Attractions in Murchison falls national park
Murchison falls national park is the largest and one of the iconic national parks in Uganda located in the north western Uganda in the districts of Kiryadongo district, Nwoya, Buliisa, and Masindi, Murchison falls national park is not only the largest park in Uganda but also the oldest park. It covers the total area of 3840 square kilometres, it was gazetted in 1952 as a game reserve, and later in 1952 it was made a national park. Murchison falls national has the big five animals thus making it the most visited park and it has quite number of activities to do during your visit.
These are the attractions in Murchison falls national park
Animals
Murchison falls national park has diverse wildlife species which are the main attractions in Murchison falls national park, the park is a home to over 76 mammal species, for travellers planning their wildlife safari tour Murchison falls national park is the best place to visit. And these are the animals that can be spotted buffaloes, elephants, leopards, lions, hippos, giraffes, Kobs, Kobs, oribi, Kobs and rhinos though they are not found inside the park they are out side at Zziwa Rhino sanctuary but it is still located in Murchison falls national park
Birds
The park is a home to over 451 bird species and they are another set of attractions and these are some of the birds that can be enjoyed by bird watcher’s shoebill being the top one and among the big five birds and other birds include Black-headed include Ground hornbill, secretary bird, great blue turaco, African jacana, giant king jacana, giant heron, African fish eagle, and many more.
The Murchison falls
This is the most powerful waterfall in the world, Murchison falls is the most attraction in Murchison falls national park and most visited spot in Uganda, visitors always enjoy seeing and hearing the sound of water squeezing into a narrow
gorge 6 metres wide dropping down 45 metres to the rift valley escarpment. Nile-lake albert delta
Nile- lake albert delta is a large expense situated on low land found on south western side of Murchison falls national park, this is a stretch of water where Victoria Nile flows and pours water into lake Albert, the delta featured magnificent scenic view filled with vegetation, and you get an opportunity to enjoy the views Congo ranges and some of the birds. Those are the major attractions in Murchison falls national park.
Best time to visit Murchison falls national park
Murchison falls national park can be visited in any time of the year, but the best time is during the dry season in the months of June to September and December to February, these months are the ideal for game activities in the park because the park is dry making the access easy and the grass is short so animals come out in clear view and around water bodies. And during the dry season a lot of activities can be done like nature walks which gives you clear view of the park.
How to access Murchison falls national park
There are two major ways on how to access Murchison falls national park it can be accessed either by road or air
By road red chilli
Those travelling from Kampala the journey takes 4to 5 hours the roads leading to the park headquarters are all tarmac so the journey is not so long.
By air
For those that prefer travelling by air domestic flights are available through Aero link and one get it from kajjansi in Entebbe and takes only 1 hour to reach in Pakuba airstrip which is in the north western part of the park.
Where to sleep when you are in Murchison falls national park
Murchison falls national park has a variety of accommodation where one can sleep and these include.
Nile safari lodge
The lodge is found in the heart Murchison falls national park, the lodge has over 10rooms and it offers high quality facilities like the fully stocked bar, restaurant offering both local and international food.
Paraa safari lodge
The lodge is found in the north western part of the country it was established just after two years the park was gazetted which makes it one of the oldest lodges in Murchison falls national.
Bakers lodge
It is located on the southern bank of the Nile bakers lodge provides spacious and well-appointed safari style accommodation, and visitors can enjoy the views of the river and do activities like game drives, boat cruise, and bird watching. And other lodges include fort lodge, rest camp, sambiya riverlodge, twig safari lodge, safari lodge, Chobe Murchison River lodge, to mention but a few.
What to consider while to Murchison falls
While preparing for a trip to Murchison falls national park, come prepared and pack the following.
Shoes
You need to pack comfortable and waterproof because some times the roads are muddy and slippery.
Umbrella
Ugandan weather is un predictable, so carry your umbrella because it may rain or over shine.
Insect repellent
To protect yourself from insects and mosquitoes carry the insect repellent because when you are in the wilderness there are different insects.
Binoculars
In case you are interested in birding you should not leave your binoculars behind because as you go for game viewing you may be able to spot some birds but they may not be clear so for clear view carry your binoculars and spot variety of birds.
Head lamp
In case there is power shortage in the park or one wishes to go for night game drive the head lamp may be of use so it is important to carry it.
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