In which district is Murchison falls located?

In which district is Murchison Falls located? Murchison Falls, one of Uganda’s most iconic natural wonders, is located primarily in Nwoya District in the northern part of Uganda. The falls are part of the Victoria Nile, where the river narrows dramatically to just 7 meters before plunging 43 meters down a rocky gorge into what becomes a wide, tranquil river downstream. This phenomenon forms the centerpiece of Murchison Falls National Park, Uganda’s largest national park.

Administrative Distribution

While the falls themselves lie in Nwoya District, the Murchison Falls National Park, which surrounds the falls, extends across multiple districts, as follows:

1. Nwoya District:
   • The northern section of the park, where Murchison Falls is located.
   • Contains Pakwach town, which is near the park’s northern entrance.
2. Masindi District:
   • Covers the southern part of the park.
   • Masindi town often serves as a gateway for visitors entering the park through its southern access points.
3. Buliisa District:
   • Includes the park’s western areas, which extend toward Lake Albert.
   • The delta where the Victoria Nile meets Lake Albert is a notable feature here.
4. Kiryandongo District:
   • Covers a portion of the park’s southeastern area.
   • The district includes some surrounding agricultural and forested lands.

Accessibility

• Visitors typically access the falls through either Masindi District (southern gate) or Nwoya District (northern gate).
• The most common routes to the falls pass through either Masindi town or Pakwach town, depending on your point of entry.

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Summary

While Murchison Falls is specifically located in the Nwoya District, the broader national park spans the Masindi, Buliisa, and Kiryandongo districts, reflecting its expansive and diverse ecosystem.