Conservation · Walking · Wildlife
Rhino Tracking
Join an on-foot rhino tracking experience at Ziwa Sanctuary in Uganda. The sanctuary visit is included in selected wildlife and primate itineraries and offers a different setting for observing rhinos.
Rhino Tracking
Join an on-foot rhino tracking experience at Ziwa Sanctuary in Uganda. The sanctuary visit is included in selected wildlife and primate itineraries and offers a different setting for observing rhinos.
The experience
Rhino tracking is done on foot with rangers, which is an entirely different experience from watching one from a vehicle. In Uganda it takes place at the Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, the country’s reintroduced southern white rhino population, and it is a common stop en route to Murchison Falls.
In Kenya, rhino tracking and rhino-focused conservation activities run at conservancies including Lewa, Ol Pejeta and Solio, where both black and white rhino are closely monitored.
Because these are managed conservation populations, tracking is arranged through the sanctuary or conservancy and is subject to their rules on the day.
What to expect
Expect a briefing, then a walk with armed rangers and trackers who know where the animals were last located. Ground is generally flat but can be thick, and approaches are made quietly and at a controlled distance.
Minimum ages apply and group sizes are limited. Conservation fees usually form part of the activity cost and go towards protection of the population.
Who it suits
- Travellers who want a conservation-focused activity on foot
- Guests travelling towards Murchison Falls or staying in Kenya’s rhino conservancies
Where to experience it
The destinations in our catalogue where this runs. Open one for its landscapes, places to stay and the journeys that include it.
In pictures
Scenes from the destinations and camps connected to this experience.
Journeys featuring this experience
Itineraries in our collection that already build this in. Each one sets out its destinations, transfers, stays and inclusions.
- From $2,080
- Per Person Sharing
- 4 Days
Murchison Falls National Park offers a powerful introduction to the diverse landscapes of Uganda. This journey moves from the.
Destinations:
Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary | Murchison Falls National Park | Entebbe
- From $8,700
- Per Person Sharing
- 9 Days
Uganda’s diverse landscapes come alive in this comprehensive expedition across the country’s premier national parks. The journey connects the.
Destinations:
Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary | Murchison Falls National Park | Kibale Forest National Park | Queen Elizabeth National Park | Bwindi Impenetrable Forest (Rushaga Sector)
Places to stay nearby
Camps, lodges and hotels close enough to make this straightforward to arrange around your other plans.
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Timing and arrangements
Available year round. Drier months make tracking on foot easier underfoot. Confirm the activity against your chosen route, as it depends on staying within reach of the sanctuary or conservancy.
How long to allow: Guided tracking on foot, typically half day
Check the activity, location, season and inclusions against your chosen itinerary. An experience described here is not automatically included in every safari.
Before you book
The details that help you decide whether this belongs in your itinerary.
Is this included in every safari?
No. Check your chosen itinerary and final proposal. Optional activities, separate excursions and local operator arrangements should be confirmed before you book.
Where can I arrange rhino tracking?
The linked destinations below show the places supported by JohnBow’s existing catalogue for this experience. Tell us which destination and dates you are considering so we can confirm the actual activity, operator and inclusions.
How long should I allow?
Guided tracking on foot, typically half day. Check how the activity fits with your accommodation, other excursions and transfers when planning the day.
How do I add it to my itinerary?
Mention this experience in your enquiry, together with your dates, party size and chosen route. We will discuss the relevant programme and make its inclusions clear in the proposal.