With its rich variety of forest, savannah and wetland habitats, Uganda is arguably Africa’s most diverse wildlife destination. There are jungles inhabited by gorillas and chimps, waterways alive with hippos and crocodiles, and open plains roamed by the iconic Big Five. Which means that here, in one compact safari circuit, wildlife-lovers can hope to encounter all the continent’s most alluring large mammals.

Destination Uganda: Key Facts
best time to visit uganda

Best time to visit

All Year Round

population of uganda

Population

49 Million

capital city of uganda

Capital City

Kampala

uganda geographic area

Area

200,520km²

uganda currency

Currency

Uganda Shilling

uganda official language

Language

English, Swahili

Top Destinations Uganda

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

Bwindi is a UNESCO World Heritage Site due to its biologically diverse species. The park has over 400 species of plants and an estimated population of 320 highly endangered mountain gorillas.

Explore +
Kibale National Park

Kibale is one of the most stunning parks in Uganda, with varied vegetation ranging from moist green forest, Fort Portal Plateau, dry tropical forest, woodland and savannah.

Explore +
Kidepo valley National Park

Kidepo Valley National Park is located in northeastern Uganda. “Kidepo” comes from an Indigenous word from the local tribes, “akidep,” which means to pick under.

Explore +
Mgahinga Gorilla National Park

Mgahinga Gorilla National Park is the smallest park in Uganda. It is located on the southwestern side and covers an area of 33.9 sq km (13.1 sq mi). It is one of the few parks in the world that is a haven for mountain gorillas.

Explore +
Murchison Falls National Park

Murchison Falls National Park is the largest park in Uganda. The park is a must-see when visiting Uganda. It is renowned for its most powerful Murchison Waterfall.

Explore +
Queen Elizabeth National Park

It is the most famous park in Uganda. The park has a diverse ecosystem comprising tropical high forests, acacia savannah, salt lakes, savannah grasslands, tundra and wetlands.

Explore +
Semuliki National Park

Semuliki is dominated by an extension of the great Ituri Forest of the Congo Basin. Semuliki also hails as one of Africa’s most ancient and bio-diverse forests dating to over 12-18,000 years ago.

Explore +

Get a free safari consultancy session and quotation:

Our safari consultants can be reached on +254 733 705543 & info@marurasafaris.com