Uganda Travel and Destination Guide

Uganda Travel and Destination Guide
Highlights
  • Lake Victoria
  • Murchison National Park
  • Gorilla Trek
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There is sometimes a strange and unexpected reward for places isolated by political climate or conflict: blockades and war zones don't apply to nature. Having suffered civil war, Idi Amin's bloody rule and decades of ethnic conflict, Uganda has finally found its silver lining, as off-limits areas have become havens to wildlife that might otherwise have perished. Its most famous residents are the critically endangered Mountain Gorilla, of which half the world's surviving population lives in Uganda's Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. Aside from gorillas, chimps and the 'big five,' accessible, affordable Uganda is also the much-sought after source of the Nile River, as mythical as ever - now for its whitewater rafting and kayaking.


Travel Guide for Uganda.

Featured Trips in UGANDA

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3 days
Trip Style:
Independent
Service Level:
Standard
Physical Grading:
4

Gorilla Trek(TDUGTN)

Africa > Uganda

Highlights

Getting up close and admiring a family of mountain gorillas ...

The ultimate primate experience, trek through local villages and lush rainforests with the breathtaking reward of finding yourself in the company of a family of gorillas. One of Africa's major highlights, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park is the home to approximately half of the world’s population of mountain gorillas, the world's most endangered ape. A close encounter with these amazing animals is not soon forgotten.

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11 days
Trip Style:
Overland
Service Level:
Basic
Physical Grading:
4

Kampala to Nairobi Overland(DUKN)

Africa > Uganda

Highlights

Meeting mountain gorillas on their turf, spotting the 'Big 5' ...

Starting in Uganda's vibrant Kampala and ending in Kenya on the bustling streets of Nairobi, experience the stunning wilderness and wildlife of Uganda. Experienced trackers will take you deep into the region’s forest for a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to spot endangered mountain gorillas in their natural habitat. Enjoy exciting game drives in both Queen Elizabeth and Lake Mburo National Parks—and get there in our unique overland truck. Camping will keep you in the thick of the action a knowledgeable CEO will lead the way—so you'll be free to enjoy this beautiful region. What a trip!

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4 days
Trip Style:
Independent
Service Level:
Standard
Physical Grading:
4

Gorilla & Volcano Trek(TDUGVN)

Africa > Uganda

Highlights

Getting up close and admiring a family of mountain gorillas ...

Combine the ultimate primate experience with a day of trekking volcanoes in the incredible scenery bordering Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo. First, trek through local villages and lush rainforests, with a breathtaking reward at the end: finding yourself in the company of a family of gorillas. One of Africa's major highlights, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park is home to half of the world’s population of mountain gorillas, the world's most endangered ape. Next, climb one of three extinct volcanoes in the area, for a bird's-eye view of the wild African countryside.

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21 days
Trip Style:
Overland
Service Level:
Basic
Physical Grading:
4

East Africa Overland(DUEA)

Africa > Uganda

Highlights

Tracking the 'Big 5' in three different ecosystems, meeting mountain ...

From the incomparable wildlife of Uganda to the source of the Nile and on to the sunny beaches of Zanzibar, journey overland across East Africa on this thrilling three-week adventure. Track mountain gorillas through remote forest for once-in-a-lifetime experience and pursue the elusive ‘Big 5’ across open Savannah on an unforgettable game drive. Our overland trucks are an adventurous and inexpensive way to see the highlights while wilderness camping will bring you closer to the region’s wildlife. Discover the diversity of wildlife, landscape and people on your journey through these fascinating countries.

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14 days
Trip Style:
Overland
Service Level:
Basic
Physical Grading:
4

Kenya & Uganda Gorilla Adventure(DKKU)

Africa > Uganda

Highlights

Having a close encounter with a mountain gorilla, search for ...

Meet mountain gorillas and the other amazing wildlife on this two-week overland adventure. Spot wildlife in Queen Elizabeth National Park and join experienced trackers and travel deep into the Uganda’s forests for a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to spot endangered mountain gorillas in their natural habitat. Our overland trucks are an adventurous and inexpensive way to see the highlights while wilderness camping will keep you in the thick of the action. Experience a world apart as you encounter the colourful cultures and wild landscapes of Kenya and Uganda.

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