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Murchison Falls National Park

People in a boat down Murchison Falls
A map of Uganda with Murchison Falls highlighted

Features & Wildlife Species

A hypo in Murchsion Falls

AREA ACTIVITIES

  • Game drives 
  • Launch trip to the bottom of the Murchison Falls
  • Balloon Safari
  • Boat ride
  • Birding and nature walk

WHEN TO VISIT

The best time to visit Murchison Falls National Park is during the dry season, from December to February when it is easier to spot animals. Another great time to visit is from June to September, the peak time for gorilla trekking.

View of Murchion Falls
A lion at Murchsion Falls National park

WHAT TO SEE

  • Murchison Falls 
  • Over 76 different species of mammals
  • More than 450 bird species
  • Big population of Nile crocodiles and hippos

How TO GET THERE

  • By road: Murchison falls National Park is approximately a 5 hours’ drive from Kampala.
A vehicle of Zohar heading towards Murchison Falls National Park