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7 Days Luxury Uganda Fishing Safari/Sport Fishing in Uganda To Lake Victoria & Murchison Falls National Park

7 Days Luxury Uganda Fishing Safari – Overview

7 days Luxury Uganda fishing safari (sport fishing in Uganda) is an interesting luxury fishing safari in Uganda in Lake Victoria and a wildlife safari in Uganda in Murchison Falls National Park.

This safari gives opportunities of exploring some of Uganda’s extreme natural wonders including Lake Victoria – the largest tropical lake, and Murchison Falls National Park – the largest national park in Uganda plus the River Nile – the longest river in the world.

This is the longest river in Africa. In this park, there is also Murchison Falls which are the world’s most powerful waterfalls.

In addition, Murchison park also has fine wildlife like Elephants, Buffaloes, Lions, Leopards, Giraffes, Hippos, and Nile crocodiles.

On this fishing safari, you will fish for the fabled Nile Perch (one of the biggest freshwater fish species). Other fish includes Tilapia, Catfish, Tiger Fish, etc.

This 7-day luxury Uganda fishing safari begins in Entebbe. Here, you embark on a boat trip along the waters of Lake Victoria to Pineapple Bay on the mystical Bulago Island.

Upon arrival, you will be welcomed by virgin sandy tan-colored shores, beautiful palm trees, forested landscapes, and the sight of Pineapple Bay Resort’s dirt-colored buildings.

You will relax for some hours in the warm sunshine in Lamu beds alongside the swimming pool, dappled by palm trees. You can also however take a dip in the pool as you enjoy the views of the amazing views of the lake.

Also, enjoy more views of the crescent-shaped bay spread out in front of you crowded with fabulous shorebirds.

For the coming day, you will be embarking on a whole day of sport fishing adventure on Lake Victoria in search of the Nile Perch. From there, you will transfer to Murchison Falls National Park.

In Murchison park, you will spend 5 outstanding days enjoying exciting game drives and sport fishing. Visitors can fish along the marvelous River Nile towards the bottom of Murchison Falls and you can as well hike to the top of the falls.

Kevin Nicholson in 2013 caught the record biggest Nile Perch of 114kg in the park beating Tim Smith’s 113kg catch in 2009. This was heavier than the previous formal record of 73kg that was set by C D Mardach in 1959.

While you fish along the Nile, you will as well get to see Hippos, Nile crocodiles, Elephants, Buffaloes, and various water birds like the Shoebills.

During this 7 days Uganda fishing safari tour, expect thrilling fish encounters, fabulous game viewing, and remarkable accommodation. Also, you will have a well-trained private guide, significant boats, a good safari vehicle, and unforgettable memories.

You Can Book Or Tailor This Special Sport Fishing Trip To Include Your Special Desires.

7 Days Luxury Uganda Fishing Safari – Prime Safaris Activities

  • Lake Victoria boat trips, the world’s largest tropical lake
  • Relaxation at Pineapple Bay on Lake Victoria’s magical Bulago Island
  • A full day of sport fishing on Lake Victoria in search of Nile Perch.
  • Murchison Falls National Park’s scenic drive
  • Sport fishing for Nile Perch, Catfish, Tilapia, and Tiger fish along the historic Nile River
  • Game drives in search of elephants, buffaloes, leopards, lions, giraffes, and hyenas, among other animals.
  • Go to the top of Murchison Falls.

7 Days Luxury Uganda Fishing Safari — Featured Safari Destinations

  • Day 1 & 2: Lake Victoria, Pineapple Bay on Bulago Island.
  • Day 3, 4, 5, 6, & 7: Murchison Falls National Park

7 Days Luxury Uganda Fishing Safari – Highlights

  • Day 1: Arrive in Uganda via Entebbe Airport and undertake a boat trip on Lake Victoria to Pineapple Bay on Bulago Island
  • Day 2: Full day fishing on Lake Victoria from Pineapple Bay
  • Day 3: Connect back to the main land and transfer to Murchison Falls National Park, Chobe Safari Lodge (Chobe Sector)
  • Day 4: Whole fishing on River Nile from Chobe Safari Lodge
  • Day 5: Transfer to Paraa Safari Lodge, view wild game en route, and do an afternoon game drive
  • Day 6: Whole day fishing along River Nile to the bottom of Murchison Falls
  • Day 7: Visit the top of the falls and transfer back to Kampala

7 Days Luxury Uganda Fishing Safari – Detailed Itinerary

Day 1: Arrive In Uganda Via Entebbe Airport And Undertake A Boat Trip On Lake Victoria To Pineapple Bay On Bulago Island

Arrive at Entebbe International Airport for your 7 days Luxury Uganda Fishing safari. And, upon our arrival, meet and greet with your driver guide who will drive to the landing site.

