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Fishing in
Uganda 2026.

Fishing License & Permit · Fishing Times · Waters & Fish Species · Cost Overview

🌙Fishing Times 2026
Simple license

Best fishing times

·Uganda

1.37°, 32.29°

01

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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02

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.

03

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)
Best seasonMurchison: March-May and September-November (rainy seasons = more fish!). Possible year-round.

Freshwater

Nile source, Lake Victoria, Lake Albert. All freshwater with giant Nile perch.

Saltwater

No access to the sea (landlocked).

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Best season: Murchison: March-May and September-November (rainy seasons = more fish!). Possible year-round.

04

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.

05

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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All information without guarantee. Always check with the official local authorities. Not legal advice. Last updated: April 18, 2026

All information without guarantee. Always check with the official local authorities. Not legal advice. Last updated: April 18, 2026

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