Fishing Trips and Safaris in Uganda

Fishing for Nile Perch

Fishing on Lake Victoria, fishing on the Nile, Tilapia, tigerfish, and catfish

Uganda is a perfect fishing spot with one-third of the country covered by water. There are bigger chances for sport fishing as sport fishing can be carried out on the River Nile in Murchison falls National Park in Entebbe. Nile perch of roughly 100kgs have been caught below the falls in Murchison falls and Nile perch of over 50kgs have been caught on the lake near the islands. It’s not only Nile perch but also catch other first like tigerfish, tilapia, catfish of over 50kg, Ngara (genus alestes), worker and atrocious fighter.

Fishing at Murchison falls requires authorized assistance, ensuring both client safety in this experience and the best chances for successful fishing.

Some of the travelers may be mastered enough to challenge the Nile and you will be just in need to hire a boat and a skipper though it is highly recommended that you have an experienced fishing guide along to ensure the easy making of the trip (more so if it is the first excursion in Uganda).

Approaching fishing areas

Murchison falls national park is just about 6 hours drive northwest from Entebbe, via Kampala (subject to traffic) with the majority of roads before approaching the park being smirched. There are murram roads within the park. Our fully inclusive trips include; private transport with a driver in 4 X 4 Vehicles that are ample and comfortable with the room for fishing equipment.

You can opt for internal flights with can be used between Entebbe and Murchison falls national park in case you don’t have enough time. You can view the map of Murchison Falls.

The best time for fishing trips and safaris in Uganda

Fishing at Murchison falls deviates from one year to another as to which are the most successful fishing months though in general it is believed that the drier months of the year produce better fishing results that are; December-March and June – October. Even it can be done throughout the year, it is just that in these months, there is less or no chance of rain. Thunderstorms come at random all year round however the starting of the April/May rainy season is to be skipped.

Endeavor to ask about the current situation prior to booking

How is fishing done in Murchison falls?

Sportfishing at Murchison falls national park is a whole done in the area at the base of the falls. fishing is either from the rocks on the bank of the river or below the waterfalls in the pools from a boat.

How is fishing done on Lake Victoria?

The temperatures at Murchison are high, mostly at 40⁰C. Mostly at mid-day and the anglers have to be equipped with sun protection not forgetting suntan lotion, hats, and of course long-sleeved shirts. The tsetse flies also be plentiful at a certain time and we recommend long trousers and insect repellant.

What methods do we use for fishing?

Fish incarcerated on live bait/ casting lures are Nile perch and other different species of catfish. And there are still other large variety of smaller species (used as live bait) got by spinning including tigerfish. We highly recommend a rod between 11 ft (3 meters) and 8 ft (2.4 meters) jointly with a fixed spool or multiplier reel. For smaller species, a 9.7’ spinning rod with a 5g (10 lb) lure is ideal.

Reels. For Nile perch and catfish, any reel fixed spool or multiplier with 30 – 35 lblme (17kg) will work. It clings to personal preference and skill with a multiplier and for tiger fish and other small species, any reel that can comfortably assist you cast small spinners is proper.

Vital information

What is included?

Use of boat on the Nile with the fishing guide services, lunch, drinking water, fuel, and use of fishing equipment with us is to deposit fee per rod paid before departure (this is refunded less any damaged equipment).

What is excluded?

National park entry fees at $40 each day, nation park fishing fees of $40 – $50 per day, (relying on the number of days fishing and these are payable directly to the Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA).

Minimum and a maximum number of anglers on a boat on fishing trips and safaris in Uganda

A minimum of one is acceptable but the maximum of 4 anglers can do fishing on one fishing boat though they must be experts the recommended number is 2 anglers on a fishing boat.

What must I park for my fishing trip?

In the park, are no shops, so all the essential supplies such as suntan lotion, cigarettes, medications and spare batteries for the electronic equipment and cameras, and mosquito spray must be brought ready with you. We continue to advise that you bring as much sun protection as you can that is; hats, creams, and sunglasses as it tends to be so hot.

