Fishing safaris on Lake Victoria
Fishing safaris on Lake Victoria – Catch and release the Nile perch
Fishing safaris on lake Victoria – Lake Victoria is the largest freshwater body in Africa covering a surface area of 68800 sq km stretching from Uganda, Tanzania, and Kenya, Lake Victoria is great habitat for the Giant Nile perch which is a massive predator that feeds on smaller fish
Lake Victoria is becoming a popular destination for Anglers as some areas are gazette as breeding areas and those provide great opportunities to land the Big Nile perch, Anglers can participate either in Half day fishing or Full day fishing as day trips from Entebbe however fishing safaris can be taken to the Ssese islands which is one of the beach holiday destinations in Uganda
Where do fishing trips on Lake Victoria start from?
The best place to start your Lake Victoria fishing trip is in Entebbe at the Waterfront beach near the Entebbe wildlife education center formerly the Zoo
Can I go on my own to fish on Lake Victoria?
If you have a license from the ministry of fisheries yes you can go fishing on your own but we must caution there are rocks in some fishing areas on the lake so it’s advisable to book a fishing trip with Great Adventure Safaris who has fishing guides that know the Lake
Are there fishing Guides in Entebbe?
Great Adventure Safaris are your premier Uganda fishing safari operator with fishing guides in Entebbe and Murchison falls that carry out fishing safaris however they are employees of the company so to have their services you will need to contact us
Do I need to bring my Equipment?
If you do have your equipment you can bring it along but our customized fishing safari packages will be inclusive of the boat, guide, and fishing equipment
Is half day fishing better than Full day fishing?
Depending on the weather and the feeding pattern of the Nile perch you can catch fish in half a day but you will cover limited fishing spots in half a day compared to the full day where you will cover multiple fishing spots so we recommend full day fishing day
When is the best time for fishing trips on Lake Victoria?
Fishing on Lake Victoria is all year round activity but travelers can avoid the rainy seasons as they can disrupt the fishing trips with strong winds so Anglers should look at traditional fishing months like December to February and from June to August