7 Days Luxury Uganda Fishing Safari – Sport Fishing in Uganda Tour

7 Days Luxury Uganda Fishing Safari – Overview

This 7 days luxury Uganda fishing safari is a 6-night or 7-day luxury Ugand sport fishing safari in Lake Victoris and Murchison Falls National Park and wildlife viewing Uganda tour.

It gives you a golden opportunity of exploring some of the great natural wonders of Uganda such as Lake Victoria- the largest lake in Africa covering over 68,800km² of land.

Furthermore, on this 7 days fishing safari in Uganda, you’ll visit Murchison Falls National Park– Uganda’s largest park bisected by the Nile River, the longest river in the world. This park also boasts Murchison Falls- the most powerful waterfalls in the world.

Also, on this incredible luxury Uganda tour expect to encounter fantastic wildlife of Uganda counting Lions, Leopards, Elephants, Buffalos,  Giraffes, Hippos, and giant Nile Crocodiles plus several birds.

You’ll fish for the mighty Nile Perch though other freshwater fish such as Tilapia, Catfish, and Tiger fish will be caught.

Visitors should note that this remarkable 7 days fishing trip in Uganda starts in Entebbe.

From here, you’ll undertake a boat ride along the glittering waters of Lake Victoria to Pineapple Bay which is found on the charming Bulago Island. This scenic island boasts tan-colored shores, lovely palm trees, a forested landscape, and the lovely sights of the Pineapple Bay Resort.

The following day, you’ll spend the whole day fishing in Lake Victoria and the Nile Perch is the most sought-after fish here.

Next, transfer to Murchison falls park where you’ll spend 5 memorable days enjoying sensational game drives and sport fishing adventures along the mighty Nile River banks.

Sporting fishing in Uganda Murchison park is also possible near the bottom of the roaring Murchison Falls.

A drive to the top of the mighty Murchison Falls marks the end of this rewarding 7 days fishing Uganda trip. Thereafter, you drive back to Kampala or Entebbe.

Please note that the record of the largest Nile Perch to be caught in Murchison park was 114kg by Kevin Nicholson in 2013, followed by Tim Smith’s 113kg catch in 2009. These records are far heavier than the previous official record of a 73kg caught by C D Mardach in 1959.

While on this lovely 7 days Uganda fishing tour, expect great fish encounters and sensational game viewing. Others include top-class accommodation, a highly knowledgeable and expert private guide, incredible boats as well as a comfortable safari vehicle.

A combination of the above offers you a great memorable holiday experience in Uganda worth undertaking!

You Can Book Now Or Tailor This Remarkable Fishing Safari In Uganda Basing On Your Safari Interests

• Boat cruise on Lake Victoria- the largest lake in Africa world’s
• Unwinding at Pineapple Bay found in the dazzling Bulago Island of L. Victoria
• Spend the whole day sport fishing on Lake Victoria in search of the Nile Perch
• Enjoying an exciting drive to Murchison falls park
• Fishing for Nile Perch, Catfish, Tilapia, and Tiger-fish along the Nile banks
• Sport-fishing at the bottom of Murchison Falls- the world’s most powerful falls
• Undertaking thrilling game drives in search of Lions, Giraffes, Elephants, Buffaloes, Leopards, and Hyenas.
• Visiting the top of Murchison Falls- the world’s most powerful waterfalls

7 Days Luxury Uganda Fishing Safari – Destinations

Day 1 & 2: Lake Victoria, Pineapple Bay in 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 launch trip on Lake Victoria to Pineapple bay on Bulago Island.

Day 2: Spend a whole day fishing on Lake Victoria from Pineapple Bay.

Day 3: Transfer back to the mainland and drive to Murchison Falls NP, Chobe Safari Lodge (Chobe sector).

Day 4: Enjoy a whole day fishing on the Nile river from Chobe Safari Lodge.

Day 5: Transferring to Paraa Safari Lodge, game viewing en route, and undertake an afternoon game drive.

Day 6: Undertake a whole day fishing along the Nile to the bottom of Murchison Falls.

Day 7: Visiting the top of the falls and drive back to Kampala.

7 Days Luxury Uganda Fishing Safari – Detailed Itinerary

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

Upon arrival at Uganda’s Entebbe airport for your 7 days Uganda safari, you’ll be picked up and transferred by our professional driver guide to a landing site.

From here, you’ll embark on a 45 minutes boat cruise on Lake Victoria to Pineapple Bay, found in the dazzling Bulago Island in L. Victoria- Africa’s largest lake covering over 68,800km² area.

On arrival on this 500-acre picturesque island, you’ll get amazed by the pristine sandy beach which is dotted with beautiful palm trees and Savannah, as well as a forested landscape. Also, you’ll enjoy the lovely colored buildings of Pineapple Bay Resort.

This magnificent resort features attractive Swahili coast architecture and all the magic of Arabian Nights.

While at this great resort, you’ll be given a welcome drink of the most delicious freshly squeezed pineapple juice along with cool towels and then directed to your room.

