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Fishing in
Uganda 2026.
Fishing License & Permit · Fishing Times · Waters & Fish Species · Cost Overview
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·Uganda1.37°, 32.29°
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Fishing License & Permit
- License required?
- Yes
- 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!
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Rules & Regulations
- Closed seasons
- No general closed seasons. Observe national park rules.
- Catch limits
- Nile perch: C&R recommended. Moderate limits.
- Prohibited methods
- Dynamite, poison prohibited. Strict rules in the national park.
- Catch & Release
- Standard with specialized providers. Nile perch: C&R recommended.
Murchison Falls is one of Africa's most powerful waterfalls — the entire Nile squeezes through a 7m wide gap! Directly below: Giant Nile perch.
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Waters & Fish Species
Top waters
- —Murchison Falls (Nilbarsch-Trophäen up to 100+ kg, World class-Spot)
- —Victoriasee (Nile Perch & Tilapia, Trolling in Islandsähe)
- —Victoria-Nil (Tigerfish & Welse, Strömungsangeln near Jinja)
- —Albertsee (Nilbarsch & Raubwelse, tiefes Rift-Valley-Wasser)
- —Sipi Falls (Regenbogenforellen, Fly fishing im Highlands)
Freshwater
Nile source, Lake Victoria, Lake Albert. All freshwater with giant Nile perch.
Saltwater
No access to the sea (landlocked).
Starting from250 USD / day
Best season: Murchison: March-May and September-November (rainy seasons = more fish!). Possible year-round.
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Practical Information
- Equipment
- Lodges provide heavy tackle for Nile perch. Own rods recommended.
- Fishing guides
- Murchison Lodge: 300-600 USD/day. Lake Victoria: 100-250 USD/day.
- Transport
- 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 & taking fish home
- E-visa online (50 USD). Fishing equipment permitted.
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Cost Overview
License fees
20-50 USD + NP entry 40 USD.
Guide prices
Lake Victoria: 100-250 USD/day. Murchison: 300-600 USD/day.
Daily budget
Budget: 60-120 USD. Murchison Lodge: 300-600 USD/day.
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