Important: Murchison Falls holds its own elevated "Category A Plus" fee status (higher than standard Category A parks), reflecting its size and infrastructure investment. Fees are reviewed periodically by the Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) — the figures below are indicative and must be verified against the current official UWA tariff before publishing or quoting to customers.
| Category | Adult | Child (5–15) |
|---|---|---|
| Foreign non-resident | ~$45 VERIFY | ~$20 VERIFY |
| Foreign resident | ~$35 VERIFY | ~$10 VERIFY |
| East African Community citizen | ~UGX 25,000 VERIFY | ~UGX 10,000 VERIFY |
Children under 5 typically enter free. East African Community citizenship covers Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania, Rwanda, Burundi, and South Sudan.
Included: Access to the park for 24 hours from time of entry.
Not included — billed separately: - Game drive vehicle fees (now mandatory alongside entry, whether self-guided or UWA-guided) - Nile boat cruise - Chimpanzee trekking permits (Budongo Forest) - Vehicle entry fees (charged separately, based on vehicle type/size) - Camping fees, if applicable
Vehicles entering the park incur a separate fee based on size and type — confirm current rates with UWA or your operator. UWA-managed public campsites charge a modest per-person, per-night fee (typically covering pit latrine access, water, firewood, and a night warden); wilderness camping carries a slightly higher nightly rate.
Fees are paid per person and are valid for 24 hours from entry. UWA accepts cash (USD or UGX at the current UWA exchange rate) and has introduced cashless card payment at some gates. If you're booked through a tour operator, they are responsible for paying your park fees on your behalf — you shouldn't need to pay at the gate directly if travelling on a package.
UWA offers annual entry passes for East African Community citizens and foreign residents (valid work permit required) — a genuine saving for frequent visitors or long-term residents, priced separately by individual, couple, family, or corporate tier.
Safari Cost & Pricing Guide · Getting There · Chimpanzee Trekking (Budongo Forest)
