The Uganda safari itinerary is a detailed document that gives a tourist the full description of day-to-day activities. Which will be done during the Uganda safari.
Uganda is one of the best destinations for wildlife safaris in East Africa and the whole African continent at large. The fame that Uganda has is attributed to the presence of the endangered mountain gorillas. Which are in Bwindi impenetrable national park and also Mgahinga national park. In addition, these parks are located in the southwestern part of Uganda along the Congo border and the Virunga conservation area.
What is Unique about Uganda
Gorillas and Chimpanzees
Uganda is also blessed by having half of the world’s population of mountain gorillas in the thick montane tropical forest of Bwindi impenetrable national park and Mgahinga national park.
Another activity that keeps on attracting many tourists to Uganda is the Chimpanzee trekking activity which is done in Kibale national park and Budongo Forest in Murchison falls national park. The park holds the highest population of chimpanzees having the name ‘’the primate capital of the world’’.
It is also home to over 1500 chimpanzees that you find jumping in the thick forest and there are also other primate species that are found in the park and including the monkeys.
Furthermore, Kibale National Park is also a bird’s paradise with amazing bird species. These can be found during a walk to Bigodi swamp owned by the local community and KAFRED. There are over 40 species of birds around the swamp area together with other insects. For example centipedes, millipedes, caterpillar among others.
Wildlife and Birds
The amazing open savannah grassland found on the western side of Uganda holds the amazing big five wildlife animals that many tourists would love to see on their Uganda safari. The wildlife safari is best done in the open savannah national parks of Queen Elizabeth national park, Murchison falls national park, and Kidepo valley national park.
Queen Elizabeth national park is one of the most visited national parks in Uganda because it holds a wide range of wildlife for game viewing, the park is home to over 90 species of mammals and about 10 species of primates, and over 600 bird species and Murchison falls national park which is home to the most sought after primate the chimpanzees which are found in Budongo forest and Kaniyo abides forest reserve and to Uganda’s Rothschild’s giraffes among the other mammals.
Murchison falls national park has one of the greatest features which is the waterfalls. It is called that because the great masses of water from Victoria Nile squeezes through the narrow gorge. That is covered with rocks and the passage of about 6 meters wide falling on a height of about 45 meters to the bottom of the falls. Therefore forming a plunge pull and then it continues downstream to the Albert delta. The pressure which the water passes through the narrow gorge, forms a fog around the surrounding area. As well as a thunderous sound as the water rumbles down the high cliff. Most tourists who go to the top are always amazed by the creatures and wonders of the falls.
Top destinations to include on your Uganda Safari Itineraries
Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park
Most thirst-timers in Uganda usually want to go mountain gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable national park since Uganda holds the largest population of gorillas.
A Uganda mountain gorilla safari itinerary to Bwindi impenetrable national park will take you through different amazing places before reaching the park since it is located in the far west of Uganda and to reach there it will take you 8 to 10 hours from Kampala capital city.
When your itinerary shows mountain gorilla trekking in Bwindi, then you will drive straight to the southwestern part of Uganda. Towards the Congo border by road and pass via Kasese or Mbarara to Kihihi and then to the park.
But you can also fly thereby getting a chartered flight from Entebbe international airport or Kajjansi Airfield to Kihihi Airstrip where you will be picked up by the lodge driver to drop you at the park. In order to enjoy your gorilla trekking itinerary, you have to stay in Bwindi for a minimum of 3 days.
For a budget safari to the west in order to get interesting eye-catching attractions than a Uganda safari to the western region for wildlife adventure where you will start enjoying when you take the route via Masaka, Mbarara, and Kasese from Kampala which will be a 3 hours drive to reach the nearest park along the route which is Lake Mburo national park where you can first sight the wild animals along the western safari corridor of Uganda where you can stop to view the Zebras grazing among others.
Queen Elizabeth National Park
The next stop is Queen Elizabeth National Park in Kasese where you get the chance of enjoying the wildlife. For example the four of the Big 5, which are Elephants, Buffaloes, Lions and Leopards . About cruising along Kazinga channel, you will spot a variety of wildlife gathered at the shores of the lake.
Murchison falls national park
You can drive to Murchison falls national park in the northwestern region of Uganda. However, you will branch off at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary where you will trek the remaining white rhinos in Uganda. You will then continue to Murchison falls national park after lunch, passing through Kaniyo Pabidi forest in the southern part. At Kaniyo Pabidi, you can enjoy Chimpanzee trekking and visiting Jane Goodall’s research institute. And then continue to some of the wonderful and magnificent facilities like para safari lodge, red chili campsites. The next morning, enjoy the game viewing in Buligi game tracks, hike to the top of the falls. And finally enjoy a boat cruise to the Albert delta.
In summary, Uganda is a rich tourism destination with a lot of natural resources in and around the countryside. A Uganda safari itinerary will make you discover and also enjoy a lot of activities you’ve always desired. However when you want to enjoy and discover a lot during your Uganda safari, contact Vibrant Holiday Safaris. And they will plan for you the best and personalized Uganda safari itinerary.
