Uganda is home to a stunning variety of landscapes and wildlife, protected within ten beautiful national parks. Explore our guide to learn more about each park's unique attractions and activities.
Home to nearly half of the world's mountain gorillas, Bwindi is a UNESCO World Heritage site. Its main attraction is gorilla trekking, but it also boasts incredible biodiversity, including 120 mammal species and over 350 bird species. Community walks with the Batwa people offer a fascinating cultural experience.
Known as the "Primate Capital of the World," Kibale offers the best chimpanzee tracking in East Africa. The park is home to 13 primate species. Don't miss the Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary for excellent birding and community tourism.
Uganda's most popular park, QENP offers diverse ecosystems, from savanna to forests. Key activities include game drives, a boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel (famous for its hippos), and searching for the unique tree-climbing lions in the Ishasha sector.
Uganda's largest park, famous for the powerful Murchison Falls, where the Nile River bursts through a narrow gorge. Enjoy game drives to see lions, giraffes, and elephants, a boat cruise to the base of the falls, and a hike to the top for spectacular views.
- Lake Mburo National Park: The closest park to Kampala, perfect for walking safaris, horseback riding, and seeing zebras and impalas.
- Kidepo Valley National Park: A remote and rugged wilderness in the northeast, offering incredible game viewing in a true wild setting.
- Rwenzori Mountains National Park: The "Mountains of the Moon," offering challenging multi-day treks through stunning, otherworldly landscapes.
- Mount Elgon National Park: Home to the world's largest volcanic caldera, offering excellent hiking, birding, and visits to Sipi Falls.
- Semuliki National Park: A birder's paradise with Central African flora and fauna, known for its Sempaya Hot Springs.
- Jinja, Source of the Nile: The adventure capital of East Africa, offering white-water rafting, bungee jumping, and more.