Lake Kyoga: Uganda's Shallow Nile Lake in the Heart of the Country
A broad, shallow lake whose shoreline is a maze of papyrus and swamps.
Lake Kyoga lies in central Uganda, between Lake Victoria and Lake Albert on the course of the Victoria Nile. It is very shallow, with an irregular shoreline of papyrus swamps and many arms, making it a haven for waterbirds and an important fishery.
It is not a standard safari stop but is passed on the way to Murchison Falls and the north. See lakes in Uganda and birding tours.
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At a glance
- Region: Central and northern Uganda
- Fed by: Victoria Nile
- Shape: Shallow and irregular
- Known for: Wetlands and fishing
The Nile Through Kyoga
The Victoria Nile leaves Lake Victoria at Jinja, crosses the lake system of Kyoga and continues over Karuma Falls to Murchison. See the Nile in Uganda.
Birds and Wetlands
Papyrus wetlands support shoebills and other waterbirds, though sightings are not guaranteed. See shoebill tracking.
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