Murchison Falls National Park, Uganda’s largest and oldest park, is famous for the thunderous Murchison Falls where the Nile River squeezes through a narrow gorge, creating mist and rainbows. It boasts diverse landscapes (savannah, woodlands, riverine forests) and rich wildlife, including elephants, Rothschild’s giraffes, lions, hippos, crocodiles, and many bird species. Activities include game drives, boat cruises on the Nile, and hiking to the falls’ top, making it a prime destination for safaris and nature viewing.
Key Features
Murchison Falls: The dramatic centerpiece where the Victoria Nile plunges into the Albertine Rift Valley, named by 19th-century explorers.
Landscapes: A mix of savanna plains, riverine forests, and the Bunyoro Escarpment.
Wildlife: Home to the “Big Four” (minus rhino, though nearby Ziwa Sanctuary has them), large herds of elephants, giraffes, lions, hippos, crocodiles, and over 450 bird species.
Forests: Includes Budongo Forest, known for chimpanzees and birds, and Rabongo Forest, great for birding and education.
