Uganda Safaris: Uganda, officially the Republic of Uganda is a landlocked country in East Africa. It is bordered to the east by Kenya, to the north by South Sudan, to the west by the Democratic Republic of the Congo, to the southwest by Rwanda, and to the south by Tanzania.
Uganda is a country of extraordinary biodiversity and diverse landscapes. Its combination of savannah, jungle forests and wetlands make it one of the most exciting safari destinations in the world. A journey across Uganda will excite, inspire, and humble anyone who visits.
For all those that are just having the first visit to the country, there is a lot to marvel at and get to know more about the hidden beauty in the country and these can be carried out in numerous areas of the country as of the fact that the country has so many safari destinations.
In this article are some of the best safari activities to carry out as a visitor to Uganda Safaris all these will teach you more about the country and its beauty and they are as below.
Gorilla Trekking:
This had to be top on the list because it is the most popular activity in Uganda. Uganda is lucky to have half of the overall population of mountain gorillas and in two national parks Bwindi and Mgahinga. And under this, you can get to learn more about the slightly above 1000 that has increased in Uganda.
Street food tasting:
visitors can also try out some of the street foods that are found in Uganda which makes it a great experience and these include; kampala Rolex, roasted maize, plantain roasted and many others not forgetting the nsenene(grasshoppers).
Visit the main local Markets:
There is no better way to learn about the culture of a new place or people than to visit the busiest local markets. Markets offer a true picture of the kind of life everyday people live and what their values are. Some of the markets include; Owino, Nakasero, and Nakawa.
Tour Kampala:
Kampala is the capital city of Uganda and while on your first-time safari into the country, it is advisable to go and have a tour through the city before you get to visit any other destination in the country because this will give you more insight into the country itself.
Chimpanzee Trekking in Kibale Forest National Park:
Kibale forest is located in the western part of Uganda close to Queen Elizabeth National Park. Kibale National Park is considered the primate’s capital of Africa. It is the best place to track chimpanzees in the world and while on your first safari into Uganda, this is one of the destinations that while will give a true insight into this thrilling wildlife.
Equator Crossing:
The main equator crossing in Kayabwe along Masaka road is one of the most visited landmarks in Uganda. It happens to be located along a major route used by tourists visiting Uganda’s main national parks and getting to be in two places at a time is one of the experiences sights get to experience as they cross the equator on their first safari into Uganda.
Visit Art Galleries:
There are countless galleries in and outside Kampala. Most of them display the works of local artists and these are sold to all those who would love to buy them and take them home as a reminder of their first safari into the pearl of Africa.
These are some of the safari activities that can be carried out during Uganda Safaris and on top of these are so very many other safari activities that can be carried out in the country and all sightseers get to marvel at the beauty of the country and beyond.
For more information about Uganda Safaris get in contact with Achieve Global Safaris for booking and safari arrangements as you get to marvel at the stunning landscapes and wildlife in the pearl of Africa.
