Rhino Tracking at Ziwa Sanctuary

Rhino tracking at Ziwa Sanctuary in Nakasongola District, en route to Murchison Falls National Park, is one of Uganda’s unique wildlife experiences, liked by many people.  The sanctuary is the only place where the critically endangered rhinos can be seen.  A guided trek on foot is a rewarding opportunity to see rhinos at close range. Check with Superfine Safaris Limited for a detailed guide to rhino tracking at Ziwa Sanctuary.

1 Day rhino tracking guide

Assemble at the sanctuary reception where you are registered and briefed on the rules, regulations, and safety guidelines of the rhino tracking adventure.  Thereafter, an armed ranger guide will guide on foot trekking through the bushes in search of the critically endangered rhinos. The rhinos are wild creatures that freely roam in the 70 square kilometers of the sanctuary. The trek to see rhinos usually takes roughly 2-3 hours, depending on the location of the endangered rhinos and your hiking speed. You are advised to keep a distance of seven meters away from the rhinos. In addition to rhinos, the sanctuary is also home to other wild animals such as antelopes, waterbucks, plain zebras, Black and white colobus, Aardvark, and birds such as shoebill stork and golden crested crane, among others.

Rules and regulations of Rhino Tracking

The age limit is 15 years. Travelers below 15 years are not allowed to engage in the adventure

1. Keep a distance of seven meters away from the rhinos
2. Do not use flash cameras
3. Trek with an armed ranger guide. You are not allowed to trek alone
4. Do not litter in the sanctuary
5. Do not shout when with the Rhinos
6. Be observant to see Rhinos hiding in the bushes and mud
7. Dress in neural colored clothes
8. Do not touch or feed the rhinos

Cost of Rhino tracking

The cost of rhino tracking at Ziwa is categorized depending on the traveler’s residence. The rates are $50 for foreign non-residents, $45 for foreign residents, and 40,000 shillings for East African citizens. Foreign non-resident children pay $ 25, resident children pay $2, while East African children pay 15000 shillings.  The cost includes entrance and guiding fees.

Where to stay at Ziwa Sanctuary

For overnight stays at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, the popular places for accommodation are Amuka Safari Lodge and Ziwa Rhino Guest House, which offer affordable food and sleeping services to travelers. Superfine Safaris Limited helps you book and reserve your accommodation

What to Bring for Rhino Tracking at Ziwa

To ensure a safe and enjoyable Rhino tracing adventure, travelers are advised to carry

• Closed  shoes  or  hiking boots
• Long pants tucked into the stockings
• Drinking water to keep you energized
• Insect repellent
• Camera with charged batteries
• A walking stick is also highly recommended

How to book a rhino tracking adventure

Contact Superfine Safaris for a customized Rhino tracking tour to Ziwa.  Depending on your available date, we arrange for a day excursion to Ziwa to interact with the critically endangered species.

Rhino tracking add-on activities

In addition to Rhino tracking, travelers have a lot of interesting activities to add to the adventure, making the whole safari more fun and memorable. These include

Game Viewing

Drive to Murchison Falls National Park to enjoy spectacular wildlife viewing in the pen savannahs of the Park. Guided game drives in the northern sector of the park offer you a chance to see various wild animals such as Lions, Elephants, Buffalo, Giraffes, Waterbuck, Topis, Elands and Uganda kobs, among others. Murchison Falls National Park is Uganda’s oldest and largest National park, sheltering a high concentration of wild animals

Boat cruising

A launch cruise to the bottom of Murchison Falls is a must-do for everyone in Murchison Falls National Park. Observe how the strong Nile waters squeeze through the small, narrow gorge of 7 meters, dropping 43 meters down into the devil’s cauldron. The banks of the river shelter animals like crocodiles, hippos, and various birds, which you will see.

Bird watching

Murchison Falls National Park is home to over 450 bird species, which makes it a paradise for birders. Birding in Murchison Falls National Park exposes you to various birds in the park, such as Black headed Lapwing, Red-throated Bee-eater, Abyssinian Ground Hornbill, Rock Pranticole, Malachite Kingfisher, African Darter, African Fish Eagle, Osprey, African Jacana, Silverbird bird and Giant Kingfisher, among others. January to March is the best time for Bird watching in Murchison Falls National Park

Other activities to do in Murchison Falls National Park include nature walks, community tours, scenic viewing, chimpanzee trekking in Budongo Forest, and camping, among others.  Contact Superfine Safaris Limited for a customized Rhino tracking and Murchison Falls Tour at affordable rates