The Republic of Uganda, though a tiny nation in the heart of Africa, holds great natural beauty.

The country of Uganda is well-known for its great bird-watching, with over 400 different species having been spotted there. Chimpanzees and mountain gorillas are only two of the spectacular primates found in the area.

Gorilla Watching
It is perhaps best-known for the opportunities travelers have to plunge into the dense jungle and see the giant mountain gorillas in their natural habitat. Getting up close & personal with these gentle, yet mighty creatures will feel like staring through the looking glass into our own past, as gorillas are one of our closest primate cousins. 

African Wildlife Safari
If you want to take a broader look at some of the marvels that this country has to offer, then a safari will take you on a journey into the Kibale Forest, through the Queen Elizabeth National Park, and to the Bwindi Impenetrable National Forest, where you will see tree-climbing lions, a breathtakingly clear view of the vast forest, and maybe even visit a local jungle tribe. Any safari will give you plenty of chances to see the native animals, like hippos, giraffes, leopards, and, of course, gorillas.

Extend your expedition
Whether you want to extend your Ugandan trip or just want to experience the highlights, this tour offers the chance to track gorillas and explore the depths of some of the most fascinating jungles.

Best Time to Visit Uganda

The best time to visit Uganda is between June and August as well as between February and March.
when conditions are particularly good for trekking to see mountain gorillas and chimpanzees.

During the rest of the year, the weather can be unpredictable, with rain in some areas while it is dry in others. It provides an excellent opportunity to see the animals crowding watering holes in national parks.

This is also the southern winter, which offers cooler temperatures. Game spotting in national parks is also good at this time,

Wildlife You Can Expect to See in Each Region of Uganda

Queen Elizabeth: Buffalo, Chimpanzees, Elephant, Hippo, Leopard, Lion

Murchison Falls: Buffalo, Elephant, Gemsbock, Kudu, Hippo, Leopard, Lion, White Rhino, Wildebeest

Bwindi: Gorillas

Kibale: Chimpanzees

Bwindi Impenetrable Forest Highlights

In this area, gorilla tracking is the primary activity, and you'll find that it's both exhausting and rewarding. You'll spend most of the day trekking through the bush in search of gorillas. While tracking one of our closest primate cousins, you'll have plenty of opportunities to refuel and have lunch.

Kihihi and Entebbe are the closest airports.

Animals to look out for:

• The apes (common)
• Chimpanzees are (rare)
• A herd of elephants (rare)

Even though you won't see much wildlife outside of the mountain gorillas in Bwindi, Uganda is home to a wide variety of other species of animals, including Buffalos, Elephants Gemsboks Kudus Hippo Leopards Lions White Rhinos and Wildebeest.