Mpanga Falls Kibale are found in Fort Portal town, in western Uganda. Mpanga Falls have a unique ecosystem since they are home to the critically endangered cycads (encephelartos whitelockii). The falls are however under heavy land pressure. The other name for the falls is called ‘Beaton Falls’, which are 50m high with a magnificent sight and well worth a visit.
Mpanga Falls are fifty (50) meters high waterfall along the Mpanga River at Mount Karubaguma, just 15 kilometers flowing into Lake George. Mpanga Falls Kibale is enclosed by a steep gorge, which is surrounded by the Uganda giant cycad, a unique vegetation type and one of Africa’s largest cycad colonies. It is a critically endangered species, endemic to this single area.
Mpanga gorge is located in one of the remotest corners of Queen Elizabeth National Park in south western Uganda and therefore you need permission from the park’s authority at Kebuko village which is 28km from Kamwenge, to access it. From Kamwenge, you can use a special hire or boda boda (motorcycle taxis) to cover the 22km to the Gorge.
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Mpanga Falls are fifty (50) meters high waterfall along the Mpanga River at Mount Karubaguma, just 15 kilometers flowing into Lake George. Mpanga Falls Kibale is enclosed by a steep gorge, which is surrounded by the Uganda giant cycad, a unique vegetation type and one of Africa’s largest cycad colonies. It is a critically endangered species, endemic to this single area.
Besides visiting Mpanga Falls Kibale, you can also visit Muhoma Falls in Kibale Forest National Park, one of the most peaceful and beautiful falls. Take a wild game safari to Queen Elizabeth National Park for the tree-climbing lions, buffaloes, giant African elephants and many beautiful birds. You can also head further south to Bwindi Forest National Park for an amazing gorilla tour, one of the most amazing safari experiences in Africa.