Uganda

Safari

Gorillas, chimpanzees, and more

A Uganda safari offers a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for gorilla trekking. The dense forests and mist-covered mountains in the southwest of the country are home to more than half the world’s population of mountain gorillas. Besides the gorilla trekking highlights, Uganda is also a haven for chimpanzees, found in the Kibale Forest, Kyambura Gorge and Budongo Forest.

Uganda, often called “The Pearl of Africa,” offers a captivating blend of gorilla trekking and savannah safaris in Queen Elizabeth and Murchison Falls national parks. With good connections to Kenya it is also possible to combine gorilla trekking with the Masai Mara, combining some of Africa’s major bucket-list wildlife experiences in one itinerary; gorillas, chimpanzees and the Great Migration. Find out everything you need to know about gorilla trekking in Uganda.

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Uganda’s Avian Symphony: A Kaleidoscope Of Feathers

Nestled in the heart of Africa, Uganda unfurls its vibrant avian tapestry. With over 1,000 species, this lush land is a haven for birdwatchers. Its secret lies in its strategic position—bridging the East African savannahs, West African rainforests, and the northern semi-desert. Here, endemic Fox’s weaver and Ruwenzori Bouble-collared Sunbird dance alongside 150 unique species found nowhere else in East Africa. The elusive shoebill is a prehistoric-looking giant that graces Uganda’s wetlands. Its massive bill, like a sculpted shoe, emerges from the papyrus. A sighting of this avian relic is whispered among birders like a sacred chant. From November to April, as migratory birds sweep through, Uganda’s skies echo with their symphony—a timeless ode to nature’s grandeur.