Uganda · Safari Guide

Murchison Falls National Park

Experience Murchison Falls National Park: Uganda's Premier Wildlife Destination

Introduction

About Murchison Falls National Park

Perched on the shores of Lake Albert in northwest Uganda, Murchison Falls National Park is named for a spectacular cascade along the Victoria Nile River. It holds the title of “Uganda’s largest national park” while providing a home for elephants, lions and Rothschild’s giraffe. 

A highlight of visiting the park is seeing the waters of the Nile dramatically surging through its narrow gap before plunging 43 metres into a swirling pool below. Rare shoe-billed stork, dwarf kingfishers and Goliath herons can be seen wading in the calmer waters, alongside wallowing hippos and Uganda’s largest population of Nile crocodiles. Safaris in Murchison Falls National Park may also include a trek through the mahogany forest of Kaniyo Pabidi to watch as chimpanzees play in the trees above. 

If you want to chase waterfalls during your African adventure, check out our selection of Murchison Falls National Park safari tours below.

Curated Safaris

Murchison Falls National Park Safaris & Tours

8-Day Uganda Gorilla Trekking & Wildlife Safari: Mgahinga & Beyond
7 Nights + 8 Days

8-Day Uganda Gorilla Trekking & Wildlife Safari: Mgahinga & Beyond

From $7,500 per person sharing

Destinations visited: Queen Elizabeth National Park, Murchison Falls National Park, Mgahinga Gorilla National Park.

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Where to Stay

Where to Stay in Murchison Falls National Park

Nile Safari Lodge

Nile Safari Lodge

Rates on request

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Seasons & Timing

Best Time to Visit Murchison Falls National Park

Murchison Falls National Park rewards travellers year-round; the months our safari designers most often recommend are highlighted below. Share your dates and we'll fine-tune the timing for wildlife, weather and value.

Jan January Good
Feb February Good
Mar March Green
Apr April Green
May May Green
Jun June Peak
Jul July Peak
Aug August Peak
Sep September Peak
Oct October Green
Nov November Green
Dec December Good
Peak — prime wildlife & weather Good — great value, fewer crowds Green season — lush & quiet, lowest rates
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