Explore Murchison falls
Explore Murchison falls : Murchison falls is a stunning physical feature where Victoria Nile passes through a narrow gorge forcing water to create an intense waterfall. This beautiful waterfall situated in Murchison falls national park located in north western Uganda found in the district of Nwoya spreading through Masindi, Bulisa and kiryandongo districts. It is approximately 233.6km from Kampala the capital city Uganda.
Tourist attractions at Murchison falls.
White water rafting; While on a Murchison falls trip one can experience the thrilling adventure of white water rafting on the Nile river and get an opportunity to view numerous wildlife species like crocodiles, hippos, birds to mention but a few.
Hot Air Balloon tours; Instead of one having a game drive at Murchison falls National park, one can take a hot air balloon ride while enjoying the stunning sceneries and viewing wildlife from a distance above the ground. One can also use this opportunity to take beautiful panoramic pictures that shall act as souvenir after the Uganda safari.
Birdwatching; While on a Murchison falls trip one can explore the variety of bird species at Murchison falls national park as it’s a home to over 450 bird species for example Shoebill, grey crowned crane, Goliath heron among others.
Nature walks; Walking through the trails among trees at Murchison falls national park can also provide a great opportunity to explore the flora and fauna. This experience can help a tourist relax and connect with nature.
Game drives; while on a Murchison fall tour, one can take a drive around Murchison falls national park and view the diverse wild animals such as Lions, elephants, buffaloes that move in herds, leopards, crocodiles, chimpanzees, hippopotamus, Nubian giraffes, Jacksons hearte beast, Uganda kob, Sitatunga, warthogs, bush bucks, water bucks, hyenas, monkeys, oribis, Rhinos which are at Ziwa sanctuary, baboons, fish among others.
Community encounter; Visiting the local communities around Murchison falls and learning about their day to day activities and ways of life can also be one beautiful experience while on a Uganda safari in the area.
Fishing; Tourists can carry out fun fishing and try their luck to catch fish and get a meal for dinner on the Nile river that continues below Murchison falls.
Boat cruise; while at the base of Murchison falls one can take a boat launch and see numerous wildlife like hippos, crocodiles to mention but a few and also view the beautiful nature that surrounds the waterfall.
Top of the fall trails; While on Top of Murchison falls one can have the opportunity to take panoramic pictures and also have an aerial view of the fall and national park.
Attractions surrounding Murchison falls;
Bugoma Forest Reserve; Located on the Albertine rift valley, Bugoma is the place for chimpanzee trekking, birding, wildlife like baboons, L’hoest monkeys, antelopes, civet cats, squirrels, butterflies and so much more. One can hike through the forests to connect with nature and also view these numerous wildlife species.
Budongo Forest Reserve; This forest is a home to numerous chimpanzees and bird species thus offering tourists the opportunity to interact with these Chimpanzees, feed and spend time connecting with them to mention but a few making their Uganda safari at Murchison falls indeed incredible.
Karuma falls; This falls are indeed gorgeous and is approximately 16 kilometres from Murchison falls national park they are surrounded by beautiful rocks and trees making the scenery to be stunning.
Murchison falls national park; This beautiful fall is situated in Murchison falls national park offering the tourist an opportunity of a Uganda wildlife tour/safari at Murchison falls national park as it is a home to numerous wildlife species and birds.
Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary; Found in Nakasongalo district, Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary can be another destination while on a safari on Murchison falls as it lies along the same route to this beautiful falls. While at Ziwa Rhino sanctuary, one gets a chance to view the 33 southern white Rhinos as of December 2021 report, view the big four like Buffaloes, hippos, water bucks, Lions and other incredible wildlife species.
The Nile river; Murchison falls is part of the Victoria Nile formed as it squeezes in between a narrow gorge and after the fall the Nile river continues to meet lake albert and proceed to South Sudan. Numerous activities such as boat cruise; wildlife viewing can also take place at Nile river to mention but a few.
Accommodation around Murchison falls and their distances from the National park.
Accommodation around Murchison falls consists of luxury, midrange and budget options for example; Murchison falls Bamboo village(26.4km) ,Murchison Backpackers (61.8km),Nile safari lodge( 27.9 km) ,Sambiya River Lodge (9.3km), Murchisons Giraffe Camp (27.4km) ,Murchisons River Lodge( 2.7km),Bakers Lodge (12.9 km),Fort Murchisons (10km), Anyadwe House (26.7km), Tilenga safari lodge(36.7km), Wild Palace Safari Lodge( 37.7km) among others one can choose from these range depending on the prices ,distance, ratings to mention but a few to enjoy their Uganda safari while at Murchison falls.
Best time to visit Murchison falls is during the dry seasons of the year which consists of the months of December, January, February, June, July, August and September. One can also visit throughout the year however this is the best time to visit Murchison falls since the trails are more passable, the waters are clean and there are minimal chances of water floods. It is also easier to view wildlife species at Murchison falls national park during the drier months of the year.
