Attractions of Uganda

To help inspire or plan your trip to Uganda, some of its major attractions for travellers are shown below, including some of the best natural, historical, cultural and adventure sites in the country. These include all of UNESCO World Heritage Sites for Uganda which represent the best of the world's cultural and natural heritage.
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Natural attractions in Uganda

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park Bwindi Impenetrable National Park in south-western Uganda comprises 330 km² of primeval forest in altitudes ranging from 1200 to 2800 metres. It's an area of remarkable biodiversity of plant life, birds and butterflies but the main draw is the mountain gorilla, of which there are approximately 300 in the park. This is one of only two locations in the world where you can track a habituated family group of mountain gorillas, probably the most exhilarating wildlife experience you can imagine, though it can take an arduous trek through the forest to find the gorillas. Bwindi is also home to other rare primates such as L'Hoest's monkey and the golden monkey. UNESCO World Heritage Site: Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park in south-western Uganda comprises 330 km² of primeval forest in altitudes ranging from 1200 to 2800 metres. It's an area of remarkable biodiversity of plant life, birds and butterflies but the main draw is the mountain gorilla, of which there are approximately 300 in the park. This is one of only two locations in the world where you can track a habituated family group of mountain gorillas, probably the most exhilarating wildlife experience you can imagine, though it can take an arduous trek through the forest to find the gorillas. Bwindi is also home to other rare primates such as L'Hoest's monkey and the golden monkey.

UNESCO World Heritage Site: Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

Rwenzori Mountains National Park
Rwenzori Mountains National Park is part of the Rwenzori mountain chain in western Uganda. Known as the Mountains of the Moon, it's an area of stunning natural beauty, with misty mountains, tropical rainforest, alpine meadows, glaciers, waterfalls and lakes. The park has a rich and diverse flora including many endangered species. UNESCO World Heritage Site: Rwenzori Mountains National Park

Rwenzori Mountains National Park

Rwenzori Mountains National Park is part of the Rwenzori mountain chain in western Uganda. Known as the Mountains of the Moon, it's an area of stunning natural beauty, with misty mountains, tropical rainforest, alpine meadows, glaciers, waterfalls and lakes. The park has a rich and diverse flora including many endangered species.

UNESCO World Heritage Site: Rwenzori Mountains National Park

Queen Elizabeth National Park
Queen Elizabeth National Park Queen Elizabeth National Park covers 2000 km² in western Uganda and is an area of extraordinary diversity in both landscape and fauna. Situated along the Kasinga Channel connecting Lakes George and Edward, the park comprises grasslands, crater lakes, tropical forests and papyrus swamps and is home to over 600 bird species and almost 100 mammals. These include the famous tree climbing lions, the Ugandan kob, sitatunga antelope, giant forest hog and topi, while boat trips along the Kasinga Channel allow for excellent bird watching as well as observing huge numbers of hippos, elephants and buffalo.

Queen Elizabeth National Park

Queen Elizabeth National Park covers 2000 km² in western Uganda and is an area of extraordinary diversity in both landscape and fauna. Situated along the Kasinga Channel connecting Lakes George and Edward, the park comprises grasslands, crater lakes, tropical forests and papyrus swamps and is home to over 600 bird species and almost 100 mammals. These include the famous tree climbing lions, the Ugandan kob, sitatunga antelope, giant forest hog and topi, while boat trips along the Kasinga Channel allow for excellent bird watching as well as observing huge numbers of hippos, elephants and buffalo.

Lake Bunyoni
Lake Bunyoni Lake Bunyoni is the deepest crater lake in Africa, located in the south of Uganda near the Rwandan border. It is a beautiful setting that provides excellent bird watching opportunities, visits to the lake islands, swimming or hiking in the surrounding hills.

Bujugali Falls and Jinja
Bujugali Falls and Jinja Jinja is located at the source of the White Nile where it exits Lake Victoria. Here you can visit the source of the White Nile and the nearby Bujagali Falls. Jinja is also a major centre for adrenaline activities with excellent white water rafting on the Nile, bungee jumping and quad biking.

Murchison Falls
Murchison Falls are spectacular waterfalls on the Nile River which see 300 cubic metres of water falling per second down three separate cascades totalling a 122 metre drop. The Falls are located within a national park with a wide diversity of wildlife to view, including buffalo, Rothschild's giraffe and Uganda kob, as well as predators such as lion, leopard and spotted hyena and several primates including chimpanzees.

Murchison Falls

Murchison Falls are spectacular waterfalls on the Nile River which see 300 cubic metres of water falling per second down three separate cascades totalling a 122 metre drop. The Falls are located within a national park with a wide diversity of wildlife to view, including buffalo, Rothschild's giraffe and Uganda kob, as well as predators such as lion, leopard and spotted hyena and several primates including chimpanzees.