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Hot air balloon in Murchison falls national park

Hot air balloon in Murchison falls national park: These are one of the interesting activities that enable tourists have more fun with aerial view of park

Hot air balloon in Murchison falls national park

Hot air balloon in Murchison falls national park: Hot air balloon safaris are a newly introduced activities by Uganda Wildlife Authority which controls and manages all park activity. The activity started in Murchison falls national park which is one of the most visited and largest national park in the country. Murchison falls national park is found in the northwestern part of the country covering a total area of 3893sq.km.

Murchison falls national park is a habitat for over 76 mammal species, 13 primate species, 456 bird species and a place to find the strongest waterfalls in the world. Murchison falls which were named by Sir Samuel Baker are the strongest waterfalls in the world and one is able to see them on their visit to the park, The above named attractions in Murchison falls national park can be seen during the hot air balloon safari.

A safari to Murchison falls national park would be more fun if you included a hot air balloon safari. You can include the activity by informing your local tour operator so that to add it to the to-do list of activities. Hot air balloon safaris are one of the interesting activities that will enable tourists have more fun in the park after flowing over the savannah vegetation with an aerial view of attractions within the park.

Hot air balloon safaris in this park is organized by Dream balloons company. This company was registered in 2011 and they are certified by the Uganda Aviation Authorities to run hot air balloon experience in different national parks in the country including Murchison falls. Dream balloons are also approved by Uganda Wildlife Authority and NEMA to carry out activities in the park.

The hot air balloon experience in Murchison falls national park

The hot air balloon experience in Murchison falls national park begins in the morning at the savannah area near Paraa. The activity begins with the crew members pumping air into the hot air balloon as tourists wait for the sun to rise. Participants then sit into the basket and the hot air balloon is flown into the sky.

Inside the hot air balloon, tourists are able to see park animals in another perspective than you would during the game drive. Tourists move on top of the savannah vegetation, Murchison falls, River Nile, and much more getting an aerial view of the different attractions of the park.

During the hot air balloon safari, tourists are able to see park animals such as lions, buffaloes, duikers, giant forest hogs, elephants, topis, Uganda jobs, giraffes, leopards, oribis, olive baboons, and different monkey species. Tourists are able to see some of the park birds in the vegetation and the air flying around the park.

During the hot air balloon safari, if you happen to pass via the top of Murchison falls, you will be able to see how the falls are made and how they flow to from the top down the pool producing a thunderous sound. The activity will give you an opportunity to explore the River Nile which goes through Murchison falls national park as it comes from Lake Victoria going to the Mediterranean Sea.

The hot air balloon safaris in Murchison falls national park lasts for 1 hour and during that time, participants will be able to encounter different animals, birds, Murchison falls, and the River Nile. During the safaris, tourists will be to capture different pictures of attractions within the park for memories or to show friends back home.

After landing back on the land, tourists will be given some wine and they will be served breakfast in the bush which is prepared by the chefs of Paraa Lodge. You will then be picked by safari cars which will take you for a simple game drive as you find your way to your lodges. On your way to your lodges, you will be able to encounter different park mammals, primates, birds, and River Nile among others.

How much does it cost to be part of the hot air balloon experience in Murchison falls national park?

To be part of the hot air balloon experience in Murchison falls you are required to pay a certain amount of money.  A full hot air balloon package which includes breakfast in the bush costs $380 for foreign non-residents and foreign residents while for East African citizens it’s $250. This money includes ferry crossing, flight in the balloon, breakfast, and a balloon certificate.

What is the best time to have hot air balloon safaris in Uganda?

Hot air balloon safaris in Uganda can be at any time of the year however there are months that are better than the rest. The dry months from June to September and December to February are the best to have hot air balloons in Murchison falls national park and this is because these months are characterized by little or no rainfall that makes the roads leading to the park stay in good conditions, the vegetation is short and scattered giving clear views of the park animals and the sky is very clear.

Tourists can still visit Murchison falls national park in the rainy season of March to May and October to November for hot air balloon safaris because the park will be open. This season favors the budget travelers because the lodges are at a discount. Travelers should however note that there is too much rainfall which can even delay the activity, the sky is not clear enough to give clear views of the animals and the roads leading to the park are impassable.

Accommodation on a hot air balloon safari in Murchison falls national park

Travelers that are visiting Murchison falls national park for hot air balloon safaris and other park activities shouldn’t get worried about where they find accommodation in Murchison falls as the park has several accommodation facilities. The national park accommodation ranges from budget to mid-range to luxury options with where to stay depending on the travelers’ budget.

Accommodation facilities on a hot air balloon safari in Murchison falls include Chobe Safari Lodge, Paraa Safari Lodge, Baker’s Lodge, Nile Safari Lodge, Nile Safari Lodge, Budongo Eco Lodge, Murchison River Lodge, Twiga Safari Lodge, Heritage Safari Lodge, Sambiya River Lodge, Red Chilli Rest Camp, Kabalega Wilderness Lodge, Amuika Safari Lodge, Murchison Tree House, and Parkside Safari Lodge among others.

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