Tourism Regions of Uganda

Home to half the world's remaining mountain gorillas. This ancient rainforest offers the ultimate wildlife encounter — tracking gorilla families through misty bamboo forests with expert guides. Also home to chimpanzees, colobus monkeys, and over 350 bird species including 23 Albertine Rift endemics.

Uganda's most popular savannah reserve. Famous for tree-climbing lions in the Ishasha sector, the Kazinga Channel boat cruise with hippos and crocodiles, and over 600 bird species. The park spans the equator with diverse ecosystems from crater lakes to open plains.

Uganda's largest national park where the Nile River explodes through a 7-meter gap in the rocks, creating the world's most powerful waterfall. Excellent for game drives with elephants, giraffes, lions, and leopards. The Nile boat cruise to the falls base is unforgettable.

The primate capital of East Africa with the highest density of primates in Africa. Track habituated chimpanzee communities through lush forest, then visit the Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary for community-guided walks. Perfectly combined with Queen Elizabeth for a complete western circuit.

Africa's most isolated wilderness park, voted among the best on the continent. Vast savannah plains framed by rugged mountain ranges, home to buffalo herds, elephants, cheetahs, and over 475 bird species. The Karamojong and IK tribes offer authentic cultural encounters.

The closest national park to Kampala, perfect for a weekend escape. The only park in Uganda with impalas, and one of the best places to see zebras, elands, and topis. Unique activities include horseback safaris, mountain biking, and walking safaris — experiences not available elsewhere in Uganda.

Where the world's longest river begins its 6,650km journey to the Mediterranean. The adventure capital of East Africa offering grade 5 white water rafting, bungee jumping, kayaking, and quad biking. Visit the exact spot where Speke discovered the Nile's source in 1862.

A series of three stunning waterfalls cascading off the foothills of Mount Elgon, Uganda's oldest volcanic mountain. Famous for Arabica coffee tours where you walk through plantations, pick cherries, and roast your own beans. Excellent hiking, abseiling, and bird watching in the caldera.

Your gateway to Uganda. Entebbe International Airport sits on the shores of Lake Victoria with the Uganda Wildlife Education Centre and botanical gardens. Kampala, the vibrant capital, offers cultural sites including the Kasubi Tombs, Gaddafi Mosque, bustling markets, and East Africa's best nightlife.