The Highlights of Uganda

Uganda's small capital by the water welcomes you with tropical warmth and a calm pace. Perhaps there is time for a stroll through the botanical garden or a glance at the colorful boats by the shore. After a restful night, your journey across the country begins the next day – heading towards Murchison Falls.

On the way north, you will stop at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary – the only place in Uganda where you can observe rhinos. On foot, you will approach the animals accompanied by an experienced ranger. Afterwards, you will continue to Murchison Falls National Park. Here, classic game drives await you, hippos by the shore, and a boat trip to the thundering waterfalls, where the Victoria Nile spectacularly plunges through a narrow rock crevice.

Next, head to Kibale National Park – one of the best places in Africa to observe chimpanzees in the wild. During a guided hike through the dense rainforest, you will experience the animals up close: playful young ones, loudly communicating groups, fascinating social dynamics. In addition to chimpanzees, many other primate species and over 300 bird species live here.

This species-rich national park is nestled between Lake Edward and Lake George. On game drives through the open savannah, you might spot lions climbing trees, large herds of elephants, and hippos with a bit of luck. A boat tour on the Kazinga Channel offers new perspectives: hippos, crocodiles, and countless water birds – observed up close yet in complete tranquility.

Deep in the southwest lies the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest – mystical, foggy, wild. Here lives almost half of the world's population of mountain gorillas. On a guided trek, you will follow trails in the jungle until you meet the gentle giants – a quiet, moving moment. In addition to gorillas, Bwindi is home to many other forest dwellers, including chameleons, colobus monkeys, and rare bird species.

To conclude, you will visit Lake Mburo National Park – smaller than other parks, but surprisingly diverse. In the hilly landscape between acacia forests and lakes, you may encounter zebras, impalas, buffaloes, and with luck, also leopards. The park is ideal for game drives, boat tours, or even a walking safari. The relaxed atmosphere makes it the perfect conclusion of the trip.

After eventful days, you will return to Entebbe. Depending on your flight time, there may still be some time to settle in – perhaps for a short market visit or a coffee with a view of the water. Then, your Uganda adventure comes to an end, filled with deep moments in nature and quiet encounters that will remain.