Yebo Safari Camp - Murchison Falls National Park
Yebo Safari Camp is a camp near Murchison Falls National Park.
- Location
- Murchison Falls National Park, Northern Uganda & Murchison Falls, Uganda, East Africa
- Coordinates
- 2.247903, 31.521334
- Phone
- +256465420029
- Website
- www.yebotours.com
- Activities
- camp
Wildlife Near This Lodge
582 species observed within 20 km, 41 mammals, 308 birds.
- Northern Giraffe (Mammalia, 309 observations)
- Kob (Mammalia, 304 observations)
- African Savanna Elephant (Mammalia, 237 observations)
- Hartebeest (Mammalia, 222 observations)
- Nile Crocodile (Reptilia, 219 observations)
- Oribi (Mammalia, 197 observations)
- Patas Monkey (Mammalia, 194 observations)
- Common Hippopotamus (Mammalia, 193 observations)
- African Buffalo (Mammalia, 174 observations)
- Common Warthog (Mammalia, 164 observations)
Best Time to Visit Yebo Safari Camp
The best months to visit Yebo Safari Camp are January, February, March, based on temperature, rainfall, weather conditions, and wildlife viewing opportunities.
Month-by-Month Safari Conditions
- January: Great, temperature 25.96°C, rainfall 14.7mm, sunshine 11 hrs, humidity 53.3%
- February: Great, temperature 27.37°C, rainfall 17mm, sunshine 11 hrs, humidity 48.3%
- March: Great, temperature 26.48°C, rainfall 95.1mm, sunshine 10.8 hrs, humidity 63.3%
- April: Great, temperature 24.83°C, rainfall 144.3mm, sunshine 10.2 hrs, humidity 75.2%
- May: Great, temperature 24.46°C, rainfall 119.4mm, sunshine 10.6 hrs, humidity 77.4%
- June: Great, temperature 24.16°C, rainfall 78.3mm, sunshine 11.1 hrs, humidity 73%
- July: Great, temperature 23.86°C, rainfall 87.3mm, sunshine 10.4 hrs, humidity 72.4%
- August: Good, temperature 23.75°C, rainfall 120.5mm, sunshine 10.7 hrs, humidity 76.8%
- September: Good, temperature 23.76°C, rainfall 165.2mm, sunshine 10.6 hrs, humidity 79.6%
- October: Good, temperature 23.97°C, rainfall 164.7mm, sunshine 9.9 hrs, humidity 79.3%
- November: Good, temperature 23.9°C, rainfall 147.4mm, sunshine 9.9 hrs, humidity 77.9%
- December: Great, temperature 24.97°C, rainfall 27.1mm, sunshine 10.9 hrs, humidity 65.8%
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the optimal time to visit Yebo Safari Camp for wildlife viewing in Murchison Falls National Park?
The dry seasons, from December to February and June to September, are generally best for wildlife viewing around Yebo Safari Camp. During these months, animals congregate near water sources, making them easier to spot within Murchison Falls National Park. The weather is also more pleasant for game drives and boat safaris.
What specific safari activities can I arrange directly through Yebo Safari Camp?
Yebo Safari Camp can facilitate a range of activities within Murchison Falls National Park, including game drives on the northern bank, boat trips to the base of Murchison Falls, and chimpanzee trekking in Budongo Forest. They can also arrange guided nature walks around the camp area, offering a chance to explore the immediate surroundings.
What kind of accommodation and amenities can I expect at Yebo Safari Camp, given it's a 'camp'?
Yebo Safari Camp offers comfortable tented accommodation designed to blend with the natural environment, providing an authentic safari camp experience. Each tent typically features en-suite facilities and a private veranda, allowing guests to relax amidst the sounds of the African bush. The camp also provides a central dining area and a lounge for communal relaxation.
How do travelers typically reach Yebo Safari Camp from Kampala or Entebbe?
Most guests travel to Yebo Safari Camp by road from Kampala or Entebbe, a journey that typically takes 5-7 hours, depending on road conditions and ferry crossings. Alternatively, charter flights are available to airstrips near Murchison Falls National Park, followed by a shorter road transfer to the camp. The camp can assist with transfer arrangements.
What safety measures are in place at Yebo Safari Camp, especially regarding wildlife and health?
Yebo Safari Camp maintains trained staff and security personnel to ensure guest safety within the camp perimeter, especially given its proximity to wildlife. Guests are advised to follow camp guidelines, particularly regarding movement after dark, and to take standard malaria precautions as Uganda is a malaria-risk area.