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The best waterfalls in Northern Region

A hand-picked guide to 1 of the most stunning waterfalls in Northern Region. Each entry below has our personal notes, photos, driving directions and the practical detail you need to plan a visit — from parking and hike lengths to swimming rules and the best time of year to go.

#1 · 43 m drop

Murchison Falls

Murchison Falls National Park · Northern Region · Uganda

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Murchison Falls in Uganda

This park is located in northern Uganda and is suitable for self-driving. The entrance fee is USD 45 per day, plus USD 11 for the vehicle. We arrived around noon at the southern gate near Masindi. Inside the park, the speed limit is 60 km/h, and it takes more than an hour to drive from the gate to the falls.

There is a guide available for USD 15 who will take you on a walk up to the top of the falls. The scene is truly breathtaking—it's said to be one of the most powerful waterfalls in the world. We saw a rainbow, felt the immense force of the water, and even got completely soaked. Since northern Uganda is quite hot, getting drenched actually felt really refreshing.

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Wet rocks, hidden currents and fast-changing weather catch out experienced hikers every year. Read our quick safety guide before you head out.

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