No trip to Murchison would be complete without a boat trip along the majestic river Nile! A variety of boat cruises are available from Wild Frontiers, which we can book on your behalf. Please take a look at the different options available and get in touch to secure your place.
(1-2 hours). From USD26 – per adult subject to trip type and minimum numbers on board.
As the heat disappears from the day, our craft take you to visit the hippos and crocodiles near the Nyamsika sandbar or downstream amongst the small reed islands. Enjoy the sunset whilst enjoying snacks and an evening drink of your choice. Cheese and wine, beer and nachos or even champagne can be arranged with prior notice.
(1-2 hours) – From USD26 per adult subject to trip type and minimum numbers on board. An early start to see the riverside world come to life with an option for freshly brewed coffee and home style cooked breakfast on board.
Paraa – Murchison Falls (Approx 3 hours) from USD35 per adult, subject to minimum numbers on board.
The cruise upriver from our jetty at Paraa on the South bank to view Murchison Falls at the head of the Fajao Gorge has been the park’s most popular attraction since the 1950s. We run a scheduled trip every afternoon departing by 2.30pm as well as in the mornings at 08.30am and 11.00am when demands requires. Pickups and drop offs by boat from the North bank at Paraa as well as lodges along the Southern banks of the Nile river can be pre-arranged. We also offer a special waterfall Sun-downer trip with drinks and snacks included which departs at 3.30pm every afternoon (subject to minimum numbers) and private trips on an exclusive basis (see below). Guests should please ensure they are at the agreed departure points at least 15 minutes prior to departure time as timings may vary slightly depending upon the day’s pick up bookings.
Nile delta cruises (4-5 hours) from USD56 per adult, subject to minimum numbers on board.
The Victoria Nile delta, a 20km voyage downstream from Paraa, is home to rare wetland birds including shoebill and papyrus endemic species. Scheduled delta area cruises with a “breakfast on board” option are offered in the mornings (subject to minimum numbers) departing from our jetty at Paraa on the South Bank at 07.00am. We can also tailor make your trip with a private boat and timings to suit.
Why not chat with us on WhatsApp or give us a call on our reservations hotline. Alternatively send us an email: reservations@redchillihideaway.com
