Jeisking Tours Ltd is more glad to welcomes  you to the “Pearl of Africa” which is one of the most stunning safari destination in Africa. The country is blessed with a diversity of fascinating tourist attractions ranging from; the snow peaked Mountains, the dense misty tropical forests, the sweeping Savannas as well as mesmerizing water bodies. Despite the Endangered mountain gorillas being the allure of most visitors that travel to Uganda, there is a wide range of outstanding tourist attractions that can be explored on a Uganda safari.

In this article, we present to you the 6 great top tourist attractions in Uganda which you need to consider on activity bucket list

Bwindi Impenetrable Forests National Park

Bwindi forest is situated in the south western region of Uganda along the edges of the great rift valley. The park is dominated by the misty and most biodiversity rainforest on its hillsides and it has been in existence for over 25,000 years. Bwindi forest is not only a rich ecosystem in Africa but it is also  ranked as the best destination to enjoy Mountain gorilla trekking experience.

Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park hosts almost half of the remaining mountain gorilla population in world with about 19 habituated gorilla families that are ready for gorilla tourism. These families have been made available in the various four sectors of the park such as Buhoma sector, Rushaga, Nkuringo sector and Buhoma sector. To see the mountain gorillas in Uganda, you need to purchase a gorilla permit from the Uganda wildlife Authority which costs 700 USD per person per day. It is important to note the UWA allows only 8 people to meet with the mountain gorillas per day and on this note, you need to make advance booking at least 6 months prior to the date of travel so that you don’t miss out on the trekking experience since the permits are very competitive and they can get sold out very fast due to the high demand especially in the peak season

Although gorilla trekking experience is the major key activity in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park, there are other exciting activities that can be enjoyed when you take a tour the park such as; Batwa cultural experience, hiking, bird watching among others. And if you point out any of the above, they can be combined together with your gorilla trekking adventure safari to the park.

Queen Elizabeth National park

Queen Elizabeth National Park is not only among the oldest national park but it is also the second largest protected following the might Murchison falls national park. it is the only park in Uganda where you get an insight to spot the famous tree climbing lions that are sight in the Ishasha sector of the park. Queen Elizabeth National Park is situated in western region of Uganda, it is one of the most visited national park due to the astounding diversity of wildlife that is spotted in diverse ecosystems that favors the survival of these wonderful animals which include; humid forests, shady, the vast Savannah vegetation, fertile wetlands as well as sparkling lakes. Game drives safaris in the park is extremely rewarding due to the huge populations of impressive wildlife like the populations of Elephants, African  buffaloes, the Uganda Kobs, big numbers of lions, antelopes, bushbucks, warthogs among others.

A trip to queen Elizabeth national park allows you a chance to enjoy Chimpanzee Trekking Experience at an affordable rate in Kyambura gorge that costs 50 USD cheaper compared to Kibale Forest national park where the chimpanzee trekking costs $200 USD. There is a wide range rewarding tourists attractions and activities that visitor can enjoy in the such as; Boat cruise on Kazinga channel that exposes you numerous wildlife like the thousands of hippos, Nile crocodiles, herds of elephants at the showers among others.

Mountain Rwenzori National Park

Also known as the mountains of the moon, Mountain Rwenzori is an Important tourist attraction that is recognized as a UNSECO World heritage site situated in western Uganda along the border of Uganda and DR-Congo. Mountain Rwenzori ranges hosts the third highest peak in Africa and the slopes of the mountain are dominated by bamboo, moorland and the moist rain forests. Mountain Rwenzori National Park is one of the great birder’s paradise with over 217 bird species where about 19 are Albertine endemic whilst others are rare in the world vegetation. Book with us and grab a chance to explore the mountain Rwenzori that has a lot to offer.

Murchison Falls National Park

Also, the largest and oldest protected area, Murchison Falls National Park is home to the might mesmerizing Murchison falls which is the major tourist attraction in the park. The park is located in the north east region of Uganda along the Kampala Gulu highway. The park has a lot offer to all visitor that visit the park such as; birding watching, Wildlife game viewing, chimpanzee trekking,  boat cruise experience among others.

Kibale Forest national park

Kibale forest national park is the best chimpanzee trekking destination in Africa with other 10400 chimpanzee population that have been habituated and open for chimpanzee safaris. it is also renown home to  over 13 primate species including the chimpanzees, olive baboons and monkeys. It is one of the great birding destination hosting over 375 species of birds. A tour to Kibale forest national park gives you an opportunity to enjoy activities such as; chimpanzee trekking and habituation, guided nature walks, birding, community visits among others.

River Nile in Jinja

Jinja is also  known as the “Adventure capital of Uganda” and it is home to the source of the River Nile – the longest river in Africa that pours its water to the Mediterranean sea. A tour to River Nile in jinja allows you to enjoy a diversity of Adventure sports activities such as; White Water Rafting, Bungee Jumping, kayaking, jet engine boat cruise that allows you explore the Source of the Nile among others.

For more information about how to book a Uganda safari this season, with above reliable facts, feel free to get in touch with our travel experts by sending an email on info@gorillaugandasafaribookings.com or call us directly on +256-775630809 or +256-701343598  to speak directly to our reservations team.