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MURCHISON FALLS NATIONAL PARK
Murchison Falls National Park is one of the most spectacular in Uganda, is the largest game park in the country (3,840 sq. km.) and has the most intense concentration of animals along the river. Here is also found the awe-inspiring Murchison Falls, where the River Nile hurls itself in appalling convulsions through a narrow crevice and then plunges 40 metres in one breathtaking leap. In the eastern sector of the Park, are the Karuma Falls where the Nile cascades over 23 kilometres of rapids in a breathtaking sight. This is some of the most exciting white water in Africa.
The Murchison Falls National Park, with its variety of vegetation ranging from riparian forests and swamp lands to broad Savannah, provides the opportunity of seeing many of the animals found in Uganda. Elephant, Giraffe, Hippopotamus, crocodile, Leopard, Warthog, Lion, hartebeest, Giraffe Aardvark, Chimpanzee, Pangolin, Civet, Buffalo, Hyena, Crocodile, Oribi, Patas monkey, Uganda kob, countless antelope and 450 species of bird including Pel's fishing owl, pennant winged nightjar, red-throated bee eater and the magnificent shoebill stork. Fish in the Nile include Nile perch, Tilapia and Tiger fish.
Activities to enjoy in Murchison Falls National Park include; a launch trip up stream to the falls is one of the greatest game viewing experiences in Africa. In the southern sector of the park, chimpanzee tracking can be done in Rabongo Forest, bird watching, boat trips to the Lake Albert delta, game drives, nature walks, forest walks, sport fishing.
Accommodation in the Park Range from campsites with basic accommodation requirements to up class lodges offering luxurious accommodation and facilities. There is a camp site at the top of the Falls which can be used by those with their own camping gear. The Red Chilli Camp offering accommodation in self contained bandas and tented accommodation on bed only basis but supplying meals in their restaurant. The Sambiya River Lodge presents a unique African experience. A traditionally designed thatched hotel surrounded by thatched bungalows, all in a very special setting. The atmosphere is relaxing, warm and friendly and the lodge provides a restaurant, bar and gift shop. Some rooms are complete with full private facilities as well as bandas with shared bathrooms. Upgrade accommodation includes the riverside Nile Safari Camp one of the most romantic Lodges and Camps in the area. Accommodation is in beautifully designed waterside log cabins each with its own internal tent, terrace, bathroom and outside shower. There is an al-fresco restaurant and small gift shop. Watching a stunning sunset from the friendly bar is a must. In an elevated position on the north side of the river, is the Paraa Safari Lodge. Each room has full facilities and a remarkable view. There is an impressive restaurant, swimming pool and bar.
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