Water falls in Uganda: Uganda is a country full of wonders and interesting features that leave everyone amazed hence calling it the Pearl of Africa. Besides Uganda being rich in wildlife including gorillas, the other attractions include a numerous waterfalls which provide a picnic adventure experience to tourists.
The beautiful dramatic waterfalls of Uganda offer stunning views from a distance. Most of these falls offer different activities including swimming, water massage, rock climbing, zip lining, Kayaking, White water rafting, water cycling, boat cruise and a lot more basing on your interests and destination. Contact Vibrant Holiday Safari for a package that includes Uganda top waterfalls.
Most of Uganda waterfalls are found in sites of local legends which has made them more rewarding since they also have history hence helping many people to learn about the Ugandan Culture.
Top Waterfalls in Uganda
Murchison Falls
Murchison falls are the top leading waterfalls in Uganda, it lies between Lake Kyoga, Lake Albert and the Victoria Nile in Murchison Falls National Park. The Murchison Falls formally known as Kabalega Falls are formed as a result of the Victoria Nile waters thundering down in giant cascades that forces its self through a narrow gorge of 7 m wide and rocky and then plunges in three spasms to a 40 meters pool below.
The Murchison Falls are the main feature of Murchison Falls National Park. Additionally the pool underneath the falls harbors hundreds of hippos, Nile crocodiles on the water banks which make the falls view even more mesmerizing.
Explore Murchison falls one of the Ugandan top guarded secrets. The package to exploring the Murchison falls can include game drives in Murchison falls National Park, Visit to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for Rhino tracking and sport fishing on the water banks.
Sipi Falls
Sipi falls on the foothills of Mountain Elgon in Kapchorwa district and considered a testament of Uganda’s topography comprises a series of three waterfalls. All these waterfalls slope from Mountain Elgon, they are surrounded by lush vegetation and offer the most rewarding views of the surrounding.
Amongst the three falls, there is one with a 95m drop and this is the most captivating that leaves nature lovers and hikers mesmerized. Besides hiking, Sipi falls offers other activities including abseiling and nature walks.
Aruu Falls
Aruu falls is situated in northern Uganda along Gulu Kitgum highway. These falls are among the raw and untampered with Ugandan secrets and less visited. However it is a nice place for adventure lovers and worth a visit while heading to Kidepo Valley National Park or Murchison Falls National Park
Aruu falls are a set of six cascading falls cascading down hundreds of rocks along River Agago. They are seasonal and dry out completely during the dry season. Its advisable to visit them at the beginning of the rain season for rewarding views.
Nkuusi Falls
Nkuusi Falls located on the southern border of Bugoma forest on the western Arm of the Great are a perfect destination for adventure lovers, these falls fall from a higher point about 100 meters into Lake Albert. Nkusi falls are less visited, they come from the mouth or River Nkusi. Accessibility is via Ntoroko- semiliki reserve using a boat
Itanda Falls
Itanda falls are located in Jinja the adrenaline capital of East Africa. The falls are situated on the former rippon falls which are considered the source of River Nile. Alternatively, after a glance at the itanda falls, you can choose to engage in other activities including white water rafting, river surfing, Kayaking, bungee jumping, sport fishing and a lot more.
Kisizi Falls
Kiisizi falls are located in Rukungiri in between queen Elizabeth National Park and Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park. The falls feed from Kyabamba River that plunges over 27 meters high on the cliff into the gorge.
In addition to viewing the falls, you can also engage in birdwatching, nature walks and ziplining.
Ssezibwa Falls
Ssezibwa Falls a Buganda cultural heritage site is found in Mukono district. The falls flow 7 meters down the steep ridged rocks.
The site preserves the ancient African culture and in this you will come across different people performing different rituals due to the different traditional attachments that align with the site.
Other waterfalls in Uganda include the wanale falls in Mbale, Mahoma Falls, Nyamiska falls and many more. For any additional information about Uganda water falls contact Vibrant Holiday Safaris for a detailed package including any other adventures you would wish to explore.