Mgahinga is Uganda’s smallest national park but offers big experiences. Located in the Virunga Mountains, it protects mountain gorillas and the rare golden monkeys, both of which can be tracked with experienced guides. The park’s three volcanoes, Muhabura, Gahinga, and Sabyinyo, offer thrilling hiking opportunities with panoramic views. Cultural encounters with the Batwa people provide […]
Lake Mburo is a compact but biodiverse park located near Uganda’s central region. It’s the best place in Uganda to see large populations of zebras and impalas. The park is characterized by rolling hills, open savannah, acacia woodlands, and five lakes that support hippos, crocodiles, and diverse birdlife. Lake Mburo is ideal for walking safaris, […]
Kibale is Africa’s top destination for tracking wild chimpanzees. The park is a dense tropical rainforest with a remarkable primate population, home to 13 different species including red colobus, L’Hoest’s monkeys, and the rare nocturnal bush babies. Guided treks allow visitors to spend time observing chimpanzee families in their natural setting. Kibale is also home […]
Queen Elizabeth is one of Uganda’s most scenic and diverse parks, stretching from the Rwenzori Mountains to Lake Edward. It is famous for its tree-climbing lions in the Ishasha sector and excellent boat safaris on the Kazinga Channel, where visitors can view elephants, buffaloes, hippos, and abundant birdlife. The park also features volcanic crater lakes, […]
Murchison Falls is Uganda’s largest and oldest national park, split by the mighty Nile River. The park is named after the spectacular waterfall where the Nile is forced through a narrow gorge, plunging 43 meters with thunderous power. Boat cruises to the base of the falls provide close encounters with hippos, crocodiles, and aquatic birds. […]
Bwindi is Uganda’s most famous national park, home to over half of the world’s remaining mountain gorillas. Set in a misty, ancient rainforest, the park offers one of Africa’s most unforgettable wildlife experiences, gorilla trekking. Hikes through the forest bring visitors up close to these majestic creatures in their natural habitat. Besides gorillas, Bwindi is […]
Arusha National Park is located near Arusha town and Mount Meru, making it a convenient half-day or full-day trip. It offers beautiful scenery, including the Momella Lakes, Ngurdoto Crater, and montane forests. The park is home to giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, monkeys, and flamingos, but not the Big Five. Activities like walking safaris, canoeing, and hiking […]
Ruaha is the largest national park in Tanzania and one of the least visited, offering a wild and unspoiled safari experience. It is known for its large lion population, as well as elephants, wild dogs, leopards, and kudus. The park features rugged landscapes, rocky hills, baobab-studded plains, and the Great Ruaha River. Its remote location […]
Now part of Nyerere National Park, the Selous Game Reserve is one of Africa’s largest protected areas. It offers boat safaris on the Rufiji River, walking safaris, and classic game drives. The park is home to elephants, hippos, crocodiles, lions, wild dogs, and many bird species. Its diverse ecosystem includes wetlands, rivers, forests, and open […]
Mikumi is easily accessible from Dar es Salaam and is often called a mini-Serengeti because of its open plains and abundant wildlife. Visitors can spot elephants, lions, zebras, giraffes, wildebeests, and hippos. The park’s Mkata Floodplain is a popular area for wildlife viewing. Mikumi is great for short safaris and is a good introduction to […]
