Nile Launch Trip to the Bottom of the Falls
Paraa Launch Trip
A launch trip about 17 km upstream from Paraa to the foot of the falls, with hippos, Nile crocodiles, elephants and waterbirds abundant along the way.
Nile launch trips leave from Paraa jetty and head upstream against the current. The round trip to the foot of Murchison Falls takes roughly 2.5 to 3 hours. Along the banks you can get close to hippo pods, huge Nile crocodiles, elephants and buffalo coming down to drink, and birds such as kingfishers, bee-eaters and fish eagles. Both the park authority and private operators run departures, at around US$30 to 35 per person; the afternoon trip is the most popular. You can also opt to disembark midway and hike up to the top of the falls.
Opening hours
Usually two sessions at 09:00 and 14:00 (per operator)
Nearby sights
- Paraa Ferry Crossing
- Top of Murchison Falls
- Uhuru Falls
- Old Pakuba Lodge Ruins
- Buligi Game Drive Circuit
- Nile Delta (Shoebill Boat Trip)
- Kaniyo Pabidi Forest
- Rabongo Forest