A trip to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary can be arranged as a day trip from Kampala, or as a highlight of the transfer drive between the city and Murchison Falls. The sanctuary is located on a 7,000 hectare reserve, and is the headquarters of Rhino Fund Uganda, who have established a successful breeding program with a longterm view of relocating the rhino back into protected areas within Uganda. Approaching rhino on foot is a awe-inspiring experience, as your guides and trackers get you to a position where you can watch the rhino up-close without affecting their movements. Depending on the behaviour and mood of the animals on the day, the overall activity (including time to locate them) is around 1.5-2.5 hours. Other wildlife can be seen in the reserve too – keep a look out for Ugandan kob, bushbuck and waterbuck.
