7 Days Fishing In Murchison Falls National Park
Our 7 Days Fishing In Murchison Falls Safari visits Uganda’s Largest National Park – Murchison Falls National Park. While on this 07 Days Uganda Fishing safari into Murchison Falls you will have the opportunity to fish for the Nile perch – Africa’s largest freshwater fish. You may also opt to add; a game safari, a hike to the top of the falls or even get deeper into the forest cover of the lush Budongo forest for Chimpanzee Tracking.
Murchison falls National Park is undoubtedly the best place to go Fishing in Uganda. Fishing in Murchison is mainly done along the Victoria – Nile River that flows across this safari park. Fishing here can either be done on the shoreline on in a boat. Most of our past clients have done some amazing fishing at the Devil’s Cauldron – the most rewarding fishing spot in Murchison Falls.
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Tour Price Includes: Fishing Permit, Rhino Tracking at Zziwa Sanctuary, 02 Nights Accommodation, Meals, Park Fees, and transportation in a Standard 4×4 Mini Van.
Tour Starts: Entebbe/Kampala
Ends: Entebbe/Kampala
Tour visits: Murchison Falls National Park.
No. of Nights: 06 nights.
Getting around: 4×4 Mini Van. (Upgrades available at EXTRA cost).
BRIEF ITINERARY – DAY BY DAY
Day 01: Arrival into Entebbe.
Day 2: Transfer to Murchison falls National Park.
Day 3 – 5: Full day Fishing in Murchison Falls NP.
Day 6: Full Day Fishing or Optional: Game drives inside the Park.
Day 07: Transfer to Entebbe/Kampala with Optional: Chimpanzee Tracking.
3 Days Murchison Falls Fishing Safari
Day 01: Arrival into Uganda.
You will be met by a Representative from Realm Africa Safaris™ who will transfer you to your accommodation in Entebbe.
Journey time: Airport to your hotel ±10-minutes.
Accommodation:
- Airport Link Guesthouse (budget Option)
- Karibu Guesthouse (Midrange Option)
- Hotel No. 5 (Upmarket Option)
Day 02: Transfer to Murchison Falls Via Zziwa Rhino Sanctuary
Breakfast at your hotel in Entebbe / Kampala; thereafter drive towards Murchison Falls National Park with an en route stop at Zziwa Rhino Sanctuary for Rhino Tracking. Lunch after tracking, and then drive to Murchison Falls National Park arriving at your lodge in time for check-in, dinner, and overnight accommodation.
A little About Rhino Tracking In Uganda
Zziwa Rhino Sanctuary was opened in 2005 by the Rhino Fund Uganda after poachers and civil unrest had claimed the last batch of Rhinos in 1983. The Rhino Sanctuary is a breeding centre of hope for white Rhinos in Uganda. Currently, the Zziwa Sanctuary boasts of over 19 Rhinos many of which were born In Uganda. There is a plan to re-introduce them back to Murchison Falls National Park & far-flung Kidepo Valley National Park. Travelers Tracking Rhinos at Zziwa contribute to the long-term conservation of these endangered animals. Read more…
Accommodation:
- Redchilli Rest Camp (Budget Option).
- Murchison River Lodge (Midrange Option).
- Paraa Safari Lodge (Upmarket Option).
Meal Plan: Lunch en route, and Dinner at the lodge. (NO meals Included for Budget Tour Category).
Day 03 – 5: Full Day Fishing Safaris on the Nile River Inside Murchison Falls NP
For the nest couple of days ( 3 – 5) you will be met after breakfast at your lodge, and you will go for Full day fishing expeditions on the great Nile river. You will spend most of your day fishing at the Devil’s Cauldron – the best fishing spot on the Nile river inside Murchison falls national Park. Depending on how the fish bites, you may change fishing spot on the daily. Fishing locations for your trips will be determined by your local fishing guide.
Remember, Fishing inside Murchison falls National Park operates on a catch and release policy – You can take as many photos with your catch but can’t take it to your hotel as dinner.
OPTIONAL: Top of the Falls Hike – following the Bakers Trail (ADD US$20)
You might opt to hike up to the top of Murchison Falls on a well-built trail in the company of Uganda Wildlife Authority ranger guide. This 5 Km hike can, however, be strenuous so we recommend fair fitness levels for travellers Intending to do this hike. it is also important that you arrange with your driver-guide so he/she can meet you at the top and transfer you back to your lodge.
Read more about the Murchison Falls Hike.
Accommodation:
- Redchilli Rest Camp (Budget Option).
- Murchison River Lodge (Midrange Option).
- Paraa Safari Lodge (Upmarket Option).
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner at the lodge. (NO meals Included for Budget Tour Category).
Day 06: Full day fishing or Optional: game drives inside Murchison falls NP.
today you have two options to choose from; either you spend the entire day Fishing or you spend it on game drives inside the Park. Your local escort guide will help you weigh both options. return to your hotel before sunset.
Day 07: Transfer back to Entebbe/Kampala with an optional; Chimpanzee tracking In Budongo Forest.
This morning will mark the end of your 7 Days Fishing in Murchison Falls Safari with Realm Africa Safaris™.
Breakfast; thereafter check out of your Lodge with all your belongings and ready for a return drive back to Kampala or Entebbe for your return flight back home. You may opt to take part in chimpanzee tracking in Budongo forest which is on your way as you drive to Kampala. ( chimpanzee tracking in Budongo forest will cost an EXTRA $100 per person.
Journey time: ±06-hours. | Accommodation: Not included but we can arrange it at an EXTRA cost.
Optional (costs EXTRA $100pp ): Chimpanzee Tracking in Budongo Forest
If you have some EXTRA time, you may opt to Add-on Chimp Tracking In Budongo Forest Inside Murchison Falls National Park.
Note: If you are interested in Chimpanzee Tracking in Budongo Forest, – Kindly let us know you so we can pre-book this with the relevant authorities. You can’t do this on Last-minute.
Accommodation on Day 07 is NOT included but can be arranged at an EXTRA cost.
Meal Plan: Breakfast Only.
Our standard mode of transportation is Road transport with the use of 4×4 Safari Customized Vans as our standard offering.
Our Vans have an open roof that offers a 360° animal view allowing for photography while on safari.
Our Vans take a maximum of 06 passengers each with the privilege of having a personal window seat.
Our land cruisers come fully air-conditioned with a cool box fully packed with complimentary en route drinks and snacks. The trucks all have large windows and an open roof that offers a 360° animal view allowing for photography while on safari.
BUDGET TOUR
MIDRANGE TOUR
UPMARKET TOUR
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Consider adding some of the following suggestions to your 7 Days Murchison Falls Fishing Safari
- Chimpanzee tracking at Budongo Forest.
- A game drive in Murchison Falls national Park.
- A hike to the top of Falls.
- Delta Cruise in search for the elusive Shoebill stork.
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