4 Most Popular Tourist Attractions in Uganda
Uganda is a beautiful country small in size but worth visiting for Africa safari tour holidays. It’s fascinating wildlife, birds, and varied culture attracts travelers around the world. Every visitor to Uganda discovers that wildlife, birds and the diverse culture are the most popular tourist attractions of the country.
Known regionally as the ultimate destination for mountain gorilla trekking, Uganda is found in the East Africa region neighboring Democratic Republic of Congo, Kenya, Rwanda, South Sudan and Tanzania. Meaning one can explore the top Africa safari destinations basing from Uganda being in centre adjacent to all the five.
With a total number of ten national parks Uganda’s effort in conservation have yield results in amazing safari experience without considerations of particular areas. All visitors taking safaris to Uganda enjoy every moment provided the day is spent in the famous Pearl of Africa. Wildlife lovers enjoy vast flora and fauna, native wildlife during guided game drives and nature walks, primate lovers & bird lovers same and the thrilling boat cruise experience blow your worries away.
Wildlife
The fertile savanna plains of different Uganda national parks house a diverse range of wildlife including the Big five and multiple primate species. Visitors can follow nature walk trails in search of unique primate species; drive in the park in the mornings and evening in search of their favorite wildlife species. The common seen are Lions, Elephants, Buffaloes, leopard, Bushbuck, warthogs, kobs, topis, Zebras, Giraffe etc.
As one of Uganda‘s famous tourist attraction and most visited, fantastic wildlife encounters and viewing experiences are best enjoyed in Queen Elizabeth, Murchison Falls , Bwindi forest, Mgahinga, kibale forest, Lake Mburo, Kidepo Valley known best parks for Uganda safaris. Beyond amusements, its great memories that you get once you visit any of the above national parks.
Birds
Bird watching is one of Uganda’s most popular tourist attractions and generally loved by many avian around the world. The key birding sites in Uganda include Mabamba and Kamengo,Budongo Forest, Queen Elizabeth National Park, Semliki Forest, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park., Mgahinga,Entebbe botanical gardens etc.Most seen bird species are Black-casqued Wattled Hornbill, Shoebill, Rwenzori Turaco, and Secretary Bird. large Handsome Francolin, African piculet, Dwarf Honeyguide, Short Tailed Warbler, Tabora Cisiticola, African Green Broadbill providing a vibrant atmosphere for birders. Also in Jinja source of the Nile and Murchison falls are fantastic birding spots in Uganda.
Culture
Culture is an experience you will find in every corner of the country and the thrill it offers change the way sees people and their traditions. The culture of Uganda is made up of a diverse range of ethnic groups. Lake Kyoga forms the northern boundary for the Bantu-speaking people, who dominate the country in language and cultural traditions. Experiencing the rich cultural heritage is fan and exciting something I would recommend for any safari in Uganda.
Murchison Falls
Find this magical water fall in the beautiful game reserve Murchison falls National Park that features the outstanding landscape unmatched in the ancient and present times. The wonderful experience starts with a boat ride tour on the Nile that bisects the park into the north and southern parts leaving one of the greatest landmarks –Murchison falls. The water battles can’t fail to impress and the hike to the top of the falls is one thing every visitor to Uganda must do. Murchison falls isn’t just breathtaking but worth including on your safari in Uganda.
