Boat Trips and Launch Cruise in Uganda : Enjoy adventurous boat tours and River cruise on your Uganda Safari ; Uganda is a home to several lakes and rivers with 20% of its land being occupied by water in form of swamps, rivers and lakes. Having Lake Victoria as the largest fresh lake in Africa it’s shared by the three east African countries i.e. Uganda Kenya and Tanzania. More lakes include Lake Bunyonyi the deepest lake in Africa, Lake Edward, Lake Matanda, Lake Mburo and Lake George. The rivers include River Nile, River Katonga, River Sezibwa, River Rwizi and many more. Our Uganda Boat trip Uganda Safaris take place on these rivers and lakes that are in both protected and non-protected areas in Uganda. These help in relaxation and give a clear sight of amazing wildlife and exciting views of birds.
Murchison falls River Nile boat cruise
In Murchison falls national park, boat trips are done on River Nile that passes through the park dividing it into two. There are two boat cruises include the Bottom of the falls Cruise and the Albert delta cruise. The bottom of the falls cruise is the most interesting, since it links up to the hike to the top of the falls. The trip starts at Paraa dock and sails upstream to the falls, Boat Trips and Launch Cruise in Uganda.
Along the way, you will expect to see many animals like hippos, crocodiles, water birds and more. This helps you get clear and beautiful pictures since you get so close to the animals. The Albert delta also starts at Paraa and slowly sails on the flowing Nile waters, down the stream where the river splits into numerous floating island of papyrus zones. This Albert delta cruise is both awesome and terrific and is done both in the morning and evening. Morning session is specifically for birding while evening is specifically targeting the sun set. This gives you a great moment with nature as you watch the sun setting and this is the ideal time to take pictures of sunset on the Nile.
Lake Mburo national park boat cruise
On Lake Mburo, the boat trip gives you a chance to come into close to the flora and fauna. While on the boat, along the lake shores you will be able to see the different animals coming to drink water especially in dry seasons. You will still be able to see the different kinds of birds like the eagles, Black headed weavers, Rufous long tailed starlings, the pied kingfishers, Hamerkops, Herons, pelicans, the rare African finfoot and Shoebill. This boat trip also enables you to see the hippos, crocodiles in their natural habitat.
Queen Elizabeth national park boat cruise
Kazinga channel is a water channel connecting lake George and Lake Edward together in the heart of Queen Elizabeth national park. This is a 40km natural long stream of water located beneath the Mweya peninsular. The boat cruise along the Kazinga channel is done twice a day that is in the morning at 11 am -1pm and the afternoon sessions starting between at 2pm, 3pm – 5pm. During the Kazinga channel boat cruise you stand chances see different animals in water and on the shores, like buffaloes and hippos, crocodiles and elephants coming to drink. This park is well known for a huge number of different bird species so be assured on seeing many of these while on the boat trip, Boat Trips and Launch Cruise in Uganda.
Uganda is gifted with many waterbodies with, Lake Victoria being the largest fresh water lake in the whole of Africa. Lake Victoria sunset cruises not much developed provide an opportunity to have some good time on the lake while exploring islands and features with in these fresh water lake. Lake Victoria Sunset cruises normally start at 4 or 5 pm and late evening. There many service providers that organize sun set cruises on Lake Victoria and if you have an evening before your go for your Uganda safari, Lake Victoria sunset cruises are worth participating in.
Lake Victoria sunset cruises normally start from water front pier and go all the way through to crossing the Equator line, visiting several fishing islands and also citing some water birds along the way. Drinks and snacks are providing hence giving you a nice evening experience on the lake. With Lake Victoria is one of the largest lakes in the world; we offer from Entebbe late afternoon cruises by boat out towards the equator line or local islands to view the sun over the horizon. Watch the fishermen cast their nets and enjoy the snacks and drinks provided on board. Set out for a magical, 2-hour sundowner cruise as the sun’s final rays set on the shimmering waters of Lake Victoria. Marvel at the beautiful scenery surrounding the lake and enjoy the sublime tranquillity of your natural surrounds, passing local fisherman who are casting their final nets of the day as your boat makes its way to the equator line or a flourishing island, Boat Trips and Launch Cruise in Uganda.
Lolling lakeside are the gigantic hippos, very territorial they spend most of their days living in the water but at night rouse themselves out of their slumberous lethargy and stroll onto land to graze. Cast your eyes into the shimmering glint and you will spot crafty Nile crocodiles, as well as carnivorous Monitor Lizards and spotted-necked otters. Hear the cry of the stunning African fish eagle deftly sweeping across the glittering lake in search of a flash of slippery sliver. Cast your eyes into lush treetops where they can often be seen perched majestically in a lofty tree with the ideal view over the vast stretch of quivering water. Bask in the gloaming as you appreciate the dynamic kaleidoscopic colours of the horizon and your languorous world, floating on a scintillating body of water, transforming into a rich, star-studded velvet night.
