Delta Boat cruise in Murchison Falls National Park

Did you know that there are two types of boat cruises in Murchison Falls National Park?

About Murchison Falls National Park

Murchison Falls National Park is Uganda’s largest and oldest protected area. It is a gem for nature lovers, wildlife enthusiasts, and adventurers. The park is located in northwestern Uganda. It is named after a dramatic waterfall, Murchison Falls. Murchison Falls was formed when the River Nile squeezes itself into a narrow path about 7 meters wide. It produces a thunderous roar and creates a rainbow.

Again, this park is unique in a way that it is bisected into two by the river Nile. The northern part is covered with savannahs, a great environment to spot wildlife, and the southern part is a forest.

The park offers different experiences, including game drives and chimpanzee tracking in the Budongo Forest. There is also bird watching, sport fishing, and the mighty delta boat cruise. This activity stands out as a tranquil yet exhilarating way to experience its natural beauty and abundant wildlife. The boat cruise lasts for about 2-3 hours. It involves exploring the beautiful falls from the bottom, wildlife including 4 of the Big 5, and nature.

There are specific activities you can do without booking a boat cruise. These include hiking to the top of the falls, bird watching, and more.

Delta waterfall

The Delta Waterfall is referred to as the sundowner trip since it is mainly carried out in the evening. The two types of boat cruises are boat cruises to the bottom of the falls and Nile Delta boat cruises.

All start at Paara Jet, and for the boat cruise to the bottom of the falls, you can enjoy the falls from the bottom. This mainly targets wild animals such as hippos, crocodiles, elephants, warthogs, olive baboons, antelopes, and more. Whereas the Nile Delta boat cruise targets bird watchers. It takes you in the direction of the flow of the river. This gives you a chance to enjoy the mountains in Congo, spot fishermen catching fish, and enjoy the sunset moments.

Tourists are advised to book this experience in advance to avoid disappointment. The cost of the activity is USD 40 per person for the Nile boat cruise. The Delta boat cruise costs USD 50 per person. Booking can only be done through a trusted local tour company like Monteero Safaris.

Best time to take a boat cruise in Murchison Falls National Park

Boat cruise activity is open year in and year out although the best time to enjoy the boat cruise is the dry season. This is when there is little rain to interrupt the adventure on the Nile River. The dry season happens from December to February and June to September. In these months, the season is hot and animals tend to quench their thirst from the river banks. We normally customize Delta Boat cruise with other experiences like game driving, hikes to the top of falls, sport fishing, chimpanzee tracking in Budongo forest, and more.

Packing items for the Delta boat cruise

All you need to carry is a camera to capture great moments, a Binocular to magnify long-distance attractions, sunscreen to protect you from direct sunlight, insect repellent to protect you from insect bites, comfortable clothing, and a light sweater since the weather is unpredictable.

Other places in Uganda for boat cruises are the Kazinga Channel in Queen Elizabeth National Park, Lake Mburo in Lake Mburo National Park, Lake Bunyonyi, and more. If you are a nature lover, a bird enthusiast, or simply looking for a peaceful escape, the Delta Boat cruise provides a perfect way to explore the natural beauty and rich biodiversity of Murchison Falls National Park. Book with us at Monteero Safaris for a tour to Murchison Falls National Park, and we will organize the best Delta Boat cruise for you.