Nile Perch Fishing Itinerary
There really is no better way to describe 900 tons of water crashing through a tight gorge every second than by letting a picture do it...
And fish live in there... giant fish!
Best Fishing times:
Mid February to early March (commencing rains) or Mid August to early September (after the rains)
We have been organising fishing trips to this region for a number of years now and have arranged the itinerary as shown to ensure you get the maximum from this exciting adventure.
Included in
the cost of this tour.
All transportation in Uganda. All food and
accommodation. Game drive towards Lake Albert. Sightseeing boat trip from
Paras Junction to Murchison Falls. Daily use of jeep for journey between
Sambiya River Lodge and Murchison Falls.
Not included
in the cost of this tour.
Fishing tackle and equipment – a list of suggested tackle will be provided.
The fairly steep government charges for National Park entry fees and fishing permits are being reviewed (hopefully downwards). You will be notified before departure of the latest up to date charges.
International flights – see below.
Tips, gratuities, laundry, drinks, telephone calls,
items of a personal nature. Travel Insurance - this is compulsory and a condition
of joining the tour.
Options
It is possible to charter a boat and go fishing in
some areas that are normally inaccessible by foot.
The cost is around $300 per day – to be shared amongst those
interested. We would then
arrange a trip or trips – usually some time around Days 8 to 12.
Extensions – staying on
If you would like to stay longer and carry on
fishing, or visit some of the other great attractions in Uganda we can
assist in the planning, and can help make the necessary arrangements.
Health
Some inoculations are compulsory or advisable. We
have some information, but your GP will advise on all the latest up to
date requirements and precautions you will need to take regarding malaria
etc.
International
flights.
We have separated the cost of the air fare from the
tour price since some people can use ‘air miles’, or are travelli
Tour Cost
The cost of this tour for 2005/6 is £1450. The international flight from the UK costs £425 - £550 plus tax.
Day
Activity
1
Fly from London Heathrow to Entebbe. Arrive at around 20.00 hrs. Complete immigration formalities. Overnight stay in Entebbe at Entebbe Flight Motel or similar.
2
Drive to Sambiya River Lodge (5 hours) – late afternoon fishing at Murchison Falls.
3
Morning Fishing. Return to lodge for lunch. Fishing in the afternoon.
4
Fishing.
5
Fishing.
6
Fishing.
7
Boat trip from Paras Junction up to the Falls. Chance to review new fishing areas.
8
Fishing.
9
Fishing.
10
Game drive in the Lake Albert area.
11
Fishing.
12
Fishing.
13
Morning Fishing. Afternoon drive to Kampala or Entebbe.
14
Daytime free in Kampala. Evening drive to airport. Fly out at around 22.00 hrs.
15
Arrive in London Heathrow at around 04.00 hrs.
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