You’ll spend the rest of the day sunbathing or whirling in the swimming pool enjoying the brilliant views of the lake as well as the crescent-shaped bay plus spectacular birds.

Furthermore, you can decide to undertake a nature walk around to explore this stunning beach. In its center, there lie beautiful grasslands while the northeast part has a lush green forest home to over 200 bird species.

On this hike, expect to encounter Monitor Lizards and gorgeous primates such as the Black-and-white Colobus and Vervet monkeys. After, a memorable evening, you’ll settle for dinner as well as overnight.

The Day’s Highlight

• A Boat cruise on the dazzling waters of Lake Victoria
• Relaxation on the beautiful Bulago island

Accommodation Includes: Budget, mid-range, and luxury options

The Day’s Activities And Services

• Pick up from Entebbe airport and transfer to a landing site in Lake Victoria
• A remarkable boat cruise on L. Victoria to Pineapple Bay on Bulago Island

Optional Activities On This Day:

• Sunset boat cruise on Lake Victoria
• Visit Ngamba Island Chimpanzee Sanctuary

Day 2: Spend A Whole Day Fishing On Lake Victoria From Pineapple Bay

You’ll rise early around 7 am and enjoy your delicious breakfast. Then, embark on your fishing adventure in a company of expert fishing guides on a motorized boat.

These guides know the best spots for fishing, therefore, have much hope of a variety of fish species counting the mighty Nile Perch- the largest tropical freshwater fish.

Please note that this charming experience of fishing will also allow you to explore other islands in Lake Victoria, and encounter fishermen as well several beautiful water birds. You’ll enjoy the impressive views of this expansive water mass!

The experience is so ideal for incredible photo shoots on Africa’s largest lake! Upon finishing, retreat for a tasty lunch and unwind a bit.

In the afternoon, you can connect back for a more remarkable encounter. From there, settle for dinner and an overnight stay.

The Day’s Highlight:

• Sport fishing on Lake Victoria in search of the iconic Nile Perch

Accommodation Includes: Budget, mid-range, and luxury options

Day’s Activities And Services:

• Enjoy a full day fishing on L. Victoria on a motorized boat

Optional Activities On This Day:

• Visiting nearby fishing villages
• Visiting Ngamba Island Chimpanzee Sanctuary to watch Chimpanzees

Day 3: Transfer Back To The Main Land And Drive To Murchison Falls NP, Chobe Safari Lodge (Chobe Sector)

You’ll wake up and have a leisurely breakfast around 8:30 am and after, embark on a 45 minutes boat trip to the mainland.

After arriving at the main island, you’ll be driven in a luxury safari car for around 310km to the Chobe region of Uganda’s largest park, Murchison Falls National Park.

This prime park of Uganda holds the world’s most powerful waterfalls in the world which are found on the world’s longest River, the Nile.

More so, Murchison park holds a wide collection of classic wildlife of Uganda Africa counting over 451 bird species and about 144 mammal species.

And among these include 4 of the African Big Five such as Lions, Elephants, Leopards, and Buffaloes. Also, this park holds the highest population of Giraffes in Uganda.

While on a 5-6 hours drive to Murchison falls national park Uganda, you’ll enjoy impressive views of central Uganda crossing River Kafu and the massive Karuma Bridge along the Nile.

You will check in at Chobe Safari Lodge when you arrive, and the rest of the day will be spent whirling in the lovely 3 leveled swimming pools. These beautiful swimming pools are situated with a view of the mighty Nile River thundering past the minor rapids on its way.

Before retiring for dinner and an overnight stay, you can decide to go fishing on the Nile in the evening.

The Day’s Highlight:

• Enjoy a scenic drive to Murchison Falls National Park
• Relaxation along the Nile River Banks

Accommodation Includes: Budget, mid-range, and luxury options

Driving distance And Time: Approx. 310km (5-6 hours drive)

Day’s Activities And Services:

• A boat cruise from Bulago Island in Lake Victoria to the mainland
• Transferring to Murchison Falls NP Chobe sector

Optional Activities On This Day:

• Sunset fishing on the Nile Riverbanks
• Enjoying a sunset boat cruise on the Nile to the delta area
• Undertaking an evening game drive safari

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

After a leisurely breakfast at around 8 am, you’ll travel on a fishing excursion on the legendary Nile River. Also here, knowledgeable guides will guide you to the greatest fishing locations along the mythical River Nile.

Remember, the Nile is not just a stream! However, it’s the longest river in the world and contains a variety of fish species because it generates its water from the massive Victoria Lake.

The Chobe area has a long history of fishing for example, in the old days, it stood as the great fishing spot in the East African region. Therefore, the construction of Chobe Safari Lodge meant reviving the long-forgotten memories of its fishing potential.

You’ll head back to the resort for lunch after the experience. If interested, you can do fishing in the evening till sunset along the Nile for a great experience.

To sustain fish populations, we strictly encourage catch-and-release regulations.

