8-day fishing safari in ssese and Murchison Falls National Park

Upon arrival at Entebbe International Airport, you’ll be warmly received by your professional driver-guide from Jeisking Tours. After a short briefing about your safari, you’ll be transferred to your hotel on the scenic shores of Lake Victoria. Depending on your arrival time, you may choose to unwind by the lake, enjoy a gentle evening stroll, or relax with a cool drink as you watch fishermen return from the day’s work. Later, settle in for a delicious dinner and rest ahead of the adventure to come.

Destination: Entebbe – Lake Victoria
Accommodation: Protea Hotel by Marriott Entebbe
Meal Plan: Lunch and Dinner
Meal Plan: Dinner
Journey time: 45 minutes

Rise with the sun and head out for a full day of fishing on Lake Victoria, Africa’s largest freshwater body. With experienced guides aboard motorized boats, you’ll venture into the deeper waters in search of Nile perch, tilapia, and catfish. The lake’s calm waters, dotted with fishing canoes and tropical islands, provide a serene setting for anglers of all levels.

As you cast your line, enjoy the spectacle of African fish eagles gliding overhead, monitor lizards basking on rocks, and local fishermen skillfully paddling through the channels. After a picnic lunch, continue your fishing session or relax on the boat as you take in the lake’s expansive beauty. Return to your hotel in the evening for dinner and an overnight stay.

Accommodation: Protea Hotel by Marriott Entebbe
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Accommodations option: Chimpanzee Forest guest house ( Budget ) or Primates lodge (Luxury) or Kibale Forest camp (Mid-Range)

After breakfast, embark on a scenic ferry ride across Lake Victoria to the Ssese Islands, a lush tropical archipelago made up of 84 islands. Upon arrival at Kalangala, you’ll be welcomed by friendly locals and served a delicious seafood lunch prepared from freshly caught tilapia. Spend the afternoon exploring the island — from its secluded beaches and ancient forests to local fishing villages.

As the sun sets, gather around a beach bonfire, share stories under the stars, and feel the gentle lake breeze as the sound of waves lulls you into relaxation.

Destination: Ssese Islands – Kalangala
Accommodation: Brovad Sands Lodge Kalangala
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Nature walk is done in the Bigodi Swamp this is to enable you spot primates like Vervet & L’Hoest monkey and also observe plenty of bird species. You will return to the lodge in the evening for your dinner and overnight stay.

Wake up to the sound of chirping birds and lapping waves before setting off for a day of sport fishing around the Ssese Islands. Join local fishermen aboard traditional canoes as you explore the channels, mangrove forests, and open waters in search of tigerfish, tilapia, and Nile perch. The experience combines both adventure and cultural immersion, as you learn local fishing techniques passed down through generations.

After a picnic lunch on a quiet island, continue casting your line amid stunning lake views. Later, return to your lodge for a refreshing swim, relaxation, and dinner overlooking the glimmering water.

Accommodation: Brovad Sands Lodge Kalangala
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Accommodation Buhoma community lodge(Budget ) or Buhoma haven lodge (Mid-Range) or Mahogany springs lodge (L

After breakfast, depart the Ssese Islands and journey northward toward Murchison Falls National Park, Uganda’s largest and most diverse park. The drive, including a lunch stop in Masindi, takes approximately 5 to 6 hours. Upon arrival, check into your lodge and unwind as you soak in the wild beauty of the Nile River. In the late afternoon, head out for a game drive, where you may spot elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, and possibly even lions in the park’s northern savanna.

Destination: Murchison Falls National Park
Accommodation: Paraa Safari Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Accommodation options: Bunyonyi overland (Budget) or Bunyonyi rock resort (Mid-Range) or Bird nest Bunyonyi (Luxury)

Begin the day with an early morning game drive across the Paraa plains. This area teems with wildlife — from herds of Uganda kobs grazing under acacia trees to leopards stealthily moving through the grasslands. Keep an eye out for elephants, lions, and the park’s abundant birdlife, including Abyssinian ground hornbills and saddle-billed storks.

Return to your lodge for lunch and relaxation before an evening game drive that offers another chance to encounter the park’s nocturnal inhabitants as the sun sets over the Nile.

Accommodation: Paraa Safari Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

This morning, embark on a thrilling fishing expedition along the Nile River. Begin with a guided boat cruise upstream toward the base of Murchison Falls, where the Nile surges through a narrow seven-meter gorge before plunging into a turbulent pool below. These waters are home to giant Nile perch, catfish, and tigerfish, making it one of East Africa’s premier fishing spots.

As you fish, you might also spot hippos, Nile crocodiles, and a variety of aquatic birds, including the iconic Shoebill Stork. After an exhilarating day on the water, return to the lodge for dinner and your final night in the wild.

Accommodation: Paraa Safari Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

After breakfast, check out and begin your drive back to Entebbe, stopping for lunch en route. As you pass through Uganda’s rolling countryside, reflect on your week of fishing, wildlife, and unforgettable scenery. Upon arrival in Entebbe, your driver-guide will drop you off at the airport in time for your departure flight — marking the end of your incredible fishing safari in the Pearl of Africa.

Meal Plan: Breakfast and Lunch