UGANDA
ICONIC PLACES TO VISIT | SAFARI IDEAS | THINGS TO DO | BEST TIME TO VISIT | TRAVEL INFORMATION
Uganda located in East Africa is a country blessed with remarkable biodiversity and tourist attractions. It’s no wonder Winston Churchill described her as the “Pearl of Africa”
Uganda is not Africa’s most visited destination, but which makes it even the better for those that chose to do visit - away from the tourist masses in other destinations, you can have a piece of Africa, all to yourself, even if just for a moment.
Uganda once described by Winston Churchill as the "Pearl of Africa" is arguably the most diverse destination in Africa, it’s famously known for;
- Having half of the world’s critically endangered mountain gorillas found in 2 locations (Bwindi NP & Mgahinga NP)
- The highest concentration of primates including habituated chimpanzees in 3 different parks (Kibale NP, Murchison Falls NP and Queen Elizabeth NP)
- Wild game (the big five) that can be seen on game drives and launch cruises
- One of the world’s best bird watching destinations with multiple rare species of birds seen on both land and fresh water lakes
- The majestic River Nile, the world longest river, pouring into the 2nd largest fresh water body, Lake Victoria, which sits across the Equator
- On your Journey through Uganda you will see some of the most incredible scenery with a mix of high mountain ranges and flat landscapes. You will not only be blown away by the beauty of the country but you will also meet the most hospitable enthusiastic people