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Murchison Falls
Nile Perch Trophies up to 100+ kgWorld Class Spot
Africa · Fishing World Guide
Uganda.
Fishing in Uganda 2026: Permits, Best Spots, Charters & Costs
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target species
Yes
license needed
Jan–Sep
best season
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Do you need a license?
License
Yes.
Fishing permit: From 20-50 USD. National park entry extra (40 USD).
›All license details
- Where to apply?
- At the Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) or through lodges.
- Cost
- Fishing permit: From 20-50 USD. National park entry extra (40 USD).
- Validity
- Day or travel permit
- Available online?
- No
Uganda is the source of the Nile! Murchison Falls on the Nile offers world-class Nile perch fishing — fish up to 100+ kg directly below Africa's most spectacular waterfalls. Gorilla trekking + fishing can be combined!
When to go?
The season at a glance.
Best season
Murchison: March-May and September-November (rainy seasons = more fish!). Possible year-round.
Where to fish?
The top waters.
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Lake Victoria
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Victoria Nile
Tigerfish & Wels CatfishCurrent Fishing near Jinja
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Lake Albert
Nile Perch & Predatory CatfishDeep Rift Valley Water
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Sipi Falls
Rainbow TroutFly Fishing in the Highlands
What's biting?
Your target species.
The rules.
Four things you need to know.
Closed seasons
Closed seasons
No general closed seasons. Observe national park rules.
Catch limits
Catch limits
Nile perch: C&R recommended. Moderate limits.
Prohibited methods
Prohibited methods
Dynamite, poison prohibited. Strict rules in the national park.
Catch & release
Catch & release
Standard with specialized providers. Nile perch: C&R recommended.
What does it cost?
20-50 USD
License
20-50 USD + NP entry 40 USD.
100-250 USD
Guide per day
Lake Victoria: 100-250 USD/day. Murchison: 300-600 USD/day.
60-120 USD
Daily budget
Budget: 60-120 USD. Murchison Lodge: 300-600 USD/day.
Bite times
The best fishing times — free.
Best fishing times
·Uganda1.37°, 32.29°
🎣 Live catches in uganda
5 verified catches
When are they biting?
24-hour bite time · uganda
Based on: 5 verified catches
NOW 0% · 22:00
07:00
100%
Sunrise
02:00
50%
Sunrise
10:00
50%
Morning
Catch statistics
Top catch species
Wels Catfish
2 · 67%
Nile Perch
1 · 33%
Best conditions
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1006
1014
1022+
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All the details
The fine print.
License in detail
At the Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) or through lodges. — Uganda is the source of the Nile! Murchison Falls on the Nile offers world-class Nile perch fishing — fish up to 100+ kg directly below Africa's most spectacular waterfalls. Gorilla trekking + fishing can be combined!
Rules in detail
Murchison Falls is one of Africa's most powerful waterfalls — the entire Nile squeezes through a 7m wide gap! Directly below: Giant Nile perch.
Freshwater
Nile source, Lake Victoria, Lake Albert. All freshwater with giant Nile perch.
Saltwater
No access to the sea (landlocked).
Equipment
Lodges provide heavy tackle for Nile perch. Own rods recommended.
Guides
Murchison Lodge: 300-600 USD/day. Lake Victoria: 100-250 USD/day.
Getting there
Flights to Entebbe. Small planes to Murchison (1h). Or drive (5-6h).
Safety
Hippos and crocodiles in the Nile! Gorilla area: Bwindi. Malaria everywhere.
Customs & fish export
E-visa online (50 USD). Fishing equipment permitted.
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All information without guarantee. Always check with the official local authorities. Not legal advice. Last updated: April 18, 2026
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