicolas great attitude and positive smile.
Written 31 October 2021
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Thank you for the tremendous comments Joelle, you've really spiced and scented my job by writing such a review, I am humbled! Do come back again.
Written 11 November 2021
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andreacecchi
La Spezia, Italy3 contributions
Feb 2022 • Solo
Nicholas has been a super professional guide and driver. He explained me in detail every aspect of the safari and the animal. Lots of interesting facts and tips
Has been very careful about my needs overall. Value for money has been a GREAT tour. Thanks Nicholas I hope to see you next time!
Has been very careful about my needs overall. Value for money has been a GREAT tour. Thanks Nicholas I hope to see you next time!
Written 10 February 2022
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Thank you so much Andrea for this great review and wonderful words of recommendation. I'm very happy to know that you enjoyed your Safari and sure, see you next time!
Written 19 July 2022
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Emily A
Milton Keynes, UK9 contributions
Jan 2023 • Friends
We had such an awesome safari experience! May and her colleagues at murchison backpackers were lovely and helpful, and our guide Nicholas was great. We were really lucky and saw so many animals. Overall it was a really special experience that I wouldn't hesitate to recommend.
Written 31 January 2023
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Dear Emily, we’re so grateful and appreciate you taking the time to share your rating with us. It was such a pleasure hosting you all and we're glad that you had a wonderful Safari experience. Thank you again!
Written 4 May 2023
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jas125
Mumbai, India12 contributions
I went on a 2-day Safari to Murchison Falls National Park, organised by Murchison Backpackers.
I emailed Murchison Backpackers as they had been recommended in the Lonely Planet guide for East Africa. Nicholas reverted with reasonable pricing for both group and solo safaris, with customisation options, and then proceeded to patiently answer my multiple queries. As there was no one else joining on my dates, I opted for a solo safari.
The safari was impeccably organised with an experienced forest ranger accompanying me as guide in a safari vehicle with a pop-up roof. The package included a hike to the top of the falls, a boat cruise to the falls and evening and morning game drives. The experience of Kwezi, the guide, really made a difference on the game drive - he knew the best places for sightings and we ended up seeing quite a few animals including lions at very close range. He even showed me a lion sleeping on a tree in the distance - a rare sighting. Accommodation was arranged in a popular camp near the boat jetty/Paraa bridge.
Overall a very good experience. Highly recommended!
I emailed Murchison Backpackers as they had been recommended in the Lonely Planet guide for East Africa. Nicholas reverted with reasonable pricing for both group and solo safaris, with customisation options, and then proceeded to patiently answer my multiple queries. As there was no one else joining on my dates, I opted for a solo safari.
The safari was impeccably organised with an experienced forest ranger accompanying me as guide in a safari vehicle with a pop-up roof. The package included a hike to the top of the falls, a boat cruise to the falls and evening and morning game drives. The experience of Kwezi, the guide, really made a difference on the game drive - he knew the best places for sightings and we ended up seeing quite a few animals including lions at very close range. He even showed me a lion sleeping on a tree in the distance - a rare sighting. Accommodation was arranged in a popular camp near the boat jetty/Paraa bridge.
Overall a very good experience. Highly recommended!
Written 20 September 2022
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Dear Jas, thank you so much for taking the time to write this wonderfully detailed excerpt from your Safari at Murchison Falls National Park. We are benefiting a lot from being meticulous in our trip planning and appreciate all you've said about our service, Kwezi was beaming when he read your review, thank you once again and we look forward to hosting you in the future. Greetings from all of us!
Written 26 December 2022
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MarkusW
12 contributions
Aug 2022 • Solo
Had a great time and saw more than I thought - it was just amazing! Wonderful views at the beautiful landscape and the many wild animals in the area! I have been lucky, saw a lot of elefants and giraffes, but with a lot of help of my very helpful guide (thanks Kwezi) also a few lions and even a leopard! Boat cruise was also fun!
Written 4 September 2022
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Thank you so much for this wonderful and descriptive review. We all appreciate you very much and wish you all the best.
Written 26 December 2022
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Iam L
London, UK4 contributions
Jun 2022 • Solo
The Murschion backpackers team did a great job at organising my trip as a solo traveller in June 2022. Though my booking was very last minute, May made it seamless and easy. They were sure to accommodate my requests no matter the time of day.
The itinerary is well planned out and they provide a variety of additional extras such as Ziwa Rhino sanctuary, birdwatching and chimpanzee trekking. My driver/guide Nicholas was spectacular, he made me feel welcome and ensured that I wanted for nothing throughout the trip.
I have never in my life been lost for words, but over my 2-day adventure, I was able to visit Ziwa Rhino sanctuary, take a 3-hour cruise along the Nile, and do a safari in Murschion falls national park. During my trip, Nicholas went the extra mile to ensure that I had an amazing experience so much so I was lucky enough to see the big 5. I managed to get up close and personal to a leopard in all its splendour, on an early morning drive.
I would 1000% recommend Murschion Backpackers to anyone looking for a budget-friendly, well-planned trip .
The itinerary is well planned out and they provide a variety of additional extras such as Ziwa Rhino sanctuary, birdwatching and chimpanzee trekking. My driver/guide Nicholas was spectacular, he made me feel welcome and ensured that I wanted for nothing throughout the trip.
I have never in my life been lost for words, but over my 2-day adventure, I was able to visit Ziwa Rhino sanctuary, take a 3-hour cruise along the Nile, and do a safari in Murschion falls national park. During my trip, Nicholas went the extra mile to ensure that I had an amazing experience so much so I was lucky enough to see the big 5. I managed to get up close and personal to a leopard in all its splendour, on an early morning drive.
I would 1000% recommend Murschion Backpackers to anyone looking for a budget-friendly, well-planned trip .
Written 15 July 2022
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Lavinnah … we didn't anticipate such an amazingly descriptive review so you can imagine how we felt when we all read your review, Thank you! Even being last-minute, you made it so easy to plan your trip and we are joyful that you returned home with lovely stories to tell and some time to spare to share your experience here with our future guests. Thank you so much, and we can't wait to pull out all the stops when you return with your family. Warm greetings from us; May, Nicholas and the rest of the team. x
Written 19 July 2022
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