Highlights Of Uganda

Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park

While it may be an arduous trek through one of Africa’s oldest jungles, it’s difficult to find a wildlife encounter as magical as meeting a family of mountain gorillas nesting in their natural habitat. For those who are keen to have their very own Diane Fossey moment, Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park is home to half of the world’s last remaining mountain gorilla where trekking through the jungle mist in anticipation of encountering these great apes is an experience that can only be described as spectacular

Jinja

Just two hours from Kampala, this colourful colonial town is regarded as East Africa’s adrenaline capital, and perfectly positioned at the start of the Nile River. If plunging 43 meters into the air before dipping into the waters of the Nile sounds appealing, then Bungee Jumping is guaranteed to impress. Or adventure-lovers can test their thrill limits on the voluminous white-water rapids of the Nile River with activities like white-water rafting, river boarding and kayaking. The lush scenic beauty of the area makes mountain-biking, quad-biking and horse-riding just a few of the adventure activities that are much-loved by visitors to Jinja

Rwenzori Mountains National Park

For the brave of heart, the opportunity to straddle the Equator atop the highest mountain range in Africa, is one not to be missed. Utterly awe-inspiring and shrouded in mist the Rwenzori Mountains is an absolute must if for those who want to experience Uganda’s jagged peaks, also known as the mountains of the moon. This UNESCO World Heritage Site offers stunning scenery consisting of waterfalls, lakes, rivers, glaciers, and forests that shelter forest mammals and over 170 species of birds. Visitors are likely to come across chimpanzees swinging from the treetops and forest elephants meandering through the undergrowth. Those who are keen on hiking the great mountains, will find that it takes a minimum of 10 days to summit the peak (Margherita: 5109 m).

Ssese Islands

While Uganda is a landlocked country, holidaymakers can still get that tropical beach vibe at Ssese’s lush archipelago of 84 islands along Lake Victoria’s north-western shore. Each island differs in size, shape, scenery and wildlife so island hopping is a great way to explore what each has to offer. Apart from kicking back and relaxing on pristine white sandy beaches, visitors can enjoy kayaking, swimming, horse-riding, windsurfing, hiking through the heavy rainforest and stargazing when the sun sets. Walking through the different villages and interacting with the locals and learning about their culture is a popular activity here.

Queen Elizabeth National Park

The Queen Elizabeth National Park in the western part of the country is the perfect destination for a Uganda Wildlife Safari. The savanna grasslands here are the best place to see lions, including the famous Tree Climbing Lions and there’s ample opportunities to see the likes of elephants, leopards, hippos, and giraffes. The park boasts a great diversity of habitats that include lakes, forests and wetlands that serve as home to the biggest variety of large mammals in the country. In addition to the customary early morning and evening game drives, there are various safari options to explore this amazing area from lake cruises to hot air balloon tours, as well as chimp tracking expeditions through the verdant forests of the park.