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Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary 2025 | Rhino Trekking in Uganda | Best Safari Stopover Visit Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary in 2025 – Uganda's only wild rhino habitat. See endangered white rhinos up close on walking safaris between Kampala & Murchison Falls. Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary – Uganda's Rhino Conservation Success (2025 Update) Location: Nakasongola District (170km from Kampala) Size: 70 sq km Established: 2005 Rhino Population: 38 southern white rhinos (as of June 2025) Best Time to Visit: Year-round (Morning/evening best for sightings) Why Visit Ziwa in 2025? Only place to see wild rhinos in Uganda Critical conservation success story (from 0 to 38 rhinos) Perfect stopover between Kampala & Murchison Falls NP New visitor center opened late 2024 2025 Experiences & Activities 🦏 Rhino Tracking on Foot 2-3 hour guided walks Get within 20m of grazing rhinos Learn individual rhino histories 🐘 Other Wildlife Viewing 300+ bird species Uganda kobs, hartebeests, monkeys πŸ›Ά Boat Cruise on Lugogo Swamp Spot shoebills (best June-August) See rare sitatunga antelopes 🌿 Nature Walks & Birding Guided swamp and savanna walks Specialized birding tours available 2025 Fees & Rates Rhino Tracking: Foreign Non-Residents: $50 Foreign Residents: $40 East Africans: UGX 50,000 Other Activities: Shoebill Boat Cruise: $30 Nature Walk: $20 Night Walk (New in 2025): $35 Where to Stay (2025 Options) On-Site Accommodation: Amuka Lodge (Luxury cottages with pool) Savanna Resort (Mid-range new cabins) Nearby Options: Kabalega Dinners (Budget, 15 mins away) Getting There From Kampala: 3.5 hour drive (170km) From Masindi: 1.5 hour drive GPS Coordinates: 1.3736Β° N, 32.2839Β° E Plan Your Rhino Encounter! Ziwa offers Uganda's most unique wildlife encounter – walking with gentle giants. A must-visit for responsible tourism supporting rhino repopulation Visitor Tips: ⏰ Best Time: 7am or 4pm tours avoid midday heat πŸ‘Ÿ Wear: Comfortable walking shoes & neutral colors πŸ“Έ Photography: Bring zoom lens (no drones allowed) πŸ’š Conservation: $5 from every ticket funds rhino protection Book your 2025 rhino trek today and support this vital conservation effort!

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