No tour in Uganda is complete without a boat ride, and there are quite a lot of boat safaris to try out;  you may not know where to experience the best boat ride. While in Uganda, we are here to guide you on that. we are here to introduce you to the best places of a boat cruise in the country that has been ranked as the top in gorilla trekking destinations, birding and wildlife safaris, its a soul refreshing experience while on a boat cruise in Uganda’s wilderness while getting the experience of the sights and sounds of animals and birds in the pearl of Africa.

Where can you enjoy a boat ride during your visit to Uganda?

Boat cruise on Lake Victoria

Lake Victoria is Africa’s largest fresh water lake, located in Uganda is one of the most exciting places to have a boat cruise on either a small or a large boat for leisure cruises, fishing tours, and visits to the iconic Ngamba island. during the thrilling leisure adventure, you can enjoy a sunset cruise with drinks and snacks on board, winding up to Ssese Island. A boat cruise on Lake Victoria leads travelers to the chimpanzee sanctuary on Ngamba Island, which is also part of the koome group of islands on Lake Victoria. The sanctuary is home to 53 chimpanzees, where you can visit and learn more about these beautiful Apes.

Boat cruises are also organized on Lake Victoria for anglers who love sport fishing to catch one of the largest freshwater fish “the Nile perch”. here you can opt for day or night fishing excursions and get chance to watch the beautiful sunset views that spice up the whole experience.

Kazinga channel boat cruise

For most travelers to Queen Elizabeth National Park, the boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel is the highlight of their itinerary. cruise on the Kazinga channel is always nice during the morning or sunset hours, normally after a game drive and a tasty meal, to the unforgettable experience along the channel, which is a 40km natural channel that connects two lakes, Edward and George. Cruising along the Kazinga channel is the most rewarding and unforgettable experience not to miss out on since a cruise along this trail offers you with beautiful sights of mammals,reptiles and birds along the shores of the channel like the Nile crocodiles, monitor lizards, hippos, elephants and so many bird species(African fish eagles,African spoonbills, papyrus gonolek, marabou stock, African jacanas and many others). the beauty and most outstanding thing about this channel is that it has the highest concentration of hippos in Africa. Expect a lot of fun and experience along this cruise, like photography, the jaw-dropping scenery along the Kazinga channel.

the cruises on Kazinga channel are provided by Marasa Africa, Uganda Wildlife Authority, Uganda lodges, and other private bodies, and the prices vary from company to company; hence, you can opt for either scheduled or exclusive boat cruises depending on your choice.

Boat cruise on Lake Mburo

unlishing the unobstructed sights of Nile crocodiles, birds and hippos and get to experience in participate in different fishing methods while on the cruise on Lake Mburo, this boat cruise are always wonderful especially after a game drive and wildlife expedition where you get to relax your mind ten stop at the lake side restaurant to taste Uganda’s delicious fish species like the Nile perch and tilapia. get to see the beautiful wildlife like the Defassa water bucks, hippos, zebras, crocodiles, plus the beautiful birds which come to the shore to quench their thirst and hunt for food. This includes the African jacana, African fish eagles, kingfishers, and black shoebill storks, among others. besides the cruises done in the park, visitors can always try out Lake Victoria boat cruises on Lake Bunyonyi with more birding opportunities.

Murchison Falls National Park boat cruise

Get to experience the calm waters and views of the countless birds, waterfalls, and animals in Murchison Falls National Park. the boat cruise in the park is done along the River Nile, which runs through the protected area, and the highlight is breathtaking views of the Murchison Falls, which is the world’s most powerful waterfall, formed when a large volume of water forcefully passes through a narrow gorge about 7 meters wide.

These boat cruises are done in the morning and afternoon; these hours are suitable since animals can be seen in the morning and evening hours of the day, when most of the animals come to quench their thirst, and some use it as a hunting ground to wait for their prey. during the cruise, many animals can be seen along the banks, like the Nile crocodiles, hippos, elephants, antelopes, and birds, starting from the areas of Pará until the bottom of the falls, where photography is allowed. Along this cruise, an expert guide will tell you about the history of the park, which includes the visit by Winston Churchill, Sir Samuel Baker, the Queen of England, and many explorers

How safe are boat cruises in Uganda (the pearl of Africa)

Boat cruises in Uganda are safe since they are undertaken by modern and well-maintained boats, and visitors are provided with safety gear on board, like life jackets, rescue boats to accompany the cruise, and the boats are driven by well-trained persons with experience.

Uganda offers diverse boat cruise experiences on lakes like Victoria and Bunyonyi, and rivers such as the Nile. Enjoy wildlife viewing in Murchison Falls and Queen Elizabeth National Parks, Lake Mburo National Park, bird watching, and scenic relaxation. Cruises range from sunset outings to multi-day excursions, exploring islands and waterways.