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Uganda

Uganda known as ‘The Pearl of Africa’ due to its snow-capped mountains and it hosts a part of the Nile River. Guests travelling to the country will be amazed by its bird species, hot springs, forests, national parks and, of course, the Mountain Gorillas.

Welcome to Uganda

Introduction

Uganda offers natural beauty and is rich in tribal culture with over 30 indigenous languages and 5 linguistic groups. Locals in Uganda are of the Batwa and Bambuti Pygmy tribes, showcasing their unique music art and handcrafts for visitors. Popular sites within Uganda include the UNESCO World Heritage Sites; Nyero Rock Shelter, Kasubi tombs, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and the newly discovered homes of early mankind in Karamoja.

Uganda is home to the second largest lake in the world, Lake Victoria, which forms the source of the Nile. Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi National Park is a once in a lifetime experience, walking through dense rain forests in search of the gorilla families. Other primate species and many birds are also spotted on a gorilla trek.Uganda has ten national parks, ten wildlife reserves and seven wildlife sanctuaries.Chimpanzee tracking in Kibale National Park and tree climbing lions in Queen Elizabeth National Park are top reasons to visit Uganda.

Things to do in Uganda

Gorilla Trekking - in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park: arguably the most powerful wildlife experience on Earth. Hike through thick forests and hang out with some of the last remaining Mountain Gorillas in the wild.

Chimpanzee Trekking - in Kibale National Park: visit our closest living ancestors in the wild. You can't help but notice the similarities between them and us - and they have a dark side that's even more captivating.

Visit the tree-climbing lions of Queen Elizabeth National Park: Uganda's most bio-diverse national park, the Ishasha sector of Queens is home to a group of big cats found overhead in their tree-top outposts.