Guide to Murchison Falls National Park

Formally known as Kabalega National Park, Murchison Falls is Uganda’s oldest and largest National Park located in North Western Uganda. The Park spreads over 3,840 square kilometers of Land comprised of Budongo Forest, Bugungu Wildlife Reserve and Karuma Wildlife Safari. Murchison Falls National Park is known to shelter a high concentration of wild animals both grazers and predators. The Park was called after a mighty Murchison Falls in the heart of the Park. Bulisa, Masindi, Kiryandongo and Nwoya districts share Murchison Falls National park. Vegetation in Murchison Falls National Park include savannahs, forests, and swamps which favor the habitation of various wild animals and birds. African Apes Holidays offers you guide to Murchison Falls National Park.

The top things to see and do in Murchison Falls National park

1. Game Viewing

Game viewing is the number one travel experience done in Murchison Falls National Park. Game drives especially to the northern sector of the park offer you great views of numerous wild animals feeding, interacting and resting in the wilderness. Early morning game drives is a chance to meet early risers and nocturnal animals returning from night hunts while evening game drives offer you chance to meet various animals feeding before retiring for the night. Among the animals to see in Murchison Falls National Park include four of the big five game, Elephants, Lions, Leopards, Buffalos, Grey duiker, Jackson’s hartebeest, Oribis, crocodiles, Giraffes, Hippos, waterbucks, Warthogs, Uganda Kobs, Impalas, and Topis among others. Travelers to Murchison Falls Park are required to pay $40 entrance fees valid for 24 hours. Our 3 Days Murchison falls Park tour is a suitable package for game viewing and boat cruise in the park.

2. Boat cruise
A boat cruise to the bottom of the mighty Murchison Falls is a MUST do on your Uganda safari to Murchison Falls National Park. Experience how the strong Nile waters squeeze through a 7-meter gorge dropping 43 meters down to make the might falls. Two sessions of a launch cruise are organized in the morning and afternoon. A boat cruise experience costs $30 per person. Enjoy the fresh airs, cold breezes and scenic views of the beautiful park and wildlife. The banks of the River shelter various water animals such as hippos and crocodiles among others.

3. Bird watching:
Sheltering over 450 birds, Murchison Falls National Park is a paradise for birders. The notable birds in Murchison Falls National Park include the rare shoebill Stork, Red throated Bee eater, Abyssinian ground hornbill, Grey crowned crane, Black headed lapwing, Senegal thick knee, African Jacana, Silver bird, Blue headed Coucal, Piapiac, Goliath Heron, Denham’s bustard, Black Headed Lapwing and Squacco heron among others. January is March is the best time for bird watching in Murchison Falls National Park If you want to see migratory birds; November to April is the best time.

4. Sport Fishing:

Do not miss sport fishing in Murchison Falls National park. Sport fishing at the bottom of the falls, and along the rocky surfaces of the Victoria Nile is an interesting adventure you will live to remember. The most fish caught at Murchison Falls include the Nile Perch and catfish. Early morning and evening is the best time for sport fishing in Murchison Falls National park.

5. Chimpanzee Trekking:
Go chimpanzee trekking in Budongo Forest to make your Uganda tour to Murchison Falls National Park a complete package. Budongo forest is ranked as the 3rd best chimpanzee trekking destination in Uganda after Kibale Forest and Kalinzu Forest.

6. Nature/Forest Walks:
Enjoy guided nature walks to the forested and swampy areas of Murchison Falls National park. A nature walk is the best way to explore the entire hidden gem in this wilderness park. You will meet numerous wild animals and birds on your nature walk. Also, natures walk gives you chance to see some medicinal herbs and flowers in the park, which can be difficult to see from the vehicle.

7. Hike to the top of the falls:
Hike to the top of the mighty Murchison Falls for great scenic views. The top of the falls offers you great views of how water flows and falls down massively. You will also have great views of the entire park, wildlife and the neighboring local communities.

Where to sleep in Murchison Falls National Park

A variety of lodges and hotels have been established to offer excellent food and sleeping services in Murchison Falls National Park. These lodges are categorized into Budget, Midrange and luxury to suit all kinds of travelers. The choice of which lodge to stay in Murchison Falls National Park depends on the client and his/her budget. The top lodges in Murchison Falls Park include Fort Murchison Safari Lodge, Murchison River Lodge, Chobe Safari Lodge, Pakuba Safari Lodge, Nile Safari Lodge, Paraa Safari Lodge, Amuka Safari Lodge, Murchison Tree House, Baker’s Lodge, Geo Lodges Nile Safari Lodge, Budongo Eco Lodge, Kabalega Wilderness Lodge, Heritage Safari Lodge and Global Village guest house. All these have well trained staff to ensure quick and excellent service delivery system. African Apes Holidays helps you book your favorite lodge in Murchison Falls National Park.

Getting to and around Murchison Falls National Park

You can get to Murchison Falls National park by air or road transport. If you are using road transport, the drive time from Kampala to Murchison Falls Park is roughly 5 hours. Alternatively, fly to Pakuba or Chobe airstrip and easily connect to the Park

How to book a game safari to Murchison Falls Park

African Apes Tours is your best guide to book any of your favorite safaris to Murchison Falls National park. Alternatively, you can book directly with Uganda Wildlife Authority, a government body in charge of all National Parks in Uganda.
Conclusively therefore, Murchison Fall National Park is worth your visit. Contact us today, book your safari and explore this beautiful and Uganda’s largest National park at discounted offers.