The Day’s Highlight:

• Fishing for the mighty Nile Perch on the Nile River

Accommodation Includes: Budget, mid range, and luxury options

Day’s Activities And Services:

• Do morning fishing along the Nile banks
• Evening fishing experience on the Nile River till sunset

Optional Activities On This Day:

• Enjoying a bush breakfast
• Undertake a morning game drive safari

Day 5: Transferring To Paraa Safari Lodge, Game Viewing En Route, And Undertake An Afternoon Game Drive

After enjoying a relaxed breakfast around 7:30 am from your lodge, drive to Paraa Safari Lodge.

During this lovely drive, expect to encounter a variety of game animals in Murchison Falls NP such as Lions, Buffaloes, Elephants, Leopards, Rothschild Giraffes, and Hippos. Also, Uganda Kobs, Hartebeests, and Oribis are common as you transverse through the park.

Travelers usually also encounter amazing birds such as Widow Birds, Black-chested Snake Eagle, Secretary Birds, African Palmnut Vultures, and Abyssinian Ground Horn bills.

On reaching Paraa lodge, settle for lunch and unwind while enjoying the tranquil Nile River’s passage to the delta region.

Later, undertake an afternoon game drive to fully explore Murchison park’s animals. This rewarding drive also offers you breathtaking views of the sunset in the Borassus palm-dotted trees in the Savannah of Murchison park.

The Day’s Highlight:

• A rewarding game drive In Murchison falls park

Accommodation Includes: Budget, mid range, and luxury options

Day’s Activities And Services:

• An exciting morning game drive from Chobe lodge to Paraa Safari Lodge
• A thrilling afternoon game drive within the Paraa area

Optional Activities On This Day:

• Having a bush breakfast
• Undertaking a hot air balloon safari
• Birding watching
• Enjoying a scenic sunset boat cruise on the Nile to the delta area

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

Rise and take your delicious breakfast around 8:30 am. After, together with your packed lunch, board the boat with knowledgeable guides to start your fishing trip upstream on the Nile.

This region is excellent for capturing various fish species, including:

• Nile Perch
• Catfish and,
• Tiger fish

Normally, Hippos, countless giant Nile Crocodiles, and various water birds such as vibrant Kingfishers, are encountered on this gorgeous trip.

You’ll fish all the way to Murchison Falls’ base. Since the Nile River is still unstable from being squeezed into a small gorge, the Nile Perch is readily captured here.

On reaching the bottom of the falls, you’ll witness the giant Murchison Falls, (the most powerful waterfall in the world).

In this area, you’ll enjoy the famed Nile River plunging 45m along a cliff creating dramatic views famously dabbed as the Devil’s cauldron. It’s such a natural wonder in Africa worth visiting!

Transfer back to your lodge after this unforgettable experience so you may unwind, enjoy dinner, and spend the night.

The Day’s Highlight:

• Fishing Along the Nile River And At The Bottom Of Murchison Falls.

Accommodation Includes: Budget, mid range, and luxury options

Day’s Activities And Services:

• Fishing along the Nile upstream on a launch trip
• Sport-fishing at the bottom of the falls

Optional Activities On This Day:

• Enjoy a bush breakfast
• Do a morning game drive in Murchison park
• Take a hot air balloon safari experience
• Undertake a memorable hike to the top of Murchison Falls
• Birding watching in Murchison Falls NP

Day 7: Visiting The Top Of The Falls And Drive Back To Kampala

You’ll wake up and enjoy a leisurely breakfast at your lodge around 8:30 am. After, drive to the top of Murchison Falls to view the world’s most powerful falls from another amazing perspective.

Unquestionably, Murchison Falls is the strongest waterfall in the world emitting over 300cm³/s of water.

While here, you’ll enjoy breathtaking views, and the great trembling of the surrounding rocks as the mighty Nile River 50m wide fights to go through an 8m narrow gap before falling 45m along the Albertine cliff.

This area is characterized by a wonderful cloud of spray and a loud roar due to the great pressure of the Nile River. Also, this area features a permanent rainbow and the area is so ideal for incredible photo shoots on your African safari in Uganda.

Retire from this activity and embark on a 5-6 hours drive back to the drive to Kampala or Entebbe. En route, you’ll settle for lunch and then continue driving, arriving in Kampala in the afternoon.

The Day’s Highlight:

• Visit the top of the world’s most powerful waterfall.

Day’s Activities And Services:

• A memorable visit to the top of the world’s most powerful falls.
• Transferring to Kampala or Entebbe

Optional Activities On This Day:

• Take a hot air balloon safari experience

The End Of This 7 Days Luxury Uganda Fishing Safari

Safari Inclusions

• A full-time experienced English-speaking safari driver guide
• 4×4 safari van or 4×4 safari Land Cruiser all having a pop-up roof for game viewing plus a functioning A/C
• Full board accommodation on a safari
• Fees for the boat cruises
• Park entrance fees
• Wi-Fi Internet on board in the safari vehicle
• Bottled water

Safari Exclusions

• Fees for domestic and international flights
• Fees for the Uganda Visa
• Laundry services
• Items of personal nature
• Gratuities and tips while on the trip
• Extra beverages for example alcohol
• Other expenses not included in this itinerary