3 Day Fishing Safari in Murchison Falls
Overview
The 3-day Murchison Falls Fishing Safari in Uganda offers a unique adventure for fishing enthusiasts. This specifically designed itinerary focuses on catch-and-release fishing within designated sections of the mighty Nile River. Here, anglers can encounter a variety of colossal freshwater fish, with the legendary Nile Perch taking center stage. The record-breaking catch for this species sits at an astounding 113kg, making for a fight any angler would dream of.
The magic of the Murchison Falls Fishing Safari lies in its focus on a protected river section. Unlike areas exposed to commercial fishing, this pristine environment boasts an abundance of smaller fish. This natural phenomenon attracts larger predators like the Nile Perch, creating a feeding frenzy that translates into an action-packed fishing experience. Each cast offers the potential to hook into a legendary fish, transforming your safari into an unforgettable adventure.
However, the Murchison Falls Fishing Safari offers more than just heart-stopping fishing action. The expertly crafted trip delves into Uganda’s rich wildlife ecosystem. A visit to the Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary provides a chance to witness these magnificent creatures up close, a testament to Uganda’s successful conservation efforts. As you navigate the park itself, breathtaking vistas unfold, showcasing the cascading Murchison Falls, diverse flora and fauna, and the sheer vastness of the protected area.
This Murchison Falls fishing safari caters to seasoned anglers and nature enthusiasts seeking an adventure into the wild. It provides a unique blend of fishing opportunities, breathtaking scenery encounters, and responsible wildlife viewing, ensuring an extraordinary Ugandan experience.
Day 1 Drive to Murchison Falls
In the morning, you will depart Entebbe airport starting our drive to Masindi via Kampala- Hoima Road. You will have a stopover at Zziwa Rhino Sanctuary. Enjoy a nature walk tour to spot Rhinos for ultimately 3 hours.
After driving to Murchison Park, you will enjoy lunch at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary; a hearty lunch prepared from locally sourced organic ingredients.
Upon reaching you will check in at the hotel and enjoy a relaxed evening at the lodge.
Day 2 Full Day Fishing At Nile.
After an early breakfast, you will have a game drive that will lead you to the banks of the Nile. The morning game drive offers the best game viewing opportunities and the best time for photography.
We start the full-day fishing experience on the Nile. It’s an exciting day as you board a boat carried out mainly at the base of the falls. You can either enjoy angling on the boat as you sail downstream.
Alternatively, you can enjoy angling from the rocks; about a 45-minute walk along the River bank casting lures as one of the fishing methods to catch large fish like Nile perch, catfish, and other fish species.
As you enjoy catching fish there is always a chance to land on a huge catch; in terms of length, weight, and girth. Being a protected area, with fewer fishermen, the waters teem with a lot of small fish species. This in turn attracts the bigger fish like the Nile perch; about 113kgs.
With the right fishing equipment, Our guides are experts and experienced to take you on this catch. You are free to take photos with your catch as a souvenir back home.
Despite being a whole day activity, you will have a short break to relax and have lunch. Later in the evening retire and drive back to the lodge for dinner and Overnight.
Day 3 Departure
In the morning, check out, and enjoy another game drive as you bid farewell to Murchison Falls National Park.
Drive back to Entebbe airport or Kampala, depending on the flight hour our guides will transfer you to your preferred destination as you await the flight
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Inclusions & Exclusions
Included
- Park fees
- All accommodation
- A professional driver/guide
- Roundtrip airport transfer
- Meals
- All activities stated in the itinerary
Excluded
- International airfare
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Tips and gratuities. (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
- Anything said to be optional itinerary