Nestled in the heart of East Africa, Uganda, often dubbed “The Pearl of Africa,” is a land of breathtaking beauty and unparalleled biodiversity. A combination of the misty slopes of the Rwenzori Mountains, sun-drenched savannas, diverse cultures, stunning landscapes, wildlife, Lakes, Rivers, Valleys, and good weather, Uganda offers lifetime travel experiences that will captivate the souls of travelers
Whether you seek adventure, a relaxed safari, or an encounter with indigenous tribes, Uganda has it all. The face-to-face meet-up with majestic creatures like mountain gorillas and chimpanzees, or yearning for tranquil moments amidst serene lakes and lush rainforests, Uganda promises an unforgettable Uganda safari.
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5 Must visit places in Uganda in 2025
Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park
Home to half of the world’s mountain gorillas, Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park is undeniably a must-visit for any traveler on a Uganda safari in 2025. The Park is bisected into four gorilla regions ie Buhoma in the north, Rushaga in the south, Ruhija in the East, and Nkuringo in the south. These regions shelter different gorilla families and trekking can be done in any of the regions. Gorilla trekking is the major tourist activity that bring travelers to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park and an encounter with the gorillas is rated as the best wildlife experience in the world.
Over 500 mountain gorillas inhabit the impenetrable Forest of Bwindi and these have been habituated into 20 gorilla families. The gorilla groups in Bwindi Forest include Mubare, Habinyanja, Rushegura, Kutu, Chritsmas, Katwe, Nkuringo, Ourzogo, Bwengye, Busingye, Kyaguliro, Posho, Biyingi, Bushaho, Habiyanja and Rwigi gorilla families. Travelers going to trek gorillas in Bwindi Forest are advised to secure gorilla permits early enough to avoid disappointments. Each permit costs $800 for Foreign nonresidents, $700 for foreign residents and UGX 3000 for East Africans
Still in Bwindi Forest, you can take part in the four-hour gorilla habituation experience in which travelers take part in taming wild gorillas to make them familiar with human beings. Only 4 people are allowed to visit each family undergoing habituation. Habitation costs $1500 per person allowing you to spend four hours with the wild gorillas
Other activities to do in Bwindi Forest National Park include bird watching, nature/forest walking, and cultural tours to the Batwa and Bakiga local communities.
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Kibale Forest National Park
Located in western Uganda, Kibale Forest National Park is another must-visit destination in Uganda in 2025. The park is also known as the “Primates Capital of Africa” sheltering the highest population of chimpanzees and other 12 primates. Chimpanzee trekking and habituation are the major activities done in Kibale Forest National Park complemented by other experiences.
Each chimpanzee permit costs $250 for foreign nonresidents, $200 for foreign residents and UGX 250,000 for East African citizens. The other primates to see in Kibale Forest besides chimpanzees include red-tailed monkeys, Vervet monkeys, Baboons, Grey Cheeked Mangabey, Blue Monkeys, Black and White Colobus monkeys among others. A nature walk in Bigodi Wetland offers you intimate encounters with other primates
Murchison falls National park
Visit Murchison Falls National Park to explore the beauty and gem in Uganda’s largest and oldest National park. Located in northwestern Uganda, Murchison Falls Park is one of the popular tourism destinations, a not miss on any Uganda safari. The Park is famous for the mighty falls “Murchison Falls” after which the park was named. Vegetation in Murchison Falls Park is majorly savannah grasslands, Acacia trees, woodlands, thickest, swamps, and bushes which favor the habitation of wild animals and birds.
Game viewing is the common activity done in this Park best done in the morning and evening hours. Among the animals seen in Murchison Falls Pak include Lions, Leopards, Buffalos, Giraffes, Hippos, Waterbucks, Warthogs, Uganda kobs, Topis, Oribis, Diki Diks, and Hertebeests among others.
For birders, Murchison falls National Park is a birder’s paradise sheltering over 450 birds some of which are not found anywhere else in the country. Murchison Falls is one of the best places to see the rare shoebill stork. Some of the notable birds seen in Murchison Falls Park include Black Black-headed Lapwing, Rock Planticole, shoebill, Abyssinian Ground Hornbill, Red-throated bee eater, African Darter, Silverbird, African jacana, Osprey, Black-billed Barbet, Palm Nut Vulture, Giant Kingfisher, Goliath Heron, Swamp Flycatcher, Red-headed lovebird and Black Coucal among others.
Boat cruising to the bottom of the mighty Murchison Falls is a not-miss on your Uganda safari to Murchison Falls National Park. The cruise offers you scenic views of the Nile waters squeezing strongly through a narrow gorge falling off 43 meters down into the Davils Caudron forming a permanent rainbow. The cruise is also the best spot for bird watching on the river banks. Nature walking, camping, hiking to the top of the falls, and community tours are other interesting activities done in Murchison Falls National Park
Queen Elizabeth National Park
Ranked as Uganda’s second largest and most popular park, Queen Elizabeth National Park is a must-visit destination for anyone visiting Uganda. The park is located in southwestern Uganda famous for game viewing and boat cruising at Kazinga Channel. Guided day and night drives offer you scenic views of wild animals such as Uganda kobs, Elephants, Lions Leopards, Waterbucks, Warthogs, Impalas, Hippos, Spotted Hyenas, and African civets. In addition, Queen Elizabeth National Park is home to 610 bird species which makes it a birders paradise.
Among the birds seen in Queen Elizabeth Park include the Black headed Gonolek, Grey Crowned Crane, Long Crested eagle, African finfoot, African fish eagle, African Hobby, Papyrus Canary, Shoebiil, Black bee-eater and Caspian Plover among others. A boat cruise at Kazinga channel is also among the highlights of Queen Elizabeth offering you great views of the park, fishing communities, and birds. Other activities done in QENP include forest/nature walking, community tours, photography, and camping among others
Kidepo Valley National Park
Located in the far northeastern Part of Uganda, Kidepo Valley Par offers you a true feeling of the African wilderness. The vast plains and undulating landscapes make this isolated park so beautiful and worth visiting. The fewer visits have kept Kidepo Valley Park natural offering travelers an unparalleled wildlife encounter. Game viewing, birding community tours, volcano climbing and nature walking are some of the popular activities done in Kidpeo valley National Park
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