Lake Victoria Exploration

Lake Victoria Exploration: Known to be the source of the river Nile and the largest lake in the pearl of Africa, Lake Victoria is one of the most electrifying safari destinations to go have a safari adventure from in Uganda.

The lake is known to be a freshwater body in the country and also stretches into three countries; Uganda, Kenya, and Tanzania making it a perfect destination to go for water safari activities in Uganda.

John Hannington Speke named it Lake Victoria after Queen Victoria and this was after his sighting the beauty, the epitome of wonders, wildlife ranging from scenic mountains to islands, beaches, fishing boats, several bird species, and animal species and he chose to change its name from lake valuable to Lake Victoria.

Lake Victoria has a lot of safari adventures to offer to all those who choose to have a safari adventure at the water body as they get to marvel at the lake’s numerous attractions that can be seen all over.

Below are some of the safari activities that sightseers can carry out while on a visit to Lake Victoria the fact the lake can be visited any year through as you get to get the most thrilling moments at the lake.

Activities on Lake Victoria

Bird Watching

The top destination located on Lake Victoria for bird watching is the Mabamba Swamps where sightseers can go to and get to have a great birding experience and this is because the destination is home to various bird species including the shoebill stork in Uganda.

Boat cruise

For all those who would love to carry out a boat cruise in Uganda, the destination is indeed Lake Victoria as you get to enjoy the breathtaking waters with friends and family sharing some drinks and snacks.

Beach life on Lake Victoria

Lake Victoria itself is known to be filled with numerous beaches where sightseers can go to and have a relaxing experience at the lake and This permits sightseers to also witness bird species such as the island fish eagles and also swim in the cool waters as well.

Sport Fishing

This is one of the famous safari activities carried out at the lake as sightseers get to be involved in sporty fishing getting to catch various fish which can be caught from the waters of Lake Victoria.

Sport fishing in Uganda
Lake Victoria

Chimpanzee Island

Sightseers can also choose to go on a visit to the chimpanzee island located on the lake and get to view at these attractive endangered species which are over 49 chimpanzees and this makes the adventure even more exciting and great to carry out.

There are other numerous safari activities that can be carried out at the lake in Uganda and plenty other more safari activities such as; Canoe rides, Camping on different islands, Picnics, and Photography.

For more information about safari activities at Lake Victoria as well as Lake Victoria Exploration, sightseers can get in contact with Achieve global safaris for bookings and safari planning plus other safari packages in Uganda and beyond the borders.

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