Gates of Murchison Falls National Park

The gates of Murchison Falls National Park open wide to welcome visitors into nature. Book your entry through one of six gates, each leading to a different part of the park, as covered in our full park gates guide.

Kichumbanyobo Gate

Kichumbanyobo Gate is the main entrance to Murchison Falls National Park. It sits in the southern part of the park, near Masindi town, a common stop for visitors. From Masindi, it takes about 1.5 hours to reach the gate. From Kampala or Entebbe, the distance is around 240 kilometers. The road from Masindi is murram but well maintained for safe travel.

Tangi Gate

Tangi Gate is in the northern part of the park, mainly used by tourists heading to the northern region. The gate sits along the Karuma-Pakwach road and is convenient for visitors going to the Nile Delta or Paraa area. The road to Tangi Gate is murram and well maintained, though it can be hard to drive on during the rainy season.

Wankar Gate

Wankar Gate is found in the northernmost part of the park, commonly used by visitors coming from West Nile and Gulu. The gate sits near Pakwach town and can be reached through the Gulu-Pakwach road. The murram road to the gate is in good condition, making travel easier. This area suits tourists who want a quiet, less crowded entry point.

Mubako Gate

Mubako Gate sits in the western part of the park, mostly used by tourists from the Albertine Rift region. It can be accessed through the Hoima-Buliisa road. Mubako Gate is about 280 kilometers from Kampala and gives access to the western side of the park, known for its wildlife.

Bugungu Gate

Bugungu Gate sits in the southern part of the park, through the Bugungu Wildlife Reserve. It is about 135 kilometers from Masindi town and is one of the nearest gates to Murchison Falls. Tourists using this gate can see chimpanzees and monkeys in Businge Forest, along with views of the Congo mountains.

Chobe Gate

Chobe Gate sits only 2 kilometers north of Karuma Bridge. It can be reached from both Karuma Falls and the Paraa region, offering a quiet, scenic entry into Murchison Falls National Park.

Park Entry Fees

At any of the six gates, visitors must pay entrance fees, either directly at the gate or through the Uganda Wildlife Authority. Fees are $45 for foreign non-residents, $35 for foreign residents, and UGX 25,000 for East African citizens. See our full park entry fees and penalties guide for a complete breakdown.

Book your Murchison Falls safari through the gate that best fits your route, whether coming from Masindi, Gulu, West Nile, or the Albertine Rift region.