Uganda is friendly, fascinating, and full of adventure. It is widely regarded as one of Africa’s safer destinations. Safe, small and with a perpetually springlike climate, it is a real treat when it comes to African travel. With a tapestry of landscapes, snow-peaked mountains, glassy lakes, excellent wildlife watching and welcoming locals, it is no wonder Winston Churchill dubbed this the “pearl of Africa”. Whether you are looking for mountain gorillas – the country’s primary allure -- wildlife safaris, volcano trekking, whitewater rafting or just kicking back on the beach, Uganda has the best of Africa covered.
The Safari takes you all around Uganda and generates life time Memory.
Ten national parks protect over half of the world’s mountain gorillas, along with chimpanzees, rare golden monkeys and a classic safari checklist including leopards, lions, elephants and hippos. Over 1,000 species of birds – more than 10 percent of all the world’s species.
[Top 5 national parks in Uganda]
1. Murchison Falls National park
Murchison Falls National Park is the largest national park in Uganda, located in the northwest of the country. The falls are not large, but they do live up to their name as the most powerful waterfall in the world. Here, the wide Victoria Nile River makes a sudden turn and is squeezed into a channel only 7 meters wide, pouring down from a height of 45 meters with 300,000 liters of water per second. It has been called "the most spectacular view on the Nile River at 6,650 kilometers long". From 1980s, the wildlife population has recovered considerably and the lush grasslands of the northern Nile are home to all the animals, minus the crowds, which can be seen by car. It is the perfect way to spy elephants, buffalo, crocs and loads of hippos while relaxing on the boat with a beer and enjoy the view of the waterfalls.
2. Queen Elizabeth National park
Queen Elizabeth National Park is a 1978 square kilometer park located in southwestern Uganda and is Africa's most famous safari park and Uganda's most popular national park. It is famous for its biodiversity and volcanic remains. The park has a variety of landscapes such as savannah, bush, wetlands and dense forests, and is home to more than 95 species of animals and 612 species of birds, the largest bird population in East Africa. Queen Elizabeth National Park for a better chance of spotting the elusive leopard or its trademark tree-climbing lions. The park is dotted with volcanic lakes, which always give the impression that aliens came here and left so many beautiful little lakes. Such a magnificent view is impressive for all.
3. Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park spans 331 square kilometers of bush, mountain, and lowland forest, making this national park in Uganda an extraordinary and impenetrable forest area. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the best places to close encounter with mountain gorillas.
The national park is best known for its population of endangered mountain gorillas, half of the world's mountain gorillas, as well as many other species, and is recognized as one of the richest ecosystems in Africa. There are up to 120 species of mammals, 348 species of birds and 220 species of butterflies, more than 1,000 species of flowering plants, more than 100 different tree species and 163 species of ferns.
The landscapes are dramatic and exciting - every scene seems to stand in the mist of the mountains.
4. Kibale Forest National Park
Kibale National Park is located in western Uganda, Africa, about 320 kilometers west of the country's capital, Kampala, and adjacent to Queen Elizabeth National Park. The park was established in 1993 to protect the rainforest; it covers 776 square kilometers and is one of Uganda's most popular eco-tourism and safari destinations.
With more than 250 species of plants, Kibale National Park is green, creating a feeling of prosperity as soon as you enter the park; the dense forest, the occasional colorful wildflower and butterfly, and the bird's nests in the tall trees add a touch of color and harmony to the park. Kibale National Park is home to 335 bird species and more than 10 species of primates, many of which are endangered. Kibale National Park is home to 335 species of birds and more than 10 species of primates, many of which are endangered and rare, making their conservation a priority.
5. Lake Mburo national park
Lake Mburo National Park is conveniently located in the Mbarara District of Western Uganda, just 30 kilometers from the largest city in the district, Mbarara. Although the park covers an area of only 260 square kilometers, it is rich in flora and fauna and is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Uganda.
Lake Mburo National Park has a rich variety of landscapes and natural features including large wetlands, rolling hills, beautiful lakes, barren slopes, jagged rocks, dense jungle shrubs, open grasslands, dense forests, etc., which provide conditions for plant and animal life to thrive. Today, the park is home to 68 species of wildlife, including zebra, impala, gazelle, oryx and buffalo, as well as more than 300 species of birds, including whale-headed cranes, yellow songbirds, African belly-footed cranes, notched cranes, brown-breasted weeping birds, tabla-tailed warblers, sand cones, and white-winged songbirds, among which the whale-headed crane is listed as a bird of great importance. In addition, the park has a mountain called Kazuma, which offers a panoramic view of the park.
Lake Mburo National Park is a very special place, where every corner is full of diversity, interest and color. The park also offers several game drives, along which you can see a variety of lovely animals, dense Arabian forests, bushes, and exotic trees and flowers, making it a great opportunity to get close to nature.
【Uganda Travel Tip】
→ Changing money. Most places outside Kampala/Entebbe don't take credit cards. It is better to exchange cash in advance.
→ If you’re not super fit, we highly suggest taking a day off to relax after doing the gorilla trek at Bwindi National Park. You’ll likely be trekking for several hours in the jungle and your legs will be absolutely killing you the next day.
→ Get yourself a GRAYL water purifying bottle. The tap water in Uganda isn’t safe to drink, and you’ll have to buy bottled water constantly. The GRAYL is a bottle that purifies all sources of water in a matter of seconds by removing bacteria, viruses, and chemicals. You’ll save money in the long run, and you’ll make your trip to this stunning region of the world more environmentally-friendly.
→ Uganda uses type G plugs. Get a universal travel adaptor to make sure you can charge all your electronics while traveling Uganda.
→ Here are some nonstandard things that you’ll need to pack for your safari in Uganda’s national parks.Tissue- even upscale lodges didn't have any in the rooms, also need for roadside stops. Hair conditioner - After hiking in the jungle or sitting in the car with wind and dust, you may need to be able to get a comb through hair. Flashlight - yes, don't forget it. Take less clothing than you think you need. It will all be dirty in a few days anyway.
→ Main taboos:
Do not use your left hand to shake hands or receive or deliver items; do not ask for personal privacy.
It is taboo to mention unlucky numbers such as "13" and "Friday".
Locals have taboos on some gestures: stretching out the left hand, palms down, fingers apart is an act of cursing; talking with fingers is mocking the other person as a douche bag. They also taboo to stick out their tongues because of something. The nomadic Karamoja people taboo to be asked about the number of their cattle and sheep.
People who see people wrapped in black cloth or black gauze from head to toe in the street must not stare curiously. They are Islamic women. Islamic rules stipulate that no part of a woman's body can be exposed to men.
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