At the landing site, you will then board a 45-minute boat that wil1 cruise on the fresh waters of Lake Victoria to Pineapple Bay on the charming Bulago Island.

Bulago Island is a 500-acre island and upon your arrival, you will be welcomed by virgin sandy tan-colored shores. And as well as beautiful palm trees, forested landscape, and the sight of Pineapple Bay Resort’s dirt-colored buildings.

This luxury resort features good-looking Swahili coast architecture giving you Arabian nights of romance. When you arrive, you will be given a welcoming drink of a freshly squeezed pineapple with refreshing towels and afterward be shown to your room.

You will relax for some hours in the warm sunshine in Lamu beds alongside the swimming pool, dappled by palm trees. You can also as well take a dip in the pool as you enjoy the views of amazing views of the lake.

Also, enjoy more views of the crescent-shaped bay spread out in front of you crowded with fabulous shorebirds.

Enjoy a barefoot lakeside holiday on this amazing African tropical island at leisure. The rolling grasslands lie at the center of the island and the northeast section is filled with a lush rain forest that harbors over 200 bird species.

You can as well check out the walking trails that are less crowded or you can follow one of the paths to a hilly raise. Here, you can enjoy magnificent panoramas of the lake with the beauty of the island.

More also, you can see a few monkeys, Otters, and Monitor Lizards. Return to your accommodation for dinner and overnight.

The Highlight of the day: Boat trip along Lake Victoria and relaxation on Bulago Island.

Activities And Services;

  • Pick-up from Entebbe International Airport and drive to a landing site on Lake Victoria
  • Boat Cruise on Lake Victoria to Pineapple bay on Bulago Island

Day 2: Full Day Fishing On Lake Victoria From Pineapple Bay

After having a good satisfying breakfast at around 7 am, go for your long-awaited fishing tour. You will be escorted by an expert guide on a motorized boat with expectations of fishing many fish species including the Nile Perch.

This captivating experience will not only be for the fishing safari but as well you will enjoy the nearby scenery. This scenery marks the area like a series of Islands, you will see fishermen, the expanse of water masses, and man water birds.

On this fishing encounter, you will have the opportunity of taking good pictures that you will forever remember during your encounter on the lake. After catching your favorite fish, return for lunch and relaxation.

After relaxing from the superb lunch, go for more rewarding fishing encounters in the evening. You will then return for dinner and an overnight stay.

The highlight of the day: Catching the recognizable Nile Perch as you cruise on the magnificent Lake Victoria’s freshwater.

Activities And Services;

  • Full-day fishing on Lake Victoria
  • The boat ride back to the pineapple bay
  • A motorized boat cruise

Day 3: Connect Back To The Main Land And Transfer To Murchison Falls National Park, Chobe Safari Lodge (Chobe Sector)

Have a calm breakfast at around 8:30 am and board a 45-minute boat trip back to Entebbe mainland. Upon arrival, you will sit in an extended Luxury safari land cruiser and drive northwest 351km (5-6 hours) to Murchison Falls National Park.

This is the largest national park in Uganda and is bisected by Africa’s longest river (River Nile). This is where you find the world’s strongest waterfalls and also this park has a superb collection of African wildlife including over 556 bird species.

In addition, this park has over 144 mammal species with 4 of the big 5 and it has the biggest population of the Rothschild’s Giraffes.

When Driving to Murchison Falls park, you will pass through the striking scenery of Central Uganda crossing River Kafu and the Karuma Bridge on the River Nile.

You will arrive at Chobe Safari Lodge and check in. Afterward, you can enjoy the rest of the day swimming in the 3-level swimming pool overlooking the flowing River Nile. Here this river roars past the small rapids that stand along its way.

Before retiring for the evening for the next day, you might choose to go fishing in the river at sunset.

Activities And Services;

  • Boat Cruise from Bulago Island on Lake Victoria to Entebbe Mainland
  • Drive to Murchison Falls National Park at Chobe Safari Lodge

Day 4: Whole Fishing On River Nile From Chobe Safari Lodge

Enjoy a morning breakfast at around 8 am and encounter on the fishing journey along the River Nile in the company of skilled guides. You will discover the spectacles of the Nile which is not just a stream but Africa’s longest River.

