DESTINATIONS IN UGANDA
Uganda — the Pearl of Africa — is home to an extraordinary range of national parks, wildlife reserves and natural wonders. Explore our top destinations below.
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Home to nearly half of the world’s mountain gorilla population. A UNESCO World Heritage Site and the premier destination for gorilla trekking in Africa.
Queen Elizabeth National Park
Famous for its tree-climbing lions in Ishasha, hippos at Kazinga Channel, chimpanzees, and over 600 bird species. Uganda’s most popular park.
Murchison Falls National Park
Uganda’s largest national park featuring the mighty Murchison Falls. Home to elephants, lions, leopards, giraffes and hippos on the Victoria Nile.
Kibale Forest National Park
The primate capital of the world. Home to 13 primate species including chimpanzees and red colobus monkeys, plus over 375 bird species.
Kidepo Valley National Park
One of Africa’s most remote and spectacular parks. Home to lions, cheetahs, ostriches, giraffes and over 475 bird species in the far north.
Lake Mburo National Park
Uganda’s smallest savannah park, home to zebras, impalas, hippos, crocodiles and over 350 bird species. Perfect for game drives and boat cruises.
Mgahinga Gorilla National Park
In the Virunga Volcanoes, a haven for mountain gorillas and golden monkeys. Hike the extinct volcanoes for panoramic views of three countries.
Rwenzori Mountains National Park
Africa’s “Mountains of the Moon” — a UNESCO World Heritage Site with glaciers, waterfalls and rare Afro-alpine vegetation. Ideal for mountain trekking.
Mt Elgon National Park
An extinct volcano on the Uganda-Kenya border with the world’s largest volcanic caldera. Famous for cave-dwelling elephants and magnificent waterfalls.
Semuliki National Park
An extension of the Ituri Forest of the Congo Basin, known for hot springs, rare Central African bird species, and diverse primates.