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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UNESCO World Heritage Sites 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

Tombs of Buganda Kings at Kasubi
Located near Kampala, this is the former palace of the Kabakas of Buganda built in 1882 which was converted into royal burial grounds and now contains four royal tombs within Muzibu Azaala Mpanga, the main building. UNESCO World Heritage Site: Tombs of Buganda Kings at Kasubi

Tombs of Buganda Kings at Kasubi

Located near Kampala, this is the former palace of the Kabakas of Buganda built in 1882 which was converted into royal burial grounds and now contains four royal tombs within Muzibu Azaala Mpanga, the main building.

UNESCO World Heritage Site: Tombs of Buganda Kings at Kasubi