Safari & National Game Parks

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Uganda’s national parks offer uncrowded game viewing, dramatic scenery and exceptional biodiversity. Expect private game drives, boat safaris, expert guiding and refined lodges set deep in the wilderness.

Key Game Parks:

1. Queen Elizabeth National Park
— Big Five, Kazinga Channel boat safaris, tree-climbing lions
2. Murchison Falls National Park — Savannah wildlife, Nile cruises, dramatic waterfalls
3. Kidepo Valley National Park — Remote, rugged landscapes and exclusive wildlife encounters
4. Lake Mburo National Park — Plains game, walking safaris and horseback experiences

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Primate & Forest Destinations

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Uganda is one of the few places on Earth where you can track mountain gorillas and chimpanzees in their natural habitat.

Key Primate Destinations:

1. Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
— Mountain gorilla trekking & habituation
2. Mgahinga Gorilla National Park — Gorilla trekking & golden monkeys
3. Kibale Forest National Park — Chimpanzee tracking & primate diversity

Primate & Forest Destinations

Mountains & Highlands

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Uganda’s mountain regions offer spectacular views, rich biodiversity and serene escapes. These destinations pair well with primate or safari journeys, adding elevation, culture and tranquility.

Key Mountain Regions:

1. Rwenzori Mountains (Mountains of the Moon)
— Glacial peaks, hiking and alpine scenery
2. Mount Elgon National Park — Volcanic landscapes, waterfalls and caves
3. Mgahinga Highlands — Volcanic Virunga range and scenic hiking
4. Kigezi Highlands — Rolling hills and panoramic countryside

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Waterfalls, Rivers & Wonders

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Uganda’s rivers and waterfalls create some of East Africa’s most striking natural spectacles.

Key Natural Features:

1. Murchison Falls
— The Nile exploding through a narrow gorge
2. Sipi Falls — Tiered waterfalls on Mount Elgon’s slopes
3. River Nile (Jinja) — Source of the Nile, scenic river experiences
3. Semuliki Hot Springs — Geothermal wonders in a remote setting

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