WHERE IS UGANDA? | WHY GO ON A SAFARI IN UGANDA?
We work and live in Uganda; we are travel safari specialists in Uganda destination, curating extraordinary safari experiences for our travelers, helping them to discover the teeming hidden gems of Uganda country. At East Africa Safari Guides Safari Company, we will always go the extra mile to find personalized Uganda Safari tours that match your budget, time, and wishes.
The Pearl of Africa is another name for Uganda; Uganda is one of the East African Countries across the equator. In the East, Uganda borders Kenya, Tanzania in the south, Sudan in the North, the Democratic Republic of Congo in the West, and Rwanda in the Southwest. Uganda is popularly known for it is premium wildlife and beautiful landscapes.
Wildlife Safari Tours in Uganda
Uganda is well-known for its giant wild animals, Mountain Gorillas, great lakes, thick forests, and savannah grasslands. These treasures make Uganda one of the finest places to visit on your holiday in Africa. Uganda Safari Cost makes it an affordable African Safari Destination over other countries like Tanzania, Kenya, Rwanda, South Africa, Namibia, and Botswana.
Gorillas Trekking in Uganda.
The World’s significant Mountain Gorillas inhabit Uganda; watching these gorillas right close to your eyes and in their habitat draws the best attractive safari experiences in Africa. Most of our traveler’s experiences are epic and treasured memories that will last forever.
Most of the excellent wildlife experiences you will embark on while on an African Safari tour is the Gorillas Trekking tour in Uganda; there’s no exaggeration of the unbeatable experience. It will capture your attention, spending time with your tracking guide looking for the gorillas.
Where can I find Gorillas in Uganda?
- Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
- Mgahinga Gorilla National Park
Golden Monkeys Safaris in Uganda
One endangered species found in a few national parks on Earth is available in Uganda and can only be seen in Mgahinga Gorilla National Park. They are easily spotted as they do not swing around like Gorillas.
Golden Monkeys feed on bamboo shoots and live in a group of 30 members looking after their territory; you will need a Golden Monkeys tracking permit in advance, and your East Africa Safari Guides Company will obtain it for you. Usually, trekking starts early, at 7 am, after the tour briefing; your trekking guide will instruct you where to go because it depends on where they slept last night. Usually, you will spend two hours with them after reaching where they are.
Where can I find Golden Monkeys in Uganda?
- Mgahinga Gorilla National Park
Chimpanzees Safaris in Uganda
Humans share nearly 90% of their DNA with Chimpanzees; this draws attention to the fact that we are closest relative to chimps. You will spend time with them and learn how they adapt to their environment and how they can quickly understand your emotions. You will visit the areas where they live with your ranger guide, come closer to them, and take as many pictures as you want. Guides will tell you both educational and funny facts about Chimpanzees.
Where can I see the Chimpanzees in Uganda?
- Kibale National Park
- Murchison Falls National Park
- Kyambura Gorge,
- Budongo Forest Reserve,
- Semliki Wildlife Reserve
- Queen Elizabeth National Park
General Wildlife Safaris in Uganda.
Uganda hosts wildlife, including Leopards, cheetahs, and lions. You can see them almost in each national park you visit. However, the best sights of these animals are Queen Elizabeth National Park, Murchison Falls National Park, and Semliki Wildlife Reserve. These National Parks boasts the savannah grasslands that are suitable habitat for these big cats.
Alongside the big cats, other animals like Hippos, Elephants, crocodiles, African buffaloes, and Antelopes are also available in Uganda; more than 6,000 elephants live in these National Parks regardless of the quick vanishing due to poaching activities.
Avian species in Uganda are no exception for birding lovers and photographers. From March to May and November, Uganda experienced the highest number of migratory birds, making it the best bird safari destination.
Safari Accommodations in Uganda
Uganda has many options for lodgings and ultra-luxury safari lodges. The hotels/lodges symbolize the greater sense of wildlife and provide the best possible African Safari experience. The government of Uganda implemented the best policies to attract investors to invest in building luxurious hotels and lodges.
Choosing your accommodation depends on what you want to see; there are many budget and luxury hotels and lodges, Sanctuary Gorilla Forest Camp, Bwindi Forest, Volcanoes Bwindi Lodge, Bwindi Forest, Apoka Lodge, Kidepo Valley and Wildwaters lodges in Jinja to name a few.
