Nile Perch fishing at Murchison

Once in a life time experience fishing the enormous Nile Perch. you will be amazed at their massive sizes. 
NILE PERCH FISHING ON THE RIVER AT MURCHISON FALLS

Getting there

Murchison Falls National Park is approximately 5-6 hours drive north west from Entebbe, via Kampala with the majority of the roads before reaching the park being tarred. Within the park there are murrum roads. Our fully inclusive trips include private transport with a driver in 4 x 4 vehicles which are comfortable and spacious, including room for fishing equipment! Alternatively scheduled flights (minimum 3 persons) or charter flights can be used between Entebbe and Murchison Falls National Park, these are at an additional cost which is provided on request.

Traditional Fishing Season
The fishing at Murchison varies from year to year as to which are the most successful fishing months, but generally it is accepted that the drier months of the year produce better fishing results – January to March and July to October.

Fishing area and conditions
Sport Fishing at Murchison Falls National Park is currently conducted in the area at the base of the falls. The fishing is either from the rocks on the bank of the river or slightly lower down stream in the pools from a boat. Access to the fishing spots is either by boat from a point further down stream or by walking down the gorge to the river from the top of the falls. It’s a long steep climb back up (around 45 minutes for a reasonably fit person) and hence most people tend to go fishing equipped for the day to avoid climbing up in the heat of the day.

The temperatures at Murchison are high (sometimes over 40 degrees C) – especially at mid day and anglers should be equipped with sun protection including sun tan lotion, hats and long sleeved shirts. Tsetse flies also abound at certain times and we recommend trousers and long socks as well as insect repellant as protection against their bites.

Methods of Fishing / Equipment

Fish caught on live bait / casting lures include Nile perch and various species of cat fish. There are also a large variety of smaller species, (used as live bait), obtained by spinning including tiger fish. We recommend a rod between 11feet (3 metres) and 8 feet (2.4 metres) together with a fixed spool or multiplier reel.
For the smaller species a 7’ spinning rod with 3/5 kg line is adequate.
Reels – For Nile perch and catfish any reel fixed spool or multiplier with 30-35 lb line(17kg) will do. It depends on personal preference and skill with a multiplier. For tiger fish and smaller species any reel you can comfortably cast is suitable.

Accommodation

There are several facilities available for accommodation in the park – which one we utilise will depend upon budget and requirements. Prices quoted are based on utilizing Paraa lodge or Nile Safari Camp. We are also able to offer client groups that prefer to camp (fit experienced anglers only) , a mobile camp, which we will erect at the camp site at the “top of the falls” area above Murchison Falls .
Due to the remoteness of the area power is usually by generator in the evenings and early mornings only at the lodges/camps.

What to pack

There are no shops in the National Park – all necessary supplies such as sun tan lotion, cigarettes, spare batteries for electronic equipment and cameras, and mosquito spray must be brought with you. We suggest you bring as much sun protection as possible – hats, sunglasses, creams as it can be very hot. Hiking boots are best for foot wear, especially for shore fishing from the steep, rough rocks. Lightweight and light coloured clothes for fishing are best as they are cooler and the tetse flies are less attracted to them. Long sleeves and long trousers are best, but avoid blue where ever possible as this colour seems to actually attract the tetses! A light weight rain jacket and a sweater for the evenings is also recommended.

Who we are

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Charles Mtali Charles Mtali is the Kenyan Consultant for Anchor Adventures.  Charles has tremendous experience with Kenyan tourism. Anchor Adventures is honored to have Charles coordinate amazing Kenyan safari’s and East African tours for all types of clients.

Hanna Willow Gray As the Head of Voluntourism for Anchor Adventures, Hannah leads groups of international volunteers, combining their love for travelling with their passion for volunteering.  Clients have the opportunity to travel in east Africa while collaborating with local non-profit organizations on short-term projects, in order to create cross-cultural camaraderie and improve global conditions.  Hannah has collaborated with Anchor Adventures over the years by coordinating trips for clients, who would like to travel to east Africa for a cause. Hannah is the founding Director of the Musana Volunteer Program in Uganda which was established in 2009, and the Program Manager for the Concordia Volunteer Abroad Program from 2005-2008. Anchor Adventures entrusts her with the new Voluntourism Program, linking international volunteers with reputable projects in Uganda.

Lawrence Mandich Lawrence is a consultant for Ashlaw Tours which has been a partner of Anchor Adventures since its earliest days. Ashlaw Tours organizes travel experiences in Southern Africa as a whole. Lawrence designs packages for the Southern Africa experience, fully utilizing the different modes of transport through the area. Lawrence is also knowledgeable on information regarding cultural norms, local customs and traditions, politics, and tourism visa regulations in the Southern Africa region

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