River Nile features countless fish species that come from the enormous Victoria Nile.

The Chobe sector has a long history of fishing, serving as an excellent location for fishing in the East African region. The restoration of Chobe Safari Lodge involves the renewal of antiquated memories and the rediscovery of the location’s potential as a fishing destination.

You depart for the lodge for a thought-simulating lunch. You can go fishing in the evening on the River until the sun sets. To safeguard and sustain fish populations, we support strict catch-and-release regulations.

The highlight of the day: Catching the fabled Nile Perch in the significant Nile River

Activities And Services;

  • Morning fishing along the Nile River
  • Evening fishing experience on the river till sunset

Day 5: Transfer To Paraa Safari Lodge, View Wild Game En Route, And Do An Afternoon Game Drive

Have an amazing breakfast at around 7:30 am and go on driving to the Paraa area. During this drive in the park, you will see

·        Lions

·        Cape Buffaloes

·        African Elephants

·        Leopards

·        Rothschild Giraffes

·        Hippos

·        Uganda Kobs

·        Oribis

·        Jackson’s Hartebeest

 

Murchison Falls National Park is also a birding haven and you can see various birds when in this park

·        Shoebills

·        Marabou Stork

·        Abyssinian Ground Hornbill

·        Secretary Birds

·        Black-bellied Bustards

·        Open-billed Storks

·        Grey heron

·        Widow Birds

·        Swallow-tailed and Red-throated Bee-eaters

·        Great Cormorants

·        Pied, Giant, and Malachite Kingfishers

·        Hamerkop and more.

Reach Paraa Safari Lodge and enjoy an amazing lunch and relaxation as you overlook the tranquil Nile River flowing to the delta area. You can enjoy another safari game drive in the afternoon and explore more wild animals in detail.

The Sunset views of the Savannah with patches of Borassus palm trees are memorable.

The Highlight Of The Day: Game Drive In Murchison Falls National Park

Activities And Services;

  • Morning game drive from Chobe Safari Lodge to Paraa Safari Lodge
  • Afternoon game drive in the Paraa area

Day 6: Whole Day Fishing Along River Nile To The Bottom Of Murchison Falls

Have a late cozy breakfast at around 8:30 am. After, board a motorized boat in the company with skilled guides and embark on your fishing experience along the Nile upstream.

This area is ideal for catching Nile Perch, Catfish, and Tigerfish. Also, during the fishing experience, you will very well see Hippos, Crocodiles, and many water-related birds. And this includes the Shoe-bill which is Uganda’s sought-after bird.

During this fishing encounter, you carry a packed lunch and afterward fish near the bottom of Murchison Falls. This place is ideal for the Nile Perch though it is still unstable following the squeezing of the River Nile into a narrow gorge.

Once you’ve finished this highly thrilling adventure, head back to the lodge for relaxation, dinner, and overnight.

The Highlight Of The Day: Fishing Along the Nile River And At The Bottom Of Murchison Falls

Activities And Services;

  • Fishing encounter along the Nile upstream on a boat cruise
  • Sport Fishing at the bottom of the falls

Day 7: Visit The Top Of The Falls And Transfer Back To Kampala

Enjoy a comfortable cozy breakfast at around 8:30 am and cross the bridge to the southern section of the park to visit the top of the falls.

Murchison Falls is the world’s strongest waterfall! And there is no doubt about that. It may not be as wide or big as you think but this Africa’s longest river is about 50 meters.

It squeezes in a narrow 7-meter escarpment falling 45 meters below the known as the devil’s cauldron. During this course, it forms a plume of spray with accompany by a crashing roar with a permanent rainbow. This is a truly unforgettable experience!

After this thrilling adventure, drive back to Kampala or Entebbe which is about 311km (5-6 hours). You will have a superb lunch en route before arriving in Kampala late afternoon.

End of  The 7 Days Luxury Uganda Fishing Safari

Safari Inclusions

  • Full-time English professional safari driver-guide
  • 4×4 luxury Safari land cruiser with pop-up roof for game viewing with functional A/C
  • Full board accommodation
  • Sport-fishing permit fees
  • Boat cruise fees
  • Wi-Fi Internet on board the safari vehicle
  • Bottled water

Safari Exclusions

  • International &domestic flight fees
  • Visa fees
  • Laundry services
  • Items of personal nature
  • Gratuities and tips
  • Other beverages/ drinks
  • Other extras not mentioned in the itinerary above

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