Uganda’s is among East African countries neighboring countries like Kenya, Rwanda, Democratic Republic of Congo, Tanzania and South Sudan. Though it is a land locked country, it is among the best countries for travel in Africa. When it comes to wildlife, Uganda has one of the best National Parks.
Among the great attractions when it comes to wildlife in Uganda is the big five (Elephants, Lions, Leopards, Buffaloes and Rhinos) Besides the big five, the country other wildlife like Antelopes, Hyenas, Giraffes, warthogs, Hippos, Zebras, crocodiles, snakes, and many others. They are found in many protected areas across the country.
Uganda protected areas for wildlife safaris.
Queen Elizabeth National Park
Strategically located, it is among the most visited National Park in Uganda. The park is surrounded by other attractions which makes visitors to package it for wildlife safaris in Uganda. Among the wild animals which calls this park home include, Lions, leopards, Elephants, Hippos, Antelopes and many more. They can be seen in game drive around the park,
The park has more sections to add on the expectations, there is Kyambura gorge for Chimpanzees, Ishasha sector for tree climbing lions, Kazinga channel for boat cruises, Katwe salt for salt mining and the local community.
Among the activities which can be carried out in Queen Elizabeth National Park include, Game drives, Boat cruises, Community encounters, bird watching, chimpanzee tracking, lion experiential, and many more.
Murchison falls National Park
It was named after the great water fall on River Nile which passes through the park. Murchison falls has diversity of attractions, ranging from wildlife, culture, the falls, River Nile, Delta and many more. Among the wildlife in this park include, Lions, Leopards, Elephants, Hippos, Buffaloes, Antelopes, Hyenas, and many more. The list of the big five can be completed with Ziwa Rhino sanctuary which is located near the park
Among the activities which can be done by a visitor in this magnificent park include game drives, boat cruise, Cultural Encounters, Visiting the top of the falls, birding safaris, and spot fishing.
Kidepo valley national park
This is among the remote National Park in Uganda. But with a lot of wonders. Visitors do not regret visiting this park. When it comes to wildlife, the park is a home to Giraffes, Buffaloes, elephants and many more. The park has unique land scape, beautiful and when you add the unique culture of the people around the park. All these makes the park magical. In Kidepo National Park, visitors will enjoy the game drives, Cultural Encounters, Nature walks, birding and many more.
Lake Mburo National Park
Located in western Uganda near Mbarara. This is among the nearest park in Uganda, enjoyed by visitors with short itineraries, those continuing with other destinations also spend some days here. The park has wildlife like, Zebras, Antelopes, noctanos, birds and many more. Activities in this park include, game drives both day and night, Boat cruises on lake Mburo, Horse riding, Nature walks, Cycling, birding and many more.
Semliki National Park
Semliki National Park is one of the richest areas of floral and faunal biodiversity in Africa, with bird and butterfly species being especially diverse. The park is located at the junction of several climatic and ecological zones, and as a result has a high diversity of plant and animal species and many microhabitats. Most of the plant and animal species in the park are also found in the Congo basin forests.
Semliki National Park is also known for Hot springs which can be seen through a nature walk accompanied by the park guide, The hot springs are breathtaking and magical, bubbling and even boil an egg.
