Unveiling Uganda: Your Ultimate Guide to the 10 Best Places to Visit

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1. Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

Places to visit in Uganda don’t get more iconic than Bwindi. This UNESCO-listed park is home to roughly half the world’s 1000 mountain gorillas. Trekking through the dense rainforest to spend an hour with these gentle giants is an experience you’ll never forget. Bwindi also boasts 348 bird species and 120 mammal species, including chimpanzees and several types of monkeys.

2. Murchison Falls National Park

Uganda’s largest national park is bisected by the Victoria Nile, which squeezes through a 7-metre gorge to create the thunderous Murchison Falls. The park’s grasslands, woodlands and forests are home to 76 mammal species and 451 birds. Take a boat cruise to the base of the falls, spot crocodiles and hippos, and watch elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, and lions roam the plains.

3. Queen Elizabeth National Park

Scenic Queen Elizabeth National Park has a bit of everything. Expect lion prides lounging in fig trees, enormous elephant herds, lazy crocodiles on the Kazinga Channel, chimpanzees swinging through Kyambura Gorge, and over 600 colourful bird species. Game drives, boat cruises, chimp tracking and birdwatching are the top activities in this diverse park.

4. Kibale National Park

Kibale’s lush tropical rainforest has the highest density of primates in Africa. The star attraction is the 1,500 chimpanzees, and watching them whooping and swinging through the trees is unforgettable. You can also spot red colobus monkeys, L’Hoest’s monkeys, grey-cheeked mangabeys, and more. Kibale is also a top spot for birdwatching, with 372 recorded species.

5. Jinja

Set at the source of the Nile on the shores of Lake Victoria, Jinja is Uganda’s adrenaline capital. Tackle Grade 5 rapids while whitewater rafting, bungee jump 44 metres over the Nile, or race quad bikes through the jungle. For something more relaxed, try kayaking, stand up paddleboarding, or horseback rides along the river. Jinja has accommodation for all budgets and great restaurants and cafes.

6. Lake Bunyonyi

If you’re looking for tranquility, head to Lake Bunyonyi in southwestern Uganda. Dotted with 29 islands and surrounded by terraced hillsides, Bunyonyi is a perfect place to unwind. Spend your days swimming, canoeing, hiking, and birdwatching. Don’t miss the Batwa cultural experience to learn about these indigenous forest people.

7. Mgahinga Gorilla National Park

Mgahinga may be Uganda’s smallest national park, but it packs a punch. Track endangered mountain gorillas in the dense forests, spot striking golden monkeys, or climb a dormant volcano. The park also offers Batwa cultural encounters and cave visits. Mgahinga forms part of the Virunga Conservation Area along with parks in Rwanda and DR Congo.

8. Kidepo Valley National Park

Isolated Kidepo in Uganda’s far northeast is one of Africa’s last great wilderness areas. This vast savanna park has a staggering density of wildlife, and you’ll often have sightings all to yourself. Look out for lions, leopards, cheetahs, hyenas, zebras, giraffes, and huge buffalo herds. For something different, visit the Ik people, an indigenous community in the Morungole Mountains.

9. Rwenzori Mountains National Park

The fabled ‘Mountains of the Moon’ offer some of the best hiking and climbing in Africa. Rwenzori National Park has glaciers, snowfields, waterfalls and lakes in a strange, beautiful alpine world. Hikes range from one day to two weeks. Though Wildlife is scarce, you might spot chimpanzees, colobus monkeys, the rare Rwenzori duiker, and unusual bird species.

10. Entebbe

Most visitors to Uganda fly into Entebbe, but don’t rush off. This charming town on Lake Victoria has a lot to offer. Visit the Uganda Wildlife Education Centre to see native wildlife up close. Stroll through the lush Entebbe Botanical Gardens. Take a boat trip to Ngamba Island Chimpanzee Sanctuary. And enjoy sunsets and fresh fish at laid-back lakeside restaurants.

Getting Around Uganda

The easiest way to visit Uganda’s top tourist places is by car, especially with a driver-guide. Entebbe is the main international airport, and most Uganda safaris start and end here. Domestic flights link some parks.

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From the lush rainforests of Bwindi to the majestic Murchison Falls, Uganda’s natural beauty will captivate you. With friendly locals, delectable cuisine, and unforgettable wildlife experiences, Uganda promises a trip like no other. So, when will you explore the Pearl of Africa?