Boat Cruise In Murchison Falls

Boat cruise is one of the most interesting safari activity in Uganda and can enjoyed in various safari destinations. A boat cruise in Murchison falls National Park takes you you to experience the bottom of Murchison falls and groove on its mesmerizing beauty. You are provided with the life jackets before boarding the boat for safety purposes that may arise during the boat cruise. The boat ride takes 2 to 3 hours depending on speed of the boat plus a full hour at the bottom of the falls. During the cruise you get an opportunity to sight many stunning wildlife species taking water at the river banks, aquatic life like hippo’s, crocodiles and so on plus the birdlife. Boat cruise can be carried out at a cost of $30 per person without refreshments and usually in the morning and afternoon at 9AM and 2PM respectively.

You can also cruise to the place where Ernest Hemingway’s plane crushed while with his wife and the plane which came to help them also crushed, from here you get the best view of the waterfalls and lifetime photographs. Hike up to the top of the falls and sight how the water squeezes itself from the narrow gorge.

Nile delta boat cruise.

The Nile delta boat cruise is situated 20 kilometers downstream from Paraa. It takes you to experience the natural beauty of the falls, groove on to the rare bird species like the shoebill and the papyrus endemic species and other billed stork, goliath heron, African Jacana, African fish eagle, yellow footed king fisher, saddle bellied mention but a few. You can cruise with an on-board breakfast on the Nile delta but its optional, Nile delta cruise is the best to enjoy especially the bird lovers. You can also see the birds on your way to the lodge by the boat in a game drive through the wonderful Buligi area. You can also hike up to the top of the falls and catch glimpse of the Murchison Falls Beauty from top. This cruise takes 4 to 5 hours ride on Victoria Nile beginning from Paraa jet.

Nile cruise on Murchison falls national park.

Boat cruise is one of the best thrilling activities in Murchison falls National Park, it takes you to the bottom of the powerful falls on the Victoria Nile viewing various wildlife such as elephants drinking water at the river banks, hippos, waterbucks, zebras, crocodiles among the rest. Birdlife like malachite king fisher, red throat bee eater, horn bills among others.

Apart from the Nile boat cruise and delta boat cruise there are other private boats that operate on the Victoria Nile in Paraa jet which can be hired any time for a boat cruise adventure.

The cost of a boat cruise in Murchison falls National Park.

Uganda wildlife Authority has put in place some standard fixed fees for boat cruise in all national parks plus including Murchison falls National Park. The delta boat cruise is at a cost of $40 and Nile boat cruise at the cost of $30 all per individual.

Best time for boat cruise in Murchison falls National Park.

Boat cruise activities are done all year round in Murchison falls National Park though the best time to experience this wonderful activity is during the dry season where by little rain is received which may cause accidents on water during the cruise on the Nile. This wonderful adventure can be done in the months of December to February and June to October, the sun tends to be hot making the wildlife gather at the river banks to drink water giving you an opportunity to delight in a signature of long lasting memories.

Are you solo, group or family travelers planning a boat safari in Murchison Falls National park this season, at Jeisking Tours Ltd, we pride in organizing tailor made Uganda Safari packages which offer you a chance to enjoy the best of Uganda. To book with us, simply send an email on  info@gorillaugandasafaribookings.com or call us directly on +256-775630809 or +256-701343598  to speak directly to our reservations team.