UGANDA

   Originally dubbed the "Pearl of Africa" by Winston Churchill, Uganda remains one of the continent’s most geographically diverse and vibrant destinations. It is a land defined by its abundance of water, where the thundering Nile begins its 6,000-kilometer journey and vast, mirror-like lakes dominate the landscape. From the ancient rainforests of the west to the shimmering lake archipelagos of the south, Uganda offers an intimate and unhurried alternative to the traditional safari circuit.

Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park

  True to its name, Bwindi is an ancient, primeval rainforest blanketed in mist and draped over steep, jagged ridges. A UNESCO World Heritage site, it is one of the most biologically diverse places on Earth and home to roughly half of the world's remaining mountain gorillas.

Queen Elizabeth National Park

  Located in the shadow of the Rwenzori Mountains, Queen Elizabeth National Park is Uganda’s most popular and diverse safari destination. It features a stunning variety of ecosystems — from sparkling crater lakes and humid forests to expansive savannahs and fertile wetlands that you can explore by car and boat.

Lake Bunyonyi

    Lake Bunyonyi is a breathtaking highland lake dotted with 29 emerald islands and surrounded by steep, terraced hills. It is a place of profound tranquility, serving as the perfect relaxing paradise after exploring the national parks.

Lake Mburo National Park

Kibale National Park

 Lake Mburo is Uganda’s most intimate savannah park and its premier destination for travelers who prefer to experience the wild outside of a vehicle. Because the park lacks large numbers of dangerous predators, it offers a unique "up-close" connection to the landscape by doing a safari by bike or walk.

   Kibale National Park is widely regarded as the most important primate research site in Africa. This lush, tropical rainforest is home to a staggering 13 different primate species, but it is most famous for its thriving population of approximately 1,500 chimpanzees.

Lake Victoria

   Entebbe is a serene, leafy peninsula jutting into the vast waters of Lake Victoria. As the primary point of entry for international travelers, it offers a tranquil introduction to the country’s natural beauty and colonial history.

Kampala

Fort Portal

   Built across seven original hills, Kampala is a vibrant, energetic capital city that blends rich Buganda heritage with a legendary modern nightlife. It is the cultural and commercial engine of Uganda.

  Nestled in the shadow of the Rwenzori "Mountains of the Moon," Fort Portal is widely considered Uganda's most beautiful town. It serves as the gateway to the crater lakes region and the primate-rich western forests.