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Murchison Falls National Park

MurchisonFallsNationalPark

Northwestern Uganda
2.23° N · 31.77° E
Best season
December to February and June to September (dry seasons ideal for wildlife viewing)
Climate
Warm tropical savannah climate with moderate rainfall.
Region
North
Type
National Park
Overview

What you'll find.

Murchison Falls National Park is Uganda’s largest and oldest national park, famous for the powerful Murchison Falls where the Nile River squeezes through a narrow gorge before crashing down dramatically. The park offers incredible wildlife safaris, boat cruises, bird watching, and scenic landscapes.

History

Background.

The park was established in 1952 and is named after the spectacular Murchison Falls on the Nile River. Over the years, it has become one of East Africa’s top safari destinations because of its rich wildlife and natural beauty.

Wildlife · 11
01African Elephant
02African Buffalo
03Lion
04Leopard
05Nile Crocodile
06Hippopotamus
07Giraffe
08Impala
09Plains Zebra
10Warthog
11Spotted Hyena
Attractions · 06
01Bird watching
02Nature walk
03Safari drive
04Hidden gem discovery
05Nature photography
06Conservation tour
Location

On the map.

SOUTH SUDANKENYATANZANIARWANDAD.R.C.KAMPALAMURCHISON228 KM FROM KAMPALAN0200 KMREP. OF UGANDA · 241,038 KM²
Coordinates2.23° N · 31.77° E
LocationNorthwestern Uganda
ClimateWarm tropical savannah climate with moderate rainfall.
Best seasonDecember to February and June to September (dry seasons ideal for wildlife viewing)
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Key facts

In numbers.

01Uganda’s largest national park
02The Nile River passes through the park
03Home to one of the world’s most powerful waterfalls
04Popular for both land and water safaris
05Featured in the classic film The African Queen
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