Uganda, in East Africa, is what boosted up the tourism of Africa after a lull it showed post the Ghana conflict. Owing to its rich biodiversity and exotic flora and fauna, Uganda has eventually emerged as a favourite tourist spot for backpackers around the world. Along with its biodiversity, Uganda is unique and versatile when it comes to its landscape as well. Comprising of ice-capped peaks of the Rwenzori Mountains or the vast tranquillity of Lake Victoria, Uganda is indeed a land of scenic surprises. But the most sought-after attraction of the country is perhaps the exquisite wildlife spotting that can be indulged in here. The most popular offering of Uganda, however, is the ever-fascinating Uganda safari.
Consisting of more than its share of wildlife reserves and national parks full of rare species such as mountain gorillas, ape buffaloes, African elephants as well as African lions as well as exotic birds, the wildlife safaris are perhaps the ultimate selling point of Uganda tourism. It might be a little difficult to decide on what to leave in and what to leave out of your itinerary when a trip to Uganda is in question, but do not fret. We have come here gallantly to your rescue and listed out the top 4 things that you have to try out when you are in this myriad landscape.
1. Go Gorilla Trekking in the Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
As one of the three places in the world that boasts of the rare mountain gorillas, the Bwindi Impenetrable National Forest is rightly a UNESCO acclaimed World Heritage Site. However, apart from these rare species, the Bwindi Impenetrable National Forest is also home to many exotic and rare birds which can be spotted in the wilds once you are inside the dense green surroundings of the forest.
2. Embark on the Safari of your life at the Queen Elizabeth National Park
If you are lucky enough to be on a safari at the Queen Elizabeth National Park Safari, you might just spot an African lion taking a leisurely albeit royal walk around the enchanting Kidepo valley rocks. From boating in the Kaziranga channel to indulging in gorilla tracking, you must never skip the Queen Elizabeth National Park Safari when in Uganda.
3. Get Awed by the Murchison Falls
The Murchison Falls National Park is another national park which is an extremely popular spot to visit for the tourists in Uganda because of the exotic and tall Murchison Falls it is home to. The scenic trail to the falls itself stores magnificent sights for sore eyes as well as ample wildlife spotting.
4. Enjoy a walk through Kampala
If exploring the intricacies of the lifestyle of the people of the country you are visiting has always been on your agenda, this tour is ideal for you. Consisting of many local attractions as well as a suitable exhibition of the Ugandan lifestyle, the walk through Kampala is surely going to impress you.
Apart from them, there are also a lot of other places that are must do when you come here from visiting Lake Bunyonyi to indulging in Nalubale White-Water Rafting. However, if you are really on a tight schedule and cannot pack in all the great deals, we suggest you go for these picks.