Ugandan Safari

Ugandan Safari

Uganda is one of the best countries in Africa to experience wilderness and watch wildlife up close on an amazing safari. The country is home to over half of Africa’s remaining mountain gorillas and has diverse ecosystems ranging from tropical rainforests to savannah grasslands.

Some of the top national parks for a Ugandan safari include Queen Elizabeth National Park, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Mgahinga Gorilla National Park and Murchison Falls National Park. Queen Elizabeth National Park is vast with many varieties of animals like elephants, lions, buffalo and hippos that gather around the Kazinga Channel, which connects two lakes. Bwindi is famous for its family troops of rare mountain gorillas that can be tracked through lush tropical jungle. Mgahinga shares a border with Virunga National Park in Rwanda and the Virunga volcanoes make for scenic backdrops.

Murchison Falls National Park is ideal for the perfect combination of wilderness and thrills with its thunderous Murchison Falls and the “Devil’s Cauldron” where the Nile River crashes through a six-meter gorge. Safari activities there include game drives, boat rides and hiking. You’ll see hippos, crocodiles, elephants, giraffes and over 450 bird species.

Whether you’re looking for chimpanzees, gorillas, the “Big Five” large African animals or over 1,000 species of birds, an open-vehicle safari in any of Uganda’s national parks allows travelers to get very close to diverse wildlife in their natural habitats. The country also offers budget-friendly accommodations like comfortable eco-lodges and campsites to enjoy the beauty of nature. An ideal time to visit is during the dry season from June to February when game visibility is the best. I hope this overview gave you a nice introduction to the thrilling safari experiences awaiting in Uganda!