The Pearl of Africa: gorilla trekking, chimpanzee tracking and the source of the Nile.
Uganda a Country Gifted by Nature, with an incredible natural scenery and a rich assortment of tribes and cultures. Travelling to Uganda, you will be rewarded with the everlasting memory of its beauty, safety, accessibility and friendliness. The natural beauty of its people and its landscapes are extraordinary. It is one of the most appealing nations and the country with the friendliest people of all the African Countries.
Uganda is bordered by the Republic of Sudan to the North, the Republic of Kenya to the East, the Democratic Republic of Congo to the West and then, Tanzania, Rwanda and Burundi to the south. Uganda, known as the “Pearl of Africa,” is one of East Africa’s most diverse and rewarding tourist destinations, offering a unique combination of spectacular landscapes, abundant wildlife, rich cultures, and unforgettable adventure experiences. From the mist-covered mountains of Bwindi and Mgahinga, home to the endangered mountain gorillas, to the chimpanzee-filled forests of Kibale, Uganda provides exceptional opportunities for primate tracking and wildlife encounters. Visitors can also enjoy classic safari experiences in destinations such as Queen Elizabeth National Park and Murchison Falls National Park, where elephants, lions, hippos, giraffes, buffaloes, and numerous bird species can be observed in their natural habitats. Beyond wildlife, Uganda offers breathtaking scenery, including the mighty Murchison Falls, the Rwenzori Mountains, Lake Victoria, and the lush landscapes of the Nile region. Cultural experiences, community visits, hiking, birdwatching, boat safaris, and adventure activities along the River Nile further enrich the travel experience. With its warm and welcoming people, remarkable biodiversity, dramatic scenery, and authentic travel experiences, Uganda is an ideal destination for travellers seeking a memorable African adventure that combines wildlife, nature, culture, and exploration
Summary
Ecologically, Uganda is where the East African savannah meets the West African jungle. Where else but in this impossibly lush country can one observe lions (not forgetting the unique tree climbing lions in Ishasha) prowling the open plains in the morning and track chimpanzees through the rainforest undergrowth, then the next day navigate tropical channels teeming with hippos and crocodiles before setting off into the misty mountains to stare deep into the eyes of a mountain gorilla? Certainly, Uganda is the only safari destination whose range of forest primates is as impressive as its selection of plain antelopes. And this verdant biodiversity is further attested to by Uganda’s status as by far the smallest of the four African countries whose bird checklist tops the 1,000 marks.
The primate capital of Africa, best known for chimpanzee trekking.
Uganda's most remote and rugged wilderness park, with wildlife unique in the country.
Uganda's smallest and most accessible savanna park, known for zebras and walking safaris.
Uganda's smallest park, a volcanic sanctuary for gorillas and golden monkeys.
Uganda's largest and oldest park, centered on the Nile's most dramatic waterfall.
The park is best known as the world's premier destination for mountain gorilla trekking. It is home to more than half of the world's remaining mountain gorilla population, and it's the only place on Earth where mountain gorillas and chimpanzees share the same ecosystem
The park is best known for its exceptional biodiversity and its famous tree climbing lions, most often seen resting in the fig trees of the Ishasha sector. More than 95 mammal species
A full-day, in-depth version of chimp trekking in Kibale where visitors follow researchers habituating chimps from dawn nest-departure to dusk.
Forest hikes (Kibale, Kyambura Gorge, Budongo, Semuliki) tracking wild chimpanzee troops through the canopy and undergrowth.
Trekking through bamboo forest in Mgahinga to observe endangered golden monkeys, an activity unique to the Virunga region.
n extended, small-group version of trekking where visitors join researchers acclimatizing a gorilla family to human presence, offering up to four hours of observation time.
Ranger-led walks through forest or wetland habitats for close encounters with smaller wildlife, flora, and birdlife, offered in nearly every park.
Morning and evening drives through prime wildlife territory with expert spotters.
R & M Wild Safaris