Spot fishing
Spot Fishing In Murchison Falls National Park
Spot fishing in Murchison Falls is done as a sport that involves capturing fish species along the rocky surfaces, along the banks of the Victoria Nile and at the bottom of the falls (at the Devil’s Cauldron). Spot fishing on the Victoria Nile is a Lifetime fishing experience that involves catching a variety of large fish species like Nile Perch and Catfishes, and Tiger fish among others
Murchison falls situated in the northeastern part of Uganda is said to be the leading and best fishing spot among the many national parks in Uganda. Spot fishing in Murchison is one of the major activities done along the Victoria Nile besides launch cruises.
Today spot fishing in Murchison Falls national park is based on good fishing methods such as casting Lures, use of Hooks, and the Spinning method. However, anyone Spot fishing along the Victoria Nile, especially beside the banks of the Nile, is cautioned to be aware of the Hippos and Crocodiles which roam around the waters.
Spot Fishing Sites In Murchison Falls
Mainly there are two spot fishing sites in Murchison Falls National park namely; one situated below the Murchison Falls next Paraa safari Lodge and the other beneath the Karuma Falls near to Chobe Safari Lodge. However spot fishing today is carried out at the bottom of the falls, let be on a boat or along the rocks of the River bank.
The spot fishing sites can be accessed by a boat with all your spot fishing equipment or by foot from the top of the Falls to River Gorge which is around 45 minutes’ walk for anyone physically fit. For a memorable Uganda safari and a huge catch in terms of weight, length, and girth, spot fishing must be one of the great activities included on your itinerary as you visit Murchison Falls National Park.
Best Time For Spot Fishing In Murchison Falls National Park
Sport fishing in Murchison can be done throughout the year. However, expect high catches in the months of Mid January-early April since the water levels are always low and clearer. Researchers add that; fish feeds more when weather conditions vary dramatically utmost the start of the rainstorms thus high chances for a high catch.
Conditions About Spot Fishing In Murchison Falls National Park
Due to high hot temperatures over 400C, advised packing sun protection pieces of equipment such as hats, sunglasses, light long-sleeved shirts and long trouser, long socks, and an insect repellent for tsetse fly bites. The activity is amazing and interesting since you get accompanied by wildlife species like crocodiles, Hippos, elephants, waterbucks, and a variety of water bird species.
For the best spot fishing safari experience in Murchison Falls national park, an experienced and skilled spot fishing Guide is accompanied by you at a low cost.
Spot Fishing Methods Used In Murchison Falls National Park
For a sustainable fishing practice and life time fishing experience on a Uganda fishing safari, you advised to catch and drop back into the waters without killing the fish. Some of the methods used in spot fishing as mentioned already include; casting lures, spinning, and Hooking. The kind of methods opts for huge and large fish species such as Tiger fish, Catfish, Nile Perch, and Tilapia among others.
Today a 7 spinning rod is recommended for catching smaller fish and 8 feet or 11 feet with multiple reels can be used to catch other fishes.
Accessibility To Murchison Falls National Park
Murchison Falls National Park is located 305 kilometers north of Kampala and it’s usually visited as a long safari circuit combining other destinations including Kibale forest or Kidepo Valley National Park.
The park can be accessed by both Road and Air means as below.
By road, the drive to Murchison Falls National park takes around 5hours on the smooth tarmac road. For many visitors, a stopover at Ziwa Rhino sanctuary along the way adds to the excitement. Murchison falls National Park is the largest national park in Uganda and a good place to see four of the big five games. Coupled with a visit to Ziwa rhino sanctuary.
By air, you can fly from Entebbe airport or Kajjansi airfield to Pakuba airfield and connect with a driver to begin your park activities. Fly Uganda and Aero link are two domestic flight operators with scheduled departures to Murchison falls and several other national parks.
For those who are interested in fishing are given an opportunity to do fish, arrangements can be made to fish along the River, Nile Patch, Tilapia, Catfish, and Dagga can be caught. You are advised to come with your fishing equipments, or you can hire them at the site
