There are different ways of exploring in Uganda. One of the popular ways is a boat ride on the Nile River. This is an exciting way to experience the water and its wildlife as you relax in the afternoon breeze. Other boat cruise destinations include Kazinga channel in Queen Elizabeth and Lake Mburo in Lake Mburo national park.
Boat cruise in Queen Elizabeth
The Kazinga channel runs between Lake George and Lake Edward. There are numerous animals and birds to see along its shores. This is one the highlight of a wildlife safari in Queen Elizabeth National Park. Amazing wildlife like elephants, hippos, crocodiles are seen on the cruise. The channel is a water source to these wildlife. Other animals that can be seen on a boat ride through the Kazinga channel include Uganda Kobs, waterbuck, and other antelopes. There are also various bird species that can be seen on the lake, such as the African skimmers, cormorants, and the martial eagle.
Boat cruise in Murchison falls
One of the biggest highlights in Murchison falls is a boat cruise to the bottom of the falls. There are a couple of boat rides that can take you to the falls. These boat cruises are launched from Paraa and take you right to the bottom of the falls. On the cruise, you will have amazing views of Elephants, kobs, hippos, crocodiles and plenty of bird species like African fish eagle, woodland kingfisher and many more. At the bottom of the falls, you are rewarded with amazing views of the falls.
Boat ride in Lake Mburo
The boat cruise on Lake Mburo is not only relaxing but also offers impressive wildlife sightings. Hippos, crocodiles and antelopes are seen by the banks of the lake as well as bird species like African fish eagles, crested cranes, Kingfishers and many more.