Safari/hiking boats are ideal for footwear mostly for shore fishing from the steep and rough rocks. The lightweight and light-colored clothes for fishing are best since they are cooler and do not attract the tsetse flies. Long sleeves and trousers are also ideal however, try as much as you can to do away with black, blue, and dark colors that attract the flies. We again recommend a lightweight raincoat and a sweater for the evenings.

Any risks while fishing on the Nile

Anglers are greatly advised and reminded not to put their feet and hand out of the boat since the Nile is home to the dangerous Nile crocodiles and hippopotami.

Other activities are done while in Murchison falls

Trips for game drives, Nile river cruises, and chimpanzee trekking can jointly be arranged with the fishing trip. These trips at Murchison falls national park is not listed on the pricing quoted below. And we would gladly advise you in case you are interested in detailed information.

If you wish to join your fishing by visiting other attraction areas of Uganda for example mountain gorilla viewing, bird watching among others, we can still assist you in arranging the sector of your safari in addition to the services.

Best recommended fishing trips in Uganda

3-day fishing safari in Murchison falls

Nile perch, tiger fish, and funds catfish

Our e days fishing safari in Murchison falls is a speedy safari to fish for the world’s largest freshwater fish, the Nile perch, the Nile river region in Murchison falls is one of the ideal areas for fishing as the area lies in the unspoiled area and with the presence of the local and commercial fishing by the local fishermen.

Under the Murchison falls is one of the best places for the breeding of the Nile perch and also the presence of the dead plants attracts the small fish which as a result attract the big fish and fishing there can freak.

Be sure if you have the right equipment and guide but at Safari vacations and travel services, we have expert/senior guides that will give you the value of the money and efforts put in.

This will avail you an opportunity to see the rhinos in the Ziwa Rhino sanctuary which is just around 3 hours on the way to Murchison falls and again a chance of viewing the Murchison falls.

Full-day fishing is conducive even though, those who alternate to half-day fishing can also still book the package but your chances are increased when on full-day fishing.

Suggest path for the 3 day Murchison falls safari

You will have an opportunity of viewing the rhinos and some other wildlife while fishing on the Nile for the full day on one of the specially designed boats that will give you the comfort of challenging and fighting the Nile Perch.

Day 1

Drive to Murchison falls via Ziwa rhino sanctuary

After early morning breakfast, you will leave Entebbe through the expressway towards Entebbe if there is no traffic jam, you will begin your drive towards Nakasongola which is the location of Ziwa rhino sanctuary and you will walk on foot to view the rhinos and you’ll enjoy lunch and later a drive to the top of the falls.

Overnight at Murchison River lodge.

Day 2

Full day fishing on the Nile

Full day fishing on the mighty Nile river, this is a fascinating day as you go on the boat to first catch live bait and later go to the falls for lure fishing and at a later time, go to the downstream to fish in the big pools below the Murchison falls and if you are lucky, you can land a big Nile perch.

Overnight: at Murchison River lodge.

Day 3

Drive back to Entebbe

After the morning breakfast, you will say bye to the lodge and head back to Entebbe relying on your plans our guide can transfer you to the airport or drop you at any place of your convenience that is either Entebbe or Kampala.

What is included?

• Fishing permits
• Accommodation
• Transportation
• Park entrance

What is excluded?

• International flights
• Tips
• Accommodation for 2 nights
• Travel and health insurance

5 days Murchison falls fishing safari – fishing Nile perch on Nile river

Our 5 days Murchison falls fishing trip is an exciting safari package which is designed by our experts to offer the anglers two days of fishing for one of the rivers giants still in the dangerous waters of river Nile in the Great Rift Valley.

Fishing is a fascinating game if you have the proper equipment and at Safari vacations and travel services, that’s our specialization while arranging a fishing safari in Uganda.

In Murchison falls, fishing is done using a boat and also walking on the rocks while casting lures at the base of the falls.

Suggested path for 5 days Murchison falls fishing safari

The following is the Itinerary to Murchison falls for fishing

Day 1

Arrival at Entebbe International Airport

On arrival at Entebbe International airport, you will be received by our representative who will be part of our team and he will transfer you to the lodge for relaxation and night and our team will give you a full safari briefing.

Overnight at The Boma Entebbe.

Day 2

Drive or fly to Murchison falls national park

After you are done with the morning breakfast, you will head to Murchison falls via Ziwa rhino sanctuary and top of falls and if you have ample time, you can also have an evening game drive in the park.

Those flying will miss out on the chance of seeing the rhinos and the other way round, they will be in position for an evening drive as the flight to Murchison falls roughly 1-1.5 hours so you will have enough time to visit the falls and even do an evening game drive.

Overnight at Murchison River lodge.

Day 3

Full day fishing on the Nile

After the morning breakfast, you will be picked up by the boat at your lodge with a fishing guide and you will head to the falls and through lures at the well-known backer’s rock and the developments caldrons just before heading to the pools downstream of the falls for a live bait fishing.

Day 4

Full day fishing on the Nile

Just like day 3, you will yet have another exciting day as you will head out again for a full day fishing on the Nile.

Overnight at Murchison River Lodge

Day 5

Drive or fly to Entebbe to department flight

Drive or fly to the lodge and drive back to Entebbe for your outbound flight home

Best time for fishing in Murchison Falls

This tour package can be booked minimal to 6 months in advance as the fishing crash with high tourism seasons in Uganda and you may not get a boat

What is included?

• Fishing permits
• Fishing guide
• Park entrance
• Transportation
• Boat and equipment
• Domestic flights for those opting for it
• Accommodation

What is excluded?

• Tips
• International flights
• Travel insurance
• Medical insurance

7 days Murchison falls fishing safari- Nile perch fishing on the Nile

7 days Murchison falls fishing safari is one of the perfect fishing safari packages in case you are on a hunt for a fishing trip to Uganda. It offers you the top experience will well-planned days for fishing and game viewing at ago in Murchison falls.

Murchison falls is one of the national parks in Uganda that is situated on the Northwestern side of the country and it is sliced by the mighty River Nile as the river explodes through the 7×4 Meknes gorge at the bottom of the falls nearing the devil’s caldron and the baker’s rock.

The blitz form big pools that provide breeding areas for the smaller fish such as the worker, yellowfish, and tiger fish which attract the big Nile perch that are predators, and fishing them can be extremely perfect when you approach during the night timing of the year.

Suggested path for the 7 days Murchison falls fishing safari

The tour is expertly designed by our experts for Anglers who may want to spend quite a long time on the river as they hunt for the grant fish on one of the world’s famous rivers.

Day 1

Arrival at Entebbe

When you land at Entebbe international airport, you will be warmly received and welcomed by our guide and transferred to the lodge for relaxing and overnight and safari briefing.

Overnight at Airport link guest house

Day 2

Drive to Murchison falls national park

After you are through with your breakfast, you will depart for Murchison falls via Kampala and later, make a visit to Ziwa rhino sanctuary and later visit the top falls and on that day transport to the lodge for an overnight.

Overnight: Murchison River Lodge

Day 3

Full day fishing on the Nile

After the morning breakfast, you will be picked up by a boat from the lodge and will head out for full day fishing at the bottom of the falls as you view wildlife on the banks of the River Nile

Overnight at Murchison River Lodge

Day 4

Full day fishing on the Nile

On this full day of fishing on the Nile, you will select the fishing destinations and you will spend the entire day on the river.

Overnight at Murchison River lodge

Day 5

Full day fishing on the Nile

Another exciting full day at the Nile as you hunting for the monster Nile perch on the rich pools downstream of the falls.

Overnight at Murchison River Lodge

Day 6

Morning game drive and a half-day fishing

You will go for a morning game drive on the Northern banks of the river where you will enjoy game viewing along the Nile delta where there is a huge enthrallment of cats and elephants occasionally come here to cool and drink water on the showers of the Albert Nile other times you can see the shoe ball in the marsh and later in time, you again go out for half-day fishing.

Overnight at Murchison River Lodge

Day 7

Drive to Entebbe for departure flight

You will bid farewell to the lodge and head back to Entebbe for your out bond flight home.

Includes

• Fishing permits
• Entrance fees
• Transportation
• Accommodation
• Guide and equipment

Excludes

• International flights
• Travel and medical insurance
• Drinks except for water in the car
• Tips

Get in touch with Safari Vacations and Travel Services for more inquiries and updates and we can be helpful in booking the permit and accommodation for you.