Uganda Safaris

Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park

Enter one of Africa's most remarkable rainforests for an unforgettable encounter with endangered mountain gorillas. Trek through dense vegetation and ancient forest to spend precious moments observing these extraordinary primates in their natural habitat. Bwindi also offers guided forest walks, exceptional birdwatching, cultural encounters, and the Batwa experience, providing a deeper understanding of the forest and the people connected to it.

Mgahinga Gorilla National Park

Combine gorilla trekking and golden monkey tracking with adventurous hikes through the Virunga volcanoes. The park provides access to Mount Muhabura, Mount Gahinga, and Mount Sabyinyo, each offering its own distinctive scenery and challenge. Encounters with the Batwa add another layer to the experience, connecting visitors with the cultural heritage of the region.

Kibale Forest National Park

For chimpanzee lovers, Kibale Forest National Park is one of Uganda's premier destinations. Follow experienced trackers into the forest for chimpanzee trekking or spend more time observing habituated chimpanzee communities through habituation experiences. Guided nature walks, birdwatching, and encounters with numerous monkey species make Kibale an exceptional destination for anyone fascinated by life in the rainforest.

Murchison Falls National Park

Combine classic game viewing with the extraordinary scenery of the Nile. Game drives offer opportunities to encounter elephants, lions, buffaloes, giraffes, hippos, crocodiles, and numerous antelope species, while boat safaris along the Victoria Nile bring you closer to wildlife gathered along the riverbanks. The journey is crowned by Murchison Falls, where the immense Nile is squeezed through a remarkably narrow gorge before plunging downstream.

Queen Elizabeth National Park

Offers an impressive combination of wildlife, waterways, forests, crater lakes, and open plains. Explore the Kasenyi Plains on game drives, look for the famous tree-climbing lions of Ishasha, cruise the wildlife-rich Kazinga Channel, and discover the volcanic landscapes and crater lakes surrounding the park. Its variety makes it one of Uganda's most rewarding safari destinations.

Kidepo Valley National Park

For travellers seeking remoteness and a stronger sense of wilderness, Kidepo Valley National Park offers Uganda at its most untamed. Explore the Kidepo and Narus valleys on game drives and nature walks, surrounded by vast landscapes and dramatic mountain backdrops. Birdwatching and wildlife viewing can be combined with cultural visits to the Karamojong people, offering insight into one of Uganda's most distinctive pastoral cultures.

Lake Mburo National Park

Safari takes on a more intimate character. Enjoy game drives, walking safaris, horseback adventures, cycling, boat cruises, and birdwatching across peaceful landscapes dotted with acacia woodland and rolling grasslands. Zebra, impala, eland, buffalo, and many other species make Lake Mburo an excellent addition to a longer Ugandan itinerary.

Mount Elgon National Park

Offers rewarding hikes through a changing sequence of landscapes. Trails pass through montane forests, bamboo zones, waterfalls, caves, and open mountain terrain, creating an experience that is as much about the journey as reaching the destination. The area also provides excellent opportunities for wildlife encounters and birdwatching.

Mount Rwenzori – Mountains of the Moon

Rises dramatically along Uganda's western frontier. Its highest point, Margherita Peak at 5,109 metres, is Africa's third-highest summit. For experienced climbers and adventurous travellers, the Rwenzori range offers an extraordinary high-altitude journey through lush forests, bamboo zones, giant lobelias, alpine valleys, glaciers, and rugged mountain terrain. Reaching its peaks is a demanding but deeply rewarding experience.

Semuliki National Park

Offers a completely different landscape at the meeting point of Uganda's Albertine Rift and the Congo Basin. Explore ancient lowland rainforest on guided walks, search for diverse primates and forest birds, and visit the remarkable Sempaya Hot Springs, where geothermal waters rise dramatically from beneath the earth.

Uganda's Waterfalls

Add another dimension to the country's natural beauty. Witness the immense power of Murchison Falls, explore the picturesque Sipi Falls near Mount Elgon, discover the dramatic Karuma Falls along the Nile, and visit Itanda Falls and Busowoko Falls, where the Nile provides opportunities for rafting and tubing adventures. You can also explore the area around the Source of the Nile, where the river begins its remarkable journey northwards.

Top Birding Destinations

For dedicated birdwatchers, highlights include:

Other rewarding birding locations include Mabamba Bay, Entebbe Botanical Gardens, Budongo Forest, the Royal Mile in Budongo, Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary, and the forests, wetlands, and lakeshores surrounding Lake